Create a cozy retreat for your furry friend with this Amigurumi Cozy Cottage Dog House crochet pattern! Designed to bring warmth and charm to your handmade collection, this adorable dog house captures the essence of a snug little cottage in every stitch. With its charming roof, welcoming doorway, and delightful details, this crochet creation is perfect for pet lovers and amigurumi enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re crafting for a beloved pup, adding a whimsical touch to your decor, or simply enjoy making unique crochet designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature dog house bursting with personality! 🏡🐶✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature bone or cozy blanket for extra charm. Craft a classic cottage with soft neutral tones, create a vibrant version with bright hues, or even stitch up a full set of pet-inspired amigurumi for a heartwarming display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a playful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cozy Cottage Dog House is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade comfort to every stitch! 🧶💖
🐾 Amigurumi Cozy Cottage Dog House Crochet Pattern
Make your furry friend the coziest retreat ever with this adorable crochet dog house — the Cozy Cottage! Decorated with colorful flowers, vines, a scalloped roof, and playful “COZY COTTAGE” text, this soft structure is both whimsical and functional.
✨ Skill Level
Advanced – Includes structure building, applique details, and 3D lettering.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 18–20 inches tall and wide (adjustable for small dogs or cats)
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (worsted or bulky weight) in:
- Color A – Cream (walls)
- Color B – Brown (roof)
- Color C – Green (grass base and vines)
- Color D–G – Multicolor (flowers, accents, roof stripes, text)
- 4.0–5.0 mm hook
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing (for letters and flowers)
- Plastic canvas, foam board, or cardboard (for internal wall support)
- Hot glue or craft glue (optional)
- Stitch markers
- Flexible wire (optional, for vines/text shaping)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
FO – Fasten Off
🏠 Dog House Body
✅ Base (Color C – Green “grass”)
- Ch 60
- sc across (60), ch 1, turn
3–50. Repeat sc rows to form a large rectangle
FO and set aside. Optional: add border using surface sl st.
🧱 Walls (Make 4 Panels – Color A)
Front wall with doorway:
- Ch 40
- sc across (40), ch 1, turn
3–30. Repeat sc rows - Create centered arch opening:
- Rows 31–36: leave 10 center stitches unworked
- Rows 37–40: shape the curve by decreasing sides
FO. Reinforce with plastic canvas (cut hole to match door).
Back and Side Walls:
- Same base panel (Ch 40 x 30 rows)
- Leave solid or add faux windows
- Add vines and flowers before assembling
🏠 Roof (Make 2 Rectangles – Color B)
- Ch 45
- sc across (45), ch 1, turn
3–40. Repeat sc rows
FO. Add stripes by surface crochet or colored appliqué strips.
🌼 Flowers & Vines
🌸 Flower (Make ~10)
- MR, 5 sc
- In each st: ch 2, dc, sl st to form petals
- Use Color D–G for petals
- Stuff lightly for 3D effect and sew to vines or walls
🌿 Vines (Color C)
- Ch 30–60
- sc across
- Attach leaves every 6–8 sts (ch 5, work back: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st)
- Stitch to wall panels in curving motion
🪟 Windows (Make 2–3)
- Ch 10
- sc in rows (10 x 10)
- Add round frame (sc or sl st border)
- Stitch to side walls before final house assembly
🪴 Porch Step (Color B)
- Ch 20, sc in rows (approx. 6–8 rows)
- Stuff lightly and attach beneath door
✨ Lettering – “COZY COTTAGE”
Each Letter:
- Chain to outline size (ch 18–30 depending on letter)
- sc around the chain 2–3 times to build thickness
- For curved letters (O, C), shape while stitching
- Stuff lightly if desired
- FO and shape into letter using wire inside or firm shaping
How to Attach the Letters:
- Option 1: Sew directly onto the roof using matching yarn
- Pin in place first to ensure curve and spacing
- Use tight whip stitches through both letter and roof fabric
- Option 2: Use wire inside letters
- Shape letters in 3D
- Attach via hot glue or tie onto roof with yarn loops
- Great for keeping them upright
- Option 3: Crochet a nameplate strip
- sc in rows to form a long banner
- Sew letters onto banner, then sew banner to roof
🧵 Assembly Instructions
- Sew side, front, and back wall panels together into a square
- Reinforce corners with plastic canvas or foam
- Attach roof panels with yarn whip stitch along the top
- Stitch roof to walls around edges
- Secure onto grass base
- Add porch and decorations
- Finally, stitch on text and embellishments!
🐶 Bonus Tips:
- Add a soft cushion or foam inside for comfort
- Customize text with your dog’s name
- Attach hook-and-loop or buttons for removable roof!
This Cozy Cottage Dog House is not just a comfy spot for your pup—it’s a handmade centerpiece full of charm, flowers, and love! 🧶🏡🐕
