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Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern

Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Iideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small, detailed spaniel amigurumi that sits in a matching dog bed with a pillow and headband. You will work separate parts (tail, paws, body, head, ears) and sew them together for a polished finish. The design uses jacquard colorwork on the face and several assembly steps to bring out personality. Photos and step-by-step rounds guide you through every stage.

Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes a round-by-round crochet pattern, materials list, and clear assembly notes for accurate placement. Great for experienced beginners wanting to try shaping, color changes, and small accessory construction.

Why You'll Love This Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines tiny amigurumi shaping with a cozy accessory that makes the character feel complete. I enjoy the jacquard colorwork on the face — it gives the spaniel an expressive look with minimal effort. Sewing the small parts together and adding embroidered details is so satisfying and really brings the toy to life. I also love that the bed and pillow make a perfect scene for displaying the finished piece, so you get both a toy and a mini diorama.

Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors on this pattern; swap the beige for gray or cream to change the breed appearance easily.

You can use different yarn weights and hooks to change the size — thicker yarn and a larger hook give you a larger cuddly version, while thinner yarn creates tiny charm-sized toys.

Try alternate yarn textures like boucle or wool blends for a fluffy coat effect for the spaniel body.

I often add a tiny crocheted scarf or removable sweater to dress the spaniel — work a simple rectangle and tie it around the neck for extra personality.

Change the bed colors or make a patterned border by alternating two colors every few rounds to create a striped or checkered look.

For a safer toy for young children, embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes and secure all seams tightly.

I sometimes replace the pillow with a small heart or star-shaped cushion for a themed gift — modify the pillow shape by adjusting the foundation chain and rounds.

To make the spaniel posable, consider adding thin craft wire inside the limbs, securing ends so they are not exposed.

Embroider different facial expressions by adjusting the mouth and eyebrow placement for a happy, sleepy, or curious look.

If you want to create a set, make several spaniels in different colors and sizes and arrange them in a single larger bed for a charming display.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to place a row marker at the beginning of rounds; place a marker at the start of every round to maintain correct stitch counts and shaping. ✗ Overstuffing small pieces leads to distortion and lumps; stuff gradually and evenly, especially in the head and paws, to keep the shape smooth. ✗ Skipping color changes or jacquard instructions will misplace face markings; follow the specified rounds and carry the contrast yarn carefully for neat colorwork. ✗ Not counting stitches after joining pieces can cause uneven joins; always count stitches when you join parts together and adjust placement before sewing. ✗ Sewing pieces without pinning often results in asymmetry; pin and check placement visually before permanently sewing each part in place.

Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern

This delightful crochet pattern teaches you how to make a cute spaniel amigurumi sitting in a cozy dog bed with a pillow and headband. You will work small pieces and join them together to create a charming finished toy. The pattern includes full round-by-round instructions, color changes, and assembly guidance so you can recreate every detail. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a sweet handmade keepsake.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Spaniel in a Dog Bed Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport weight 4ply yarn Yarn Art Jeans (50g /160m)
  • 02
    N01 - white (use for face, tail tip and parts)
  • 03
    N18 - light pink (inner ear accent)
  • 04
    N20 - pink (pillow/bed accents)
  • 05
    N50 - purple (dog bed base)
  • 06
    N83 - beige (main body color)
  • 07
    N71 - brown (nose and embroidered details)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm
  • 02
    Safety eyes 14 mm (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Stuffing material, fiberfill
  • 05
    Needle for sewing pieces and embroidery
  • 06
    Stitch marker (row marker)

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— Tail :

Info :

With white yarn.

Round 1 :

4sc in MR

Info :

Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

(1sc, inc) *2 (6)

Round 3 :

6sc

Round 4 :

Change color to beige. 6sc

Round 5 :

6sc

Round 6 :

4sc, dec (5)

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Fold in half and crochet 2sc through both sides.

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Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

— Paws (make 4) :

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With beige yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR

Info :

Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

Change color to white. (1sc, inc) *6 (18)

Round 4 :

Change color to beige. (1sc, 4dc in one stitch)*4, 10sc (30)

Round 5 :

(1sc, dc4tog) *4, 10sc (18)

Round 6 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

Round 7-13 :

12sc (7 rounds)

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Stuff the paws with fiberfill.

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Fold in half and crochet 6sc through both sides.

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Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

— Body :

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With beige yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR

Info :

Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc) *6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4sc, inc) *6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc) *6 (42)

Round 8 :

You will turn two pieces: body and tail into one: 1sc, 2sc with the tail and body together; 39sc (42)

Round 9 :

42sc

Round 10 :

You will turn three pieces: body and two paws into one: 13sc, 6sc with the paw and body together; 6sc; 6sc with the second paw and body; 11sc (42)

Round 11 :

(1sc, dec) *3, 24sc, (1sc, dec) *3 (36)

Round 12-14 :

36sc (3 rounds)

Round 15 :

(4sc, dec) *6 (30)

Round 16-17 :

30sc (2 rounds)

Round 18 :

(4sc, inc) *6 (36)

Round 19-20 :

36sc (2 rounds)

Round 21 :

You will turn three pieces: body and two paws into one: 10sc, 6sc with the thirds paw and body together; 6sc; 6sc

Round 21-continued :

with the fourth paw and body; 8sc (36)

Round 22 :

(4sc, dec) *6 (30)

Round 23 :

30sc

Round 24 :

(3sc, dec) *6 (24)

Round 25 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 26 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

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Stuff the body with fiberfill.

Round 21 (as printed) :

6dec

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Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends.

