Flash the Greyhound is part of the Dera-Dogs 2 collection of four dog knitting patterns, which includes Shep the Border Collie, Buster the Jack Russell, Freddie the Schnauzer, and, of course, Flash the Greyhound.

Designed by Amanda Berry @fluffandfuzz each of these canine creations is full of personality and would be the perfect present for any dog owner.

The collection of knitting patterns is available as an ebook at LoveCrafts.

RECOMMENDED YARN
Deramores Studio Anti-Pilling DK; one 100g skein in each colour; for Flash Mist, Frost and Ebony
Double knitting/light worsted weight
100% acrylic

NEEDLES
A pair of 3.75mm (US 5) straight single pointed knitting needles

NOTIONS
Toy filling
A darning or tapestry needle for seaming
12mm Toy safety eyes

SIZES
One Size: The greyhound is approx 23cm tall (seated including ears).

TECHNIQUES
Work flat on single pointed needles (not in the round).
Other techniques include casting on and off, knits and purls, increases and decreases, and seaming to finish.