If these long, cold, wet nights have you down, then we have the cure! Craft away your winter blues with these fun projects – all dog themed! Whether it’s felting a new toy for your dog, making a stuffed one for a child, or even knitting a sweater for your four-legged best friend, these projects will keep you busy the winter through. Have a favorite project of your own? Share in the comments!
#1 – Felted Dog Ball
The following YouTube video shows you how to make a felted dog ball in just a few minutes! They are easy to make and can be customized as shown.
#2 – Plush Pup Pattern
This fun pattern sold on Etsy comes with not just the dog, but also his house, bowl and bone. Customize the dog’s color to match your own dog or make him something fanciful like purple! Totally fun and totally your choice. Etsy.com
#3 – Knit Dog Bed
This pattern will show knitters how to make a round knit dog bed. Making your own means you can pick the colors to match your décor. Etsy.com
#4 – Cable Knit Dog Sweater
This free pattern says it’s fine for intermediate knitters, though the resulting sweater looks advanced! Even the sweater makers at Blarney Woolen Mills would be envious of this one! AllFreeKnitting.com
#5 – Crochet Sausage Dog
If you crochet, or want to learn, this is a cute pattern that you can customize size and of course color. If you have doxies, this is perfect as you can make minis of your own dogs! Etsy.com
#6 – Paracord Dog Toys
Anyone can do this fun project! Paracord dog toys are perfect for heavy chewers or tuggers. Personalize with colors, add a ball at one end, or a handle – the possibilities are only limited by your imagination! Instructables.com
#7 – Dog Coat
This free pattern makes a dog coat out of any material you wish – from snuggly fleece to waterproof nylon. This is a great project if you have a hard to fit dog or want to make something special that matches your dog’s unique personality – like maybe a Star Wars Theme coat or a rhinestone studded one. Instructables.com
#8 – Fleece Dog Toy Patterns
These patterns are for making your own plushie dog toys. Add squeakers if you wish and remember, dogs can see blues and yellows best! Etsy.com
#9 – Small Plush Puppy
This little pattern makes a stuffed dog that is just 4.5” high but it’s adorable! Again, you can vary the colors to match your own dog, or just a dog you think is cute! Etsy.com
#10 – Crocheted Dog Bandana
This is a quick pattern for those looking for something that can be done in one night, or if you are a beginner. It’s cute and allows you to make lots of variations, with colors, patterns and accents as you get better. Crochetnmore.com
#11 – Adjustable Collar, Flower and BowTIe Pattern
This fun pattern sold on Etsy shows you how to make cute collars, flowers and bow ties for your four-legged best friend – what a great way to spend your winter evenings! Etsy.com
#12 – Dog Bone Frame
Finally! A use for those cheap dog bones you find at the store. This cute craft project takes a cheap frame, some dog bones, and craft supplies like paint, glitter and glue to make an adorable picture frame. Just don’t leave it where the dog can get at it!
