ABBREVIATIONS (US Terms)

• Ch: chain stitch.
• Dc: double crochet.
• Dec: single crochet decrease (two sc closed together).
• Hdc: half double crochet.
• Inc: single crochet increase (two sc into the same stitch).
• Rnd: round(s).
• Sc: single crochet.
• St: stitch(es).
• [...] x n: repeat the instructions, within brackets, n times.
• (...): total number of stitches in a round/row.

SIZE

• Using Círculo Amigurumi yarn, a 2 mm crochet hook, and X single crochet, the Zombie Dog will be approx. 9 cm tall.

SKILL LEVEL

• Intermediate.

CROCHETING INSTRUCTIONS

TONGUE

In color Alfazema (Amigurumi Slim #6614).

Rnd. 1: make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc in a magic ring (6).

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Note: Tighten the magic ring as usual, but do not close the circle with an invisible fasten off. We will use the piece in the shape of a semicircle.

MUZZLE

In color Porcelain (Amigurumi #7564).

Note: Due to the small size of the piece, you’ll need a bit more patience when working on the decreases!

The heart-shaped muzzle will be worked in two parts.

PART 1

Rnd. 1: work 6 sc in a magic ring (6).

Fasten off the first part.

PART 2

Rnd. 1: work 6 sc in a magic ring (6).

Don't fasten off. On the next round, we'll join the two parts and begin crocheting the heart.

Rnd. 2: 3 sc, join Part 2 to Part 1 by working 1 sc into the first st of Part 1, complete the round making 1 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc on the Part 1. Continue on Part 2 with 2 sc, 1 inc (14).

Rnd. 3: 14 sc (14).

Rnd. 4: [1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc] x 2 (10).

Rnd. 5: [1 dec, 1 sc] x 2, 2 dec (6).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. The muzzle doesn’t need to be stuffed. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch and pull tight to close the opening. Then, weave the remaining yarn through the heart, bringing it out at the side of the heart, where it will later be used for sewing.

ASSEMBLY

Glue the nose to the heart

Using with silicone glue, place the nose right in the center of the heart, over Rnds. 2 and 3, so that the tip of the muzzle sits between the two lobes of the heart.

Note: If you are using a safety nose with a post, the washer won’t fit due to the small size of the piece. In this case, cut off the post with pliers and then proceed with gluing.

Sew the tongue to the muzzle

Center the tongue between the lobes of the heart, placing it at the back of the muzzle and aligning the straight edge of the tongue over Rnd. 2 of the heart. With a tapestry needle, sew it firmly in place.

HEAD

In color Lemonade (Amigurumi #5806).

Rnd. 1: work 6 sc in a magic ring (6).

Rnd. 2: 6 inc (12).

Rnd. 3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6 (18).

Rnd. 4: 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3, 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3 (24).

Rnd. 5: 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc] x 3, 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc] x 3 (30).

Rnd. 6: 2 sc, [3 sc, 1 inc] x 3, 3 sc, [3 sc, 1 inc] x 3, 1 sc (36).

Rnd. 7: 3 sc, [2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc] x 3, 3 sc, [2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc] x 3 (42).

Rnd. 8–17 (10 ROUNDS): 42 sc (42).

Using sewing pins, mark the position of the eyes, centered on the opposite side of the starting point of the rounds, between Rnds. 13 and 14, leaving 5 visible st between them. Choose one side and insert the safety eye. In the space marked for the second eye, embroider an “X” using a crewel needle no. 5 and 6 strands of black embroidery thread (Maxi Mouliné #900). The embroidery of the second eye should have the same width and height as the safety eye to maintain symmetry.
Note: The ideal eye size covers approx. 2 stitches in width. If necessary, adjust the eye size to fit your piece.

Rnd. 18: 3 sc, [2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc] x 3, 3 sc, [2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc] x 3 (36).

Rnd. 19: 2 sc, [3 sc, 1 dec] x 3, 3 sc, [3 sc, 1 dec] x 3, 1 sc (30).

Rnd. 20: 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc] x 3, 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc] x 3 (24).

Stuff the head with fiberfill. While stuffing, keep the top slightly rectangular to preserve the shape.

