Stripy Dachshund Sausage Dog Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Penny Connor
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Download and knit Penny Connor’s stripy sausage dog knitting pattern today!

If the thought of making a knitted toy has always left you slightly daunted, this dachshund dog pattern is a great place to start. Mainly worked in stocking stitch, it will help you feel more confident in your technique, and it is also a great way to perfect colour changing. Plus, there’s not much making up, so it won’t be long before your very own canine friend is complete.

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What do I need?

Yarn: DK, white, red, blue, pink, green, 25g of each
Needles: 3.25mm
Safety nose
Safety eyes
Black embroidery thread
Safety toy stuffing
Extra white yarn

Sizing

Approx 18cm high x 28cm long

Stitch dictionary

Slip one: Holding the yarn in front, slip the st from one needle to the other as though you are going to purl the st but do not knit it. Carry the yarn between the needle points to the back of the work and continue with the next part of the hot tip instruction.

Meet the designer

Penny Connor is just one of our talented Let's Knit Together designers. To see more of Penny's patterns, visit here. If you enjoyed making her dachshund toy, we think you'll love knitting this easy ballerina doll next.

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