Hot Dog Crochet Coat

By: KJ Hay

Using Caron International's One Pound you can crochet this adorable dog coat. This is perfect for a fun Halloween costume for your pup. It's an easy crochet pattern for you to put together.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:

Coat measures approximately 12"/30.5 cm long x 6"/15 cm high, chest circumference is adjustable and measures approximately 15–20"/38–51 cm.

MATERIALS:

Caron International One Pound (100% acrylic; 16 oz/454 g, 812 yds/742 m skein):
5 oz (A), 2 oz (B), 2 oz (C), 1 oz (D)
Shown in: #585 Lace (A); #589 Cream (B); #581 Espresso (C); #549 Sunflower (D)
One size US I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, or size to obtain gauge.
Stitch markers
Polyester quilt batting (optional)
4 D-rings—1 1/2"/38mm
Yarn needle

GAUGE

In single crochet, 14 sts and 16 rows = 4"/10 cm.

STITCHES USED

Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), slip stitch (slip st)

EMBROIDERY STITCHES USED

French Knot

SPECIAL TERMS

sc2tog: Single crochet 2 together – Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, (2 loops on hook), insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.

sc3tog: Single crochet 3 together – [Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop] 3 times, yarn over and draw through all 4 loops on hook.

sc4tog: Single crochet 4 together – [Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop] 4 times, yarn over and draw through all 5 loops on hook.

NOTES

1. Buns are worked in continuous rounds; do not join and do not turn at end of rounds. Use a stitch marker to indicate beginning of round. Move marker up as each round is worked. Work with RS facing throughout.

BUN(make 2)

With A, chain 21.

Round 1 (RS): 2 sc in second ch from hook, sc in next 18 ch, 4 sc in last ch; pivot to work along opposite side of foundation chain, sc in next 18 ch, 2 sc in last ch; do not turn and do not join. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round. Move the marker up as each round is worked—44 sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in next 2 sc, sc in next 18 sc, 2 sc in next 4 sc, sc in next 18 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc—52 sc.

Round 3: Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 18 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 18 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc—56 sc.

Round 4: 2 sc in next 3 sc, sc in next 24 sc, 2 sc in next 4 sc, sc in next 24 sc, 2 sc in next sc—64 sc.

Round 5: Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 24 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 24 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc—68 sc.

Round 6: [2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 28 sc] twice—72 sc.

Round 7: Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next 4 sc, sc in next 32 sc, 2 sc in next 4 sc, sc in next 31 sc—80 sc.

Round 8: [2 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 30 sc] twice—84 sc.

Round 9: [2 sc in next sc, sc in next 12 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 28 sc] twice—88 sc.

Round 10: *[2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc] 3 times, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 28 sc; repeat from * once more—96 sc.

Round 11: [Sc in next 20 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 26 sc, 2 sc in next sc] twice—100 sc.

Round 12: Sc in each sc around.

Slip st in next st. Fasten off. With C, embroider French knot "seeds" randomly scattered around both ends of bun.

INNER BUN

Round 1 (RS): Working in back loops only, join B with sc in next st of outer bun, sc in each sc around—100 sc.

Round 2: Working in back loops only, *sc in next 3 sc, sc2tog; repeat from * around—80 sc.

Round 3: Working in both loops, *sc2tog, [sc in next 3 sc, sc2tog] 3 times, sc in next 23 sc; repeat from * once more—72 sc.

Round 4: *Sc2tog, [sc in next 2 sc, sc2tog] 3 times, sc in next 22 sc; repeat from * once more—64 sc.

Round 5: Sc in each sc around.

Round 6: *Sc2tog, [sc in next sc, sc2tog] 3 times, sc in next 21 sc; repeat from * once more—56 sc.

Round 7: Sc in each sc around.

Round 8: *[Sc2tog] 4 times, sc in next 20 sc; repeat from * once more—48 sc.

Round 9: *[Sc2tog] twice, sc in next 20 sc; repeat from * once more—44 sc.

Round 10: Sc2tog, sc in next 20 sc, sc2tog, sc in next 19 sc; there is one st remaining at the end of this round, this is the first st you will work into in the next round. Place marker in first st of next round for new beginning of round.

Round 11: [Sc4tog, sc in next 17] twice—36 sc.

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing opening closed.

Optional: Place completed bun on quilt batting (use as many layers as desired), trace around bun and cut out oval of batting. Trim edges of batting to allow it to fit inside bun. Place batting inside bun. Sew opening closed.