Rnd. 21: 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 dec] x 3, 3 sc, [1 sc, 1 dec] x 3 (18).

Rnd. 22: [1 sc, 1 dec] x 6 (12).

Rnd. 23: work only 5 dec (5). Leave the remaining 2 st unworked.

Add more stuffing if needed. Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch and pull tight to close. Weave in the yarn end.

Sew the muzzle between the eyes

Using sewing pins, center the muzzle between the eyes, over Rnds. 13 to 16. The tip of the heart (the upper part of the muzzle) should be aligned with the top of the eyes. With a tapestry needle, sew firmly along both sides of the heart.

Make the face details

• Using a tapestry needle and off-white yarn (Amigurumi Slim #8176), embroider the waterline at the bottom of the safety eye.
• Using a crewel needle no. 9 and 1 strand of black embroidery thread (Maxi Mouliné #900), embroider scars on the head.
• If you wish, apply lilac blush or pastel chalk to the cheeks.

EARS (MAKE 2)

In color Black (Amigurumi #8990).

Rnd. 1: work 6 sc in a magic ring (6).

Rnd. 2: 6 inc (12).

Rnd. 3: 12 sc (12).

Rnd. 4: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6 (18).

Rnd. 5: [1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc] x 6 (24).

Rnd. 6: 24 sc (24).

Rnd. 7: 21 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc (23).

Rnd. 8: 3 sc, 1 dec, 10 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc (21).

Rnd. 9: 3 sc, 1 dec, 9 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc (18).

Rnd. 10: 18 sc (18).

Rnd. 11: 16 sc, 1 dec (17).

Rnd. 12: 3 sc, 1 dec, 7 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc (15).

Rnd. 13: work only 4 sc (4). Leave the remaining 11 st unworked.

Flatten the ear opening so that the stitches line up. The ear doesn’t need to be stuffed.

Rnd. 14: sc in next 7 st through both layers to close the opening (7).

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sew the ears to the sides of the head

Before sewing, flatten the rounded part of the ear, shaping it into a shell-like form. This shape helps it fit perfectly on the side of the head. Using sewing pins, place the ears on the sides of the head, over Rnd. 7, leaving approx. 2 st of distance at eye level. With a tapestry needle, sew them firmly in place.

FRONT LEGS (MAKE 2)

Start in color Porcelain (Amigurumi #7564).

Rnd. 1: work 5 sc in a magic ring (5).

Rnd. 2: 5 inc (10).

Rnd. 3: 10 sc (10).

Change to color Lemonade (Amigurumi #5806).

Rnd. 4: 3 sc, 2 dec, 3 sc (8).

Rnd. 5: 8 sc (8).

Rnd. 6: 1 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc (10).

Rnd. 7–9 (3 ROUNDS): 10 sc (10).

Rnd. 10: work only 2 sc (2). Leave the remaining 8 st unworked.

Fasten off. Lightly stuff the front leg with fiberfill.

BODY

In color Lemonade (Amigurumi #5806).

Rnd. 1: work 6 sc in a magic ring (6).

Rnd. 2: 6 inc (12).

Rnd. 3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6 (18).

Rnd. 4: [1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc] x 6 (24).

Rnd. 5: [3 sc, 1 inc] x 6 (30).

Rnd. 6–8 (3 ROUNDS): 30 sc (30).

Rnd. 9: 1 sc, [1 dec, 2 sc] x 4, 13 sc (26).

Rnd. 10: 14 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc (24).

On the next round, we'll join the front legs to the body. The last st of each leg will be the starting position for the join. Make sure that the decreases in Rnd. 4 of the front legs are facing you. If necessary, make some additional sc or undo some sc to ensure the correct position of the legs.

Rnd. 11: 1 sc in the body, sc into next 4 st through the first front leg and body at the same time, continue with 2 sc in the body, sc in next 4 st through the second front leg and body at the same time, 13 sc in the body (24).

Rnd. 12: 1 inc in the body. Continue making 1 inc, 5 sc into the first front leg (into the unworked stitches of the previous round), 2 sc in the body, 5 sc, 1 inc into the second front leg (into the unworked stitches). Return to the body and make 1 inc, 12 sc (32).

Rnd. 13: 32 sc (32).