— Head :

Info :

With white yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR

Info :

Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

3inc, 3sc, 3inc, 3sc (18)

Round 4 :

(1sc, inc) *2, 3sc, (inc, 1sc) *3, 4sc, inc (24)

Round 5 :

(2sc, inc) *2, 4sc, (inc, 2sc) *3, 4sc, inc (30)

Round 6-8 :

30sc (3 rounds)

Round 9 :

Change color to beige. Attention! Crochet in jacquard technique from Rnd 9 to 12. Add white yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red) (4sc, inc)*3, 4sc, inc, (4sc, inc)*2 (36)

Round 10 :

(5sc, inc)*3, 4sc, sc, inc, (5sc, inc)*2 (42)

Round 11 :

(6sc, inc)*3, 4sc, 2sc, inc, (6sc, inc)*2 (48)

Round 12 :

(7sc, inc)*3, 4sc, 3sc, inc, (7sc, inc)*2 (54)

Round 13-20 :

With beige yarn. 54sc (8 rounds)

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 11-12 at a distance of 14-16 stitches.

Round 21 :

(7sc, dec)*6 (48)

Round 22 :

(6sc, dec)*6 (42)

Round 23 :

(5sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 24 :

(4sc, dec)*6 (30)

Round 25 :

(3sc, dec) *6 (24)

Round 26 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 27 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

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Stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 28 :

6dec

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Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends.

— Ears (make 2) :

Info :

Crochet 2 pieces in beige and 2 pieces in light pink color.

Round 1 :

Chain 13. Start in the second chain from the hook: 11sc, 4dc in one stitch , 11sc, turn (26)

Round 2 :

Ch1, 7sc, 4dc, 4dcinc, 4dc, 7sc, turn (30)

Round 3 :

Ch1, 4sc, 7dc, 8dcinc, 7dc, 4sc (38)

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Cut the yarn on the light pink pieces.

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Continue crocheting from beige piece. Apply the beige part and crochet with beige yarn: (3sc in one stitch, sl st)*19.

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Leave a long tail for sewing.

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Tighten cheeks following pictures below. Embroider the corners of the eyes with white.

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Embroider the eyebrows with white yarn. Embroider the nose with brown yarn.

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Sew the head to the body.

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Sew the ears to the head.

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Crochet the Headband with pink yarn. Chain 70. Start in the third chain from the hook: 70sc . Cut the yarn and fasten off. Tie the headband on the head. Embroider the mouth with brown yarn.

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Congrats your spaniel is ready!!!

— Dog bed - Base :

Info :

With purple yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR

Info :

Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc) *6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4sc, inc) *6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc) *6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6sc, inc) *6 (48)

Round 9 :

(7sc, inc) *6 (54)

Round 10 :

(8sc, inc) *6 (60)

Round 11 :

(9sc, inc) *6 (66)

Round 12 :

(10sc, inc) *6 (72)

Round 13 :

(11sc, inc) *6 (78)

Round 14 :

(12sc, inc) *6 (84)

Info :

Cut the yarn and fasten off.

— Dog bed - Side wall :

Info :

With pink yarn.

Round 1 :

Chain 6. Start in the second chain from the hook: inc, 3sc, 3sc in the last chain , 4sc (12)

Round 2 :

2inc, 3sc, 3inc, 3sc, inc (18)

Round 3 :

2inc, 6sc, 3inc, 6sc, inc (24)

Round 4-85 :

24sc (82 rounds)

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill in the process.

Round 86 :

2dec, 6sc, 3dec, 6sc, dec (18)

Round 87 :

2dec, 3sc, 3dec, 3sc, dec (12)

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Cut the yarn and fasten off.

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Sew the side wall in a circle to the bottom of the bed.

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Cut the yarn and fasten off.

— Pillow :

Info :

Crochet 2 pieces in pink color.

Round 1 :

Chain 15. Start in the second chain from the hook: 14sc, turn (14)

Round 2-11 :

Ch1, 14sc, turn (10 rounds)

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Apply the pink part and crochet with purple yarn: 14sc, inc in the corner, 11sc, inc in the corner, 14sc, inc in the corner, 11sc, inc in the corner.

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Stuff with fiberfill in the process.

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Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert and secure safety eyes between rounds 11-12 of the head at a distance of 14-16 stitches, then embroider the corners of the eyes with white for highlights.
  • Sew the head to the body following the photos and the marked joining rounds, aligning the center front of the head with the top of the body opening and sewing evenly around.
  • Sew the ears to the head using the long tail left after finishing; position them on both sides of the head and tack in place with pins before stitching for symmetry.
  • Assemble the bed by sewing the side wall in a circle to the bottom (base) of the bed, stuffing the side wall as you go, then place and stitch the pillow inside the bed for a finished look.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round to avoid losing your place and to ensure accurate increases or decreases.
  • 💡Work the jacquard colorwork carefully from rounds 9 to 12 of the head, carrying the contrast yarn neatly to avoid bulky joins.
  • 💡Stuff parts gradually and evenly to prevent lumps and to shape the head, body, and side wall correctly.
  • 💡Pin parts in place before sewing to check symmetry, especially ears and paws, then use a mattress or whip stitch to secure them neatly.

This sweet Spaniel in a Dog Bed pattern gives you a full miniature scene to crochet and display. It combines small amigurumi shaping with cozy accessories for a complete handmade gift idea. Enjoy the stitching and the adorable result — a perfect keepsake for your home or a loved one. 🧶🐶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished spaniel measures approximately 15.5 cm (6.1 inches) tall and the dog bed diameter is about 15.0 cm (5.9 inches) when using the recommended yarn and hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights, but final dimensions will change; use an appropriate hook size and expect a larger or smaller finished toy depending on yarn thickness.

Do I need advanced crochet skills to make this spaniel?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to jacquard colorwork on the head, multiple small parts, and several assembly steps; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the full spaniel with bed and pillow in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience and pace.