BACK

Locate the center 25 sts along one long edge of Round 1 of one inner bun. Place a marker in the first and last of these 25 sts.

Row 1: Working in the unworked front loops of Round 1 of inner bun, join C with sc in first marked st, sc in next 24 sc (including last marked st), turn—25 sc.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Repeat Row 2 until Back measures about 3"/7.5 cm. Do not fasten off.

Locate the center 25 sts along one long edge of Round 1 of the other inner bun. Place a marker in the first and last of these 25 sts. Before beginning the next row, ensure that the inner buns are facing each other, and align the 25 center sts of the other inner bun with the 25 sts of the last row worked on the first inner bun.

Last Row (joining other inner bun): Working through sts of last row and unworked front loops of sts between markers of other inner bun (including marked sts), slip st in each st across. Fasten off.

CHEST STRAPS

First Half

Locate the center 5 sts along lower long edge of Round 1 of one inner bun.

Row 1: Working in the unworked front loops of Round 1 of inner bun, join C with sc in first of the center 5 sts, sc in next 4 sc, turn—5 sc.

Rows 2–18: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 19: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next sc, sc2tog, turn—3 sc.

Row 20: Ch 1, sc3tog. Fasten off.

Second Half

Locate the center 5 sts along lower long edge of Round 1 of other inner bun.

Row 1 (RS): Working in the unworked front loops of Round 1 of inner bun, join C with sc in first of the center 5 sts, sc in next 4 sc, turn—5 sc.

Row 2 (attach D-ring): Ch 1, holding the flat edge of one D-ring against the sts of Row 1, *insert hook in next st, yarn over and draw up a loop, insert hook through D-ring, yarn over and draw loop back through D-ring and through the 2 loops on hook; repeat from * across to work a row of sc and attach D-ring to strap, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2 to attach another D-ring. Fasten off.

NECK STRAPS

Work neck straps in same manner as chest straps, working over the 5 sts at center front of buns.

MUSTARD

With D, chain 2.

Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in sc, turn.

Repeat Row 2 until piece measures about 10"/25.5 cm long. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing mustard to Back. Arrange Mustard in a squiggle along Back and sew in place.

FINISHING

Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.

To close coat, thread tapered end of first half of chest strap through both D-rings of second half of chest strap, then thread tapered end back through first D-ring and pull gently to adjust size. Repeat to close neck straps.

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pearchaos 5124277

Dec 28, 2018

Hey! I love this pattern and want to crochet it as a gift, but my friend's daschund has a chest measurement of 22". Is there any way you could give me an updated pattern with this size? I would be so grateful! Thank you! Sincerely, Jess

EditorLP

Jun 26, 2018

This is definitely one of the cutest crochet patterns I've ever seen. It actually doesn't look too difficult, but my dog is definitely bigger than the dachshund in the picture. Has anyone tried resizing this pattern? If I'm feeling brave I might give it a try.

eventhorizonparano rmal 5559483

Mar 31, 2017

How come the Crochet Hot dog Free pattern is not downloadable?

Editor Dana

Mar 31, 2017

Hi there! Many of our patterns aren't shared as a downloadable PDF, but you can copy and paste the text into a Word document if you'd like to save the pattern that way! There is also a print button at the top of the page, just under the title of the project, for a printer-friendly version. I hope that helps! -Dana from FaveCrafts

cnalpn2 8828577

Nov 14, 2014

great for Halloween doggy parade. Our dog would not stand for any kind of "dressing up".

ILUV2CROCHET4U

Sep 19, 2012

I think this little coat is adorable I have little Poms and they have been wearing coats and sweaters tees since they were very young They do well wearing coats clothing Where we live we have very cold and rainy winters last year we had snow I am sure that my dogs enjoy and are very happy to have a coat or sweater when it is very cold and rainy outside Just because dogs have their own natural coat does not mean that they cannot be harmed by very cold and or uncomfortable climates The plus side is that they look so very cute in their clothing and don't get as sick or as icky in nasty weather especially rain and snow I think this costume is very cute I will keep ours simple I won't be adding the batting as it will be used for a coat rather than a…Read More sweater I may change the colors to make it look more authentic Doesn't seem very difficult to create

doxiemom

Jan 27, 2012

adorable!!!