Rnd. 14: 2 dec, 1 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, 2 dec, 1 sc, 1 dec, [2 sc, 1 dec] x 2, 1 sc (23).

Rnd. 15: 23 sc (23).

Invisible fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for sewing. Stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.

Note: As you stuff the piece, adjust the position of the front legs so they remain parallel and facing forward. When placing the piece on a flat surface, both front legs and body should touch the surface to ensure balance.

Sew the body to the head

With the help of pins, position the body at the base of the head, keeping the front legs facing forward and tilting the head slightly upward. At the front, the body should be positioned between Rnds. 21 and 22, and at the back between Rnds. 19 and 20. Using a tapestry needle, sew it firmly in place. If necessary, stuff the body with more fiberfill before closing the seam.

Embroider the scars
Using a crewel needle no. 9 and 1 strand of black embroidery thread (Maxi Mouliné #900), embroider scars on the front legs and back.

BACK LEGS (MAKE 2)

Start in color Porcelain (Amigurumi #7564).

Rnd. 1: work 5 sc in a magic ring (5).

Rnd. 2: 5 inc (10).

Rnd. 3: 10 sc (10).

Change to color Lemonade (Amigurumi #5806).

Rnd. 4: 2 sc, 3 dec, 2 sc (7).

Rnd. 5: 1 sc, 4 inc, 1 sc, 1 inc (12).

Stuff the paw firmly with fiberfill. The rest of the piece will remain unstuffed.

Rnd. 6: 12 sc (12).

Rnd. 7: 3 sc, [1 inc, 1 sc] x 4, 1 sc (16).

Rnd. 8: 16 sc (16).

Rnd. 9: 8 dec (8).

Rnd. 10: work only 2 dec (2). Leave the remaining 4 st unworked.

Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for sewing. There is no need to add stuffing to the thigh.

Locate the central decrease of Rnd. 4 and, from this point, flatten the thigh, shaping it into a shell-like form. This shape will ensure that the leg fits perfectly on the side of the body when sewing. With the thigh flattened and using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch and pull tight to close the opening. Then, weave the remaining yarn through the leg, bringing it out at the side of the piece, where it will later be used for sewing.

Sew the back legs to the sides of the body
Using sewing pins, place the back legs on both sides of the body, between Rnds. 5 and 9. The paws should be facing forward, and the decreases from Rnd. 4 facing upward, positioned slightly behind the front legs. The back paws should “slightly hug” the front paws, ensuring they remain in the correct position. Using a tapestry needle, sew only the rounded part of the thigh firmly in place.

Note: Before sewing, check that the piece sits properly, with all four paws and body touching the surface. Adjust the position of the back legs, if necessary, to ensure balance.

TAIL

Start in color Porcelain (Amigurumi #7564).

Rnd. 1: work 4 sc in a magic ring (4).

Rnd. 2: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 2 (6).

Change to color Lemonade (Amigurumi #5806).

Rnd. 3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3 (9).

Rnd. 4: 9 sc (9).

Rnd. 5: 4 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc (10).

Rnd. 6–7 (2 ROUNDS): 10 sc (10).

Rnd. 8: 4 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc (9).

Rnd. 9: 9 sc (9).

Rnd. 10: 2 sc, [1 dec, 1 sc] x 2, 1 sc (7).

Rnd. 11: work only 1 sc (1). Leave the remaining 6 st unworked.

Lightly stuff the tail with fiberfill up to Rnd. 8. Flatten the tail opening so that the stitches line up.

Rnd. 12: sc in next 3 st through both layers to close the opening (3).

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sew the tail to the back

Using sewing pins, position the tail at the center back of the body, over Rnd. 4 and 7. With a tapestry needle, sew it firmly in place.

COLLAR
In color Black (Amigurumi #8990).

Note: When making the collar, don't tighten the stitches too much so that it fits perfectly around the neck. If necessary, change the crochet hook.

Ch 26. Work all the stitches in the back bumps of the foundation chain. Starting into the second ch from the hook, make 25 sc (25). Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing.

Close the collar around the neck

Wrap the collar around the neck with the ends at the back. Sew the ends together with a tapestry needle and weave in the yarn ends.

YOUR ZOMBIE DOG IS READY!

Designer: Jenifer - LovLoops