Say bonjour to your next crochet crush—the Amigurumi French Poodle! 🐩💖 With its fluffy pom-pom ears, dainty paws, and unmistakable Parisian charm, this elegant pup is ready to prance into your heart and your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting a gift for a dog lover or adding a touch of whimsy to your amigurumi menagerie, this poodle brings sophistication and sweetness in every stitch.
Designed to be both adorable and approachable, this pattern is perfect for crocheters who love adding personality to their plushies. You can customize your poodle’s coat in classic white, chic black, or go bold with pastel pinks and playful accessories like bows or berets! From its curly tail to its proud little snout, this French Poodle is a delightful project that promises plenty of ooh-la-la moments along the way. 🧶✨🇫🇷
🐩 Amigurumi French Poodle Crochet Pattern
This sweet and stylish poodle with her pink bow and fluffy texture is the perfect project for dog lovers and advanced beginners looking to try out bobble stitches. She’s full of personality, with expressive eyes, a darling collar charm, and all the charm of a show dog!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves color changes, shaping, bobble stitches, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK weight cotton or acrylic yarn:
- Beige/tan for head, legs, tail base, and ears
- White plush or cotton yarn for puff areas
- Pink yarn for bow and paw pads
- Black embroidery thread for nose and lashes
- White yarn for muzzle
- Safety eyes (12mm black)
- Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Optional: Gold charm and collar ribbon for decoration
📘 Abbreviations (US terms)
- MR – Magic ring
- sc – Single crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st – Slip stitch
- ch – Chain
- hdc – Half double crochet
- bobble – 5 dc bobble stitch
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
🐶 Pattern Instructions
🔹 Head
With beige yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc in each st (12)
- (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
7–12. sc in each st (36) - (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
- dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off, stuff firmly.
🔹 Muzzle (White)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Sew onto head centered between the eyes. Embroider a black nose on top and mouth beneath.
🔹 Eyes & Eyelashes
- Attach 12mm safety eyes between Rounds 7 and 8, spaced 6–7 sts apart.
- Use black thread to embroider three upward lashes above each eye.
🔹 Ears (Make 2)
With beige yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5–11. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
- dec x 6 (6)
Flatten and sew to sides of head slightly behind the eyes.
🔹 Body
With beige yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6–11. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
- sc around (12)
Stuff and close with sl st. Sew head to body.
🔹 Legs (Make 4)
With beige yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x 6 (12)
3–6. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly.
Switch to white puff yarn:
7–10. Work bobble stitch in each st (12 bobbles)
Fasten off and sew legs under body.
🔹 Tail
- MR, 6 sc (beige)
2–3. sc around
Switch to white:
4–6. bobble stitch in each st
Fasten off and sew to back of body.
🎀 Bow
With pink yarn:
Ch 11
Row 1–4: sc in each st (10), ch 1, turn
Fasten off, fold in half, sew center, and wrap yarn around middle to shape. Sew to poodle’s hair puff.
💠 Hair Puffs & Cuffs
Use white plush yarn. Attach with bobble or puff stitch method in rounds:
- Head Puff: Start from crown and work down in spiral with bobbles. Use dense bobble rounds to give that cotton look.
- Feet Cuffs: Use same bobble stitch in rounds around ankles.
- Neck Puff: Crochet a collar-like round of bobbles just below the head if desired.
💗 Collar & Charm
- Chain pink yarn to fit neck, sl st to close.
- Sew a charm button or fake gem at front.
- Optional: embroider name or attach tag that reads “LOVE”.
🎉 Finishing Touches
- Shape the head with gentle stuffing.
- Embroider the smile with black thread.
- Add a slight blush using pink makeup or pastel for cheeks if desired.
- Make sure all limbs are even and securely sewn.
- Fluff the bobble areas with fingers to puff them out evenly.
💕 Final Thoughts
This glamorous amigurumi poodle is sure to bring smiles wherever she goes! Her fluffy coat and big personality make her a joy to display or give as a special handmade gift. Try switching bow colors or even adding a tutu to give her a unique flair!