notirt09 5491262

Nov 03, 2011

I only understand diagram and not words, can anyone know how to change from wordings to diagram (mesh) I luv to crchey n I like to crochet new things too Please I m desperate Email to me if any one knows or have any diagram pattern xpecially table cloth, bedspread, cushion etc

urquidez

Oct 24, 2011

This is very adorable and yes I would make bunches of these for gifts. Thank you

mashbrook 3859632

Oct 20, 2011

Dogs have coats and do well most of the time w/o one. We've had 2 dog that have to go to the groomers- A poodle and now a Shih Tsu. We usually put a coat on them when it's bitter cold or right after they are groomed. It is normally too warm for a coat on Halloween or at other times, but I might use it in the winter. Yes I'd make the Shih Tsu the coat and let him wear it if it were cold outside. I wouldn't worry about embarrassing him- he's a dog, not a person, & dogs don't get embarrassed. I would not embarrass myself by making him burn up with that coat on in the fall just so I could make a "fashion statement."

mm1dm 4557288

Oct 20, 2011

I have a Chiwennie he is always called a Mexican Hot dog. I am going to make this for him for Halloween. Love it

debrahead12 436996 8

Oct 20, 2011

Of course!! It would be a show stopper no matter when or where they were wearing it!!! Totally Cool.

doxiemom

Oct 20, 2011

this is just too cute.... i have seven doxies and i am going to make them all one for a halloween pic for next year.... too cute

pinkpolarbear

Oct 20, 2011

Absolutely would make this. Got the pattern saved on my computer, will probably make as a Christmas gift for my husband's min pin/dachsund mix. May change up the pattern for the bun a bit, but I think it's cute. I just designed a two-button Henly-style dog sweater for him, gotta sew on the buttons now. I have a Chinese Crested of the hairy hairless variety and she wears sweaters most of the year. This isn't her style however.

RobinLinn

Oct 20, 2011

I have an adorable boy dachshund and I would never make this for him. Some dogs do like sweaters but my dog just gives me a sad look when I put one on him and he won't move at all. For me this is degrading to the dog. I would never put this on my sweet little dog who daily gives me such unconditional love. Robin

jmerse 7297776

Oct 20, 2011

This is the most ridiculus thing I've ever seen. Something for cold weather is one thing but I would never embarrass my pet with this...UGH!

grtesson

Oct 20, 2011

I have made dog sweaters, but I would never make this.

free2b1 3240907

Oct 20, 2011

My Chihuahua's LOVE their clothes and get all excited when I bring them out because they know they are going to get all dolled up and go to the dog park. In the warm weather I don't dress them, but they do love it when there is a little nip in the air! They also all have parkas for winter and love to wear them outside - it keeps them warm!

irishred

Oct 20, 2011

I think this is an adorable idea for a halloween costume, if you're into all of that, but it's a little silly for a coat. My dog is not a cold weather dog & I put a little coat or sweater-looking thing on her when it's very cold out & it doesn't bother her at all. Unless you're looking at this costume very close though its difficult to tell it's a hot dog & a bun because better colors could have been used, resembling the bun and hot dog better. To answer the question, I would not make this because a more practical dog coat/sweater would keep a dog warmer than this.

JMitchell

Oct 19, 2011

I agree with those who would never make this. Dressing up a dog in very cold weather might be practical for purposes of warmth, but if I put a coat on a dog, it would be a very plain-looking garment. I think it's stupid and degrading to put something on an animal that looks silly. This is a very silly-looking costume of not much practical value. As catnaps 7028372 says, those with time on their hands could play fetch with their dog... or maybe if the dog won't fetch, you can try obedience training. That would be more useful.

Member 15942

Oct 19, 2011

Well I love it and will be making it for my Sister dog for as a gift to her. Sassy will love wearing it and my sister will love it on her. Sassy is a hot dog.

samazon 2626010

Oct 19, 2011

Please if I put that on my dog he would run away from home. Who really would make this :)

lizsnelling 527245 7

Oct 19, 2011

I think it is pretty neat to dress up your dog or cat I know I would do it if I had a aminal because I use to dress up my dog before it died. And I love the outfits you can make for your aminal good job I might try to make it for my moms dog.

Crafter 14928

Oct 19, 2011

I think dressing a dog in anything is degrading to the dog. I have 2 Labs and not only would they not allow me to put anything on them I wouldn't even consider doing so.

catnaps 7028372

Oct 19, 2011

With all due respect to the artist, it's hard to discern this is a hot dog. As to the question posed, no, I would never make this; yes, it is mean to the dog. Further, our society is getting carried away pretending that dogs are mini humans and want to be treated as such. In reality, they want to be dogs and not forced to pretend they're human. If you have time on your hands, maybe you could crochet for a charity, and play fetch with your dog.