Max's Dog Sweater by Paula Shea

Max's Dog Sweater

Crochet
October 2014
Aran (8 wpi) ?
5.5 mm (I)
600 - 900 yards (549 - 823 m)
Can alter to fit any size (guidance included). Specific instructions for Medium (14" neck, 18" length, 25" chest circumference)
English
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I designed this as a custom request for a friend’s dog. You need about a pound of yarn, a crochet hook size I, and 3 buttons (more or less to your preference).

The basketweave pattern makes this nice and plush with a beautiful look. Simple edging makes a bold statement without being frilly. The turtleneck is rarely seen in dog sweaters, and definitely makes it extra cozy and warm to keep your pup happy this winter!

Gauge square measures 6.5” width X 6.75” height:

Base row: Ch 21. Hdc in 3rd ch from hk. hdc across. Ch 2, turn. Row 1: Hdc across. Ch 2, turn. Row 2: 3 FPdc, 3 BPdc. Repeat from 2 more times. Hdc in t-ch-2. Ch 2, turn. Row 3: Repeat Row 2 Row 4: 3 BPdc, 3 FPdc. Repeat from 2 more times. Hdc in t-ch-2. Ch 2, turn. Row 5-6: Repeat Row 4 Row 7: 3 FPdc, 3 BPdc. Repeat from 2 more times. Hdc in t-ch-2. Ch 2, turn Row 8-12 : Repeat Rows 2-6 Row 13: Hdc across. Fasten off. (20 hdc)

This demonstrates the basketweave pattern used throughout.

You will need 3 buttons (more or less to preference)