Keep your remote controls within paw’s reach with this Amigurumi Dog Couch Arm Remote Holder crochet pattern! Designed to add both charm and convenience to your living space, this adorable pup-shaped holder drapes over the arm of your couch, keeping your remotes, phone, or small essentials neatly stored. Whether you’re crafting for pet lovers, adding a playful touch to your home decor, or simply enjoy making functional amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a helpful little companion bursting with personality! Perfect for organizing your space while bringing a smile to your face, this crochet creation adds a touch of handmade coziness to every movie night. 🐶✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of fur, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature collar or bone for extra charm. Craft a classic pup with soft, neutral tones, create a whimsical version with bright colors, or even stitch up a full set of pet-inspired amigurumi for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, used as a practical home accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Dog Couch Arm Remote Holder is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade canine magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🐶 Amigurumi Dog Couch Arm Remote Holder Crochet Pattern
This sleepy little dog drapes over your couch arm, while the flat crochet pocket underneath keeps your remotes and gadgets tidy. A perfect mix of cute and functional home décor!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – You should be familiar with amigurumi basics, sewing parts, and crocheting flat rectangular panels.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 55 cm (22″) long (pocket + dog) when made with DK yarn and 3 mm hook. Pocket width fits most standard couch arms (approx. 25–30 cm).
🧶 Materials
- DK weight cotton or acrylic yarn:
- Light beige (dog body + pocket)
- Dark brown (ears, nose, eyebrows)
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle & scissors
- Stitch markers
- Optional: fabric lining for inside pocket (for sturdiness)
🧾 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st – slip stitch
- st – stitch
🛋️ Couch Arm Pocket
Light beige yarn
- ch 61
- sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (60)
3–80. sc across (60)
👉 This creates a flat rectangular panel ~55 cm × 25 cm.
👉 Fold bottom edge up ~20 cm to form a pocket and sew side seams.
👉 This pocket drapes over the couch arm with space inside for remote controls.
🐶 Dog Head
Light beige yarn
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
- (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- dec × 6 (6). Fasten off, close, stuff firmly.
🐽 Dog Muzzle
Light beige yarn
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Fasten off, stuff, sew to front of head.
Nose (dark brown)
- MR, 6 sc, join, sew onto center of muzzle.
👂 Ears (make 2)
Dark brown yarn
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) × 3 (9)
- (2 sc, inc) × 3 (12)
4–10. sc around (12)
Fasten off. Sew to sides of head so they droop downward.
👀 Eyes & Eyebrows
- Eyes: Embroider closed eyes with black yarn (curved lines with lashes).
- Eyebrows: With dark brown yarn, embroider two small thick lines above eyes.
🐾 Arms (make 2)
Light beige yarn
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
3–12. sc around (12) - (2 sc, dec) × 3 (9)
14–15. sc around (9)
Fasten off, stuff lightly, sew on each side of head so they drape down over the pocket.
🐶 Assembly
- Sew head to the top edge of the pocket panel so it “rests” over the fold.
- Attach arms on each side of head, draping them downward.
- Add muzzle, nose, ears, eyebrows, and embroidered sleepy eyes.
- Optional: Sew or glue fabric lining inside the pocket to keep it firm.
✨ Final Touch
Drape the pocket over your couch arm, let the dog rest cozily on top, and tuck your remote, glasses, or small accessories into the pocket. The sleepy pup keeps everything in place while looking irresistibly cute!
