Stella the Shih Tzu is a cute addition to the Dera-Dogs collection. Knitted in a faux fur yarn which makes a toy that is soft to the touch just like real fur, and brings this little dog to life. This adorable knitted amigurumi dog is a great gift for any dog lover. This pattern has been designed by Amanda Berry @fluffandfuzz using James C. Brett Faux Fur yarn.

RECOMMENDED YARN
James C Brett Faux Fur chunky yarn, 90% supersoft nylon/10% polyester, a 100g/90m skein in each shade “Black & White” and “White”

NEEDLES
A pair of 3.5mm straight single pointed knitting needles

NOTIONS
A darning or tapestry needle for seaming
Toy filling
Two 9mm toy safety eyes
A 15mm toy safety nose
White felt fabric to back the washers of the eyes/nose
Small scrap of pink felt fabric for tongue

SIZES
One Size: The dog is 10cm tall and 19cm long.

TECHNIQUES
Work flat on single pointed needles (not in the round).
Experience of toy making and working with fancy yarns is recommended.
Other techniques include casting on and off, knits and purls, increases and decreases, and seaming to finish.