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Amigurumi Shaggy the Fluffy Dog – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Shaggy the Fluffy Dog – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the delightfully fluffy world of amigurumi! 🐶✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Shaggy the Fluffy Dog—a cuddly and charming pup perfect for gifting, cozy décor, or adding an irresistibly huggable friend to your handmade collection! 🧡 Whether you love crafting adorable plush animals, enjoy working with textured yarns, or simply want to stitch up a lovable dog with extra fluff, this pattern will guide you through creating a beautifully detailed pup with soft, flowing fur and a sweet, friendly face! 🏡

This design embraces playful textures and cozy charm, making it an ideal project for both beginner and experienced crocheters looking for a fluffy friend to brighten their collection! 🧶🐾 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure Shaggy turns out just right—ready to snuggle up in any space or become a cherished handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out warm browns, creamy whites, or fun multi-toned yarns, and let’s stitch up an adorable furry companion! ✨

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🐶 Amigurumi Shaggy the Fluffy Dog Crochet Pattern

Meet Shaggy – the irresistibly cuddly amigurumi dog with a wild and woolly coat! 🐾 With his floppy ears, button eyes, and signature fuzzy mane, Shaggy is a fun and huggable friend perfect for any dog lover. This pattern combines textured yarn for a long-haired look with classic amigurumi shaping for a soft plushie you’ll love to squeeze!

✨ Grab your hook and favorite fuzzy yarn to bring this loveable pup to life.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Uses faux fur yarn, standard shaping, and piece assembly.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 25 cm (10 inches) tall when using worsted and faux fur yarn with a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn (Color A – Beige or Light Brown for body and face)

  • Faux fur yarn or brushed-out yarn (Color B – Matching beige for mane and ears)

  • Crochet hook: 3.5 mm (use 4 mm if working with chunky fur yarn)

  • Safety eyes (10–12 mm)

  • Black embroidery thread or yarn for nose and mouth

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Scissors

  • Polyfill stuffing

🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)

  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head (Worsted Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, about 7 stitches apart

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    – Stuff firmly

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🐾 Muzzle (Worsted Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    Stuff lightly, sew below eyes.
    Embroider a black triangle nose and a small vertical mouth line.

🐕 Body (Worsted Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–12. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    – Stuff firmly

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    FO and leave a long tail for sewing.

🐾 Legs (Make 4 – Worsted Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–7. sc around (12)
    Stuff and sew to base of body – two in front, two in back.

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Faux Fur Yarn or Brushed Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
    4–5. sc around (12)
    FO and flatten. Attach loosely to the sides of the head.

🦁 Fluffy Mane & Chest

Using faux fur or brushed yarn:

  • Attach strands around the face, chest, and upper body

  • OR sc directly in rounds using fur yarn from collar down to belly

  • Lightly brush out if using standard yarn to mimic a long fur texture

Optional: You can also latch hook or loop stitch to add volume around the head for an extra-shaggy look!

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Position the mane so it frames the face

  • Brush out fur to soften if needed

  • Embroider tiny eyebrows or add blush for expression (optional)

  • Weave in all yarn tails securely

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Make Shaggy in different colors for other dog breeds

  • Add a bow, name tag, or small bandana for personality

  • Use safety noses for a more polished look

Whether you’re crafting for a gift or for yourself, Shaggy is sure to warm hearts with his floppy ears and cuddly fluff! 🧶🐾


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