Bring playful energy to your crochet collection with the Amigurumi Jack Russell Terrier, a project that’s as lively as it is adorable! 🐶🧶 This design beautifully captures the breed’s alert posture, compact muscular body, short legs, and folded ears, all wrapped up in its signature white coat with warm tan markings. Standing securely on all four legs with a slightly lifted head, this little terrier radiates personality and charm.
Perfect for dog lovers, collectors of handmade animals, or as a thoughtful gift, this Jack Russell Terrier makes a realistic yet soft companion that’s sure to delight. Fun to stitch and delightful to display, the Amigurumi Jack Russell Terrier is a joyful way to crochet loyalty, playfulness, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! ✨🐾🧵
🐶 Jack Russell Terrier Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Bring the lively charm of the Jack Russell Terrier into your handmade collection with this detailed amigurumi crochet pattern. This design captures the breed’s confident stance, compact athletic build, expressive face, and classic white-and-tan coloring in a sturdy, free-standing crochet form. With carefully shaped legs, a softly rounded muzzle, folded ears, and an upright tail, this little dog is full of personality while remaining clean, balanced, and timeless in style.
Whether you’re creating a thoughtful gift for a dog lover or adding a handcrafted companion to your home décor, this Jack Russell Terrier is a rewarding project that results in a beautifully proportioned crochet piece you’ll be proud to display.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate
(Comfortable with working in the round, shaping, color changes, and assembly)
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 21–23 cm (8–9 inches) tall
Using DK yarn and a 2.75–3.0 mm crochet hook
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK / light worsted weight):
- White – body, legs, chest, muzzle, tail tip
- Tan / light brown – head, ears, body patch, tail base
- Black – nose and facial embroidery
Notions & Tools:
- 2.75–3.0 mm crochet hook
- 10–12 mm safety eyes (black or dark brown)
- Polyester fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (single crochet two together)
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
( ) × n – repeat instructions n times
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
🐕 Head
Yarn: Tan
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R9: sc around (36)
Face Stripe (White)
Beginning at the center front of the head, work 10 stitches in white, then switch back to tan for the remaining stitches.
R10–R12: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between R9–R10, spaced 7–8 stitches apart.
R13: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R14: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R15: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18) – stuff firmly
R16: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R17: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close opening.
🐽 Muzzle
Yarn: White
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–R5: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly.
Sew centered on the lower front of the head, allowing it to protrude slightly.
Nose & Mouth
Embroider a rounded black nose and a short curved smile.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Yarn: Tan
R1: MR, 5 sc (5)
R2: inc ×5 (10)
R3: (sc, inc) ×5 (15)
R4: sc around (15)
R5: (3 sc, dec) ×3 (12)
Do not stuff.
Fold gently and sew high on the head so the ears angle forward and outward.
🦴 Body
Yarn: White
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7–R10: sc around (36)
Side Patch (Tan)
Work 12 consecutive stitches in tan on one side only; remaining stitches stay white.
R11–R14: sc around (36)
R15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R16–R17: sc around (30)
R18: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R19: sc around (24)
Stuff firmly, shaping the chest slightly forward.
R20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
FO.
🦵 Legs (Make 4)
All four legs are identical and worked straight for stability.
Yarn: White
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–R7: sc around (12)
R8: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R9–R11: sc around (9)
Stuff very firmly.
Flatten the base slightly before closing.
FO.
Attach legs vertically:
- Front legs directly under the shoulders
- Back legs slightly farther back for balance
🐾 Tail
Yarn: Tan
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2–R6: sc around (6)
Switch to white
R7–R8: sc around (6)
Lightly stuff.
FO and attach high on the back, angled upright with a gentle curve.
🪡 Assembly
- Sew the head securely to the body
- Attach all four legs evenly so the dog stands flat
- Sew ears folded and angled forward
- Attach the tail upright
- Shape the muzzle and chest gently by hand
🌟 Final Touch
Once assembled, take a moment to adjust the posture so the dog stands confidently on all four legs. Smooth the stitches, shape the ears, and refine the expression with small embroidery adjustments if needed. The finished piece is a charming, well-balanced crochet dog that beautifully reflects the spirited character of a Jack Russell Terrier.
Happy crocheting — and enjoy bringing this little companion to life! 🧶🐕
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