Oh, have you ever seen a chow chow amigurumi? They are the cutest little bundles of joy! 🧶🐶 With their fluffy appearance and those adorable button eyes, these crochet creations capture the essence of the beloved breed perfectly. Making amigurumi is such a delightful craft, and I find the process of creating a chow chow pattern particularly rewarding. There’s something incredibly satisfying about watching a simple ball of yarn transform into a cuddly, plush friend that’s brimming with character. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a curious newbie, diving into the world of amigurumi opens up endless possibilities for creativity and joy.
The process of creating a chow chow amigurumi pattern is a fun journey full of color and texture. I start by gathering my yarn, usually opting for those warm, fluffy shades that really bring out the chow chow’s iconic fur. The basic stitches used in amigurumi, like the magic ring, single crochet, and invisible decrease, form the backbone of the design. As I crochet each piece, from the round little body to the signature poofy tail, it feels like I’m knitting a little bit of happiness into every stitch. The final assembly, where everything comes together, is my favorite part – seeing those yarn bits turn into a charming little companion is pure magic! ✨
🐶 Amigurumi Chow Chow Dog Crochet Pattern
Bring the fluff and charm of the iconic Chow Chow to your crochet collection! This adorable design features a soft tan body, a distinct chubby muzzle, upright ears, and a fluffy faux fur mane in warm orange and white.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12″) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Skill Level: Intermediate
It involves working in the round, sewing multiple parts together, basic shaping, and handling faux fur yarn (which may be tricky for beginners). If you’re comfortable with basic amigurumi construction and want to take your skills up a notch, this project is a rewarding challenge!
🧵 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Tan (Body & Ears)
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Black (Nose)
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Faux fur yarn:
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Rust orange
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White
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes
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Black embroidery thread (for mouth)
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Polyester fiberfill
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Stitch marker
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Optional: pet slicker brush (to fluff mane)
🧷 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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dec – decrease (sc two together)
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ch – chain
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sl st – slip stitch
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st – stitch
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FO – fasten off
🐾 Pattern Instructions
🔹 Head
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: inc x6 [12]
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Round 6–12: sc around [30]
Round 13: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9 and 10, 7 sts apart.
Round 14: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Round 15: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Round 16: dec x6 [6]
FO and weave in end.
🔹 Muzzle (Make 2)
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: inc x6 [12]
Round 3–4: sc around [12]
FO, stuff slightly, and sew both together side-by-side, then onto the head.
Add black triangle nose with yarn or felt and embroider a short mouth below.
🔹 Body
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: inc x6 [12]
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Round 6–18: sc around [30]
Round 19: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Round 20: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Round 21: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Round 22: dec x6 [6]
FO, stuff well, and close.
🔹 Legs (Make 4)
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: inc x6 [12]
Round 3–7: sc around [12]
Stuff and sew in position under body.
🔹 Tail
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
Round 3–5: sc around [9]
FO, stuff lightly, and sew curled upward.
🔹 Ears (Make 2)
Use tan yarn.
Round 1: MR, 4 sc [4]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x2 [6]
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
Round 4–5: sc around [8]
FO and sew to top sides of head.
🧶 Mane
Use faux fur yarn in two colors:
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Work in layers: orange toward the face, white around the outer edge.
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Cut 5–7″ lengths and attach using the latch-hook method in circular layers.
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Fluff gently with a slicker brush for a realistic look.
✨ Finishing Touches
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Stitch the head to the body securely.
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Sew on legs and tail.
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Fluff and shape the mane for fullness.
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Optional: Add light blush to cheeks or inner ears.
🐕🦺 Tip: Chow Chow’s Realism
To make it even more lifelike, shape the face using some gentle stitching tension around the eyes and cheeks. You can also vary fur yarn textures for a more blended mane.
