Borzoi dogs are known for their elegant and unique appearance. Now, carry their cuteness everywhere with this Crochet Borzoi Dog Keychain Pattern! This delightful keychain pattern is simple, showing a long snout and floppy ears that capture the essence of the Borzoi breed. The small and portable design makes it perfect for adding a touch of charm to your keys, bags, or as a lovely gift. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions and a finished look this pattern is a must-try for crochet fans and dog lovers alike.
Why Love This Pattern?
- Clear Instructions: The video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide which is easy to follow for both beginners and experienced crocheters.
- Adorable Result: The end product, a super long snout puppy, is cute and charming, making it a fun project to make and a delightful finished item.
- Skill Building: The pattern incorporates various crochet techniques, such as single crochet stitches, increase stitches, and decrease stitches, which help in developing and honing crocheting skills.
- Personalization: This pattern offers room for personalization with different yarn colors and additional features, allowing creators to add their personal touch.
- Detailed Visuals: The well-shot video enhances understanding, making the learning process smoother.
Crochet Borzoi Dog Keychain
Materials
- Black and white yarn
- 5mm plastic eyes
- Cotton for stuffing
- Crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
Abbreviations
- Sc: single crochet
- Inc: increase (2 single crochet in the same stitch)
- Dec: decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- Sl st: slip stitch
- Ch: chain
- Magic ring: magic adjustable ring
Pattern
Head:
- Round 1:
- Use black yarn to create a magic ring.
- Crochet 6 Sc into the ring.
- Pull the yarn to close the loop.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Tighten the yarn for a clear end of the round.
- Round 2:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in each of the remaining stitches (total 6 Sc).
- Change to white yarn.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Round 3:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in each of the remaining stitches (total 6 Sc).
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Cut off any excess yarn. Turn its front side out.
- Round 4:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- In the second stitch, Sc 2 stitches (Inc).
- Crochet alternately: 1 Sc, 1 Inc; repeat 2 more times.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Rounds 5-7:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in each stitch until the end of the round (total 9 Sc).
- Round 8:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in the second stitch.
- In the third stitch, make 1 Inc.
- Crochet alternately: 2 Sc, 1 Inc; repeat 2 more times.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Round 9:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in each stitch until the end of the round (total 12 Sc).
- Round 10:
- Ch 1.
- Repeat round 9.
- Round 11:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Sc in the second and third stitches.
- In the fourth stitch, make 1 Inc.
- Crochet alternately: 3 Sc, 1 Inc; repeat 2 more times.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Rounds 12-14:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in each stitch until the end of the round (total 15 Sc).
- Round 15:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Make 1 Dec.
- Sc in the next stitch.
- Make 1 Dec again.
- Crochet alternately: 1 Sc, 1 Dec; repeat to the end of the round.
- Round 16:
- Ch 1.
- Make 1 Dec. Mark this stitch.
- Crochet 4 more Dec.
- Sl st into the first stitch.
- Leave a piece of yarn and cut.
- Stuff the cotton inside.
- Fasten off.
Body:
- Round 1:
- Create a magic ring with white yarn.
- Crochet 6 Sc into the ring.
- Pull the yarn to close the loop.
- Sl st into the first stitch to finish the round.
- Round 2:
- Ch 1.
- Make 1 Inc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Inc in each of the remaining stitches.
- Round 3:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Inc in the second stitch.
- Crochet alternately: 1 Sc, 1 Inc; repeat to the end of the round.
- Round 4:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first stitch. Mark this stitch.
- Inc in the second stitch.
- In the third stitch, Sc.
- Crochet alternately: 1 Sc, 1 Inc, 1 Sc; repeat to the end of the round.
- Round 5:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in the first 5 stitches. Mark the first stitch.
- In the 6th stitch, make 1 bobble stitch:
- Yarn over.
- Insert the hook into the stitch and pull up a loop.
- Pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook.
- Repeat these steps three more times (total 5 loops on the hook).
- Pull the yarn through all 5 loops to complete the bobble stitch.
- Sc in the next stitch.
- Sc in the next 3 stitches.
- Make 1 bobble stitch.
- Sc in the next 2 stitches.
- Make 1 bobble stitch.
- Sc in the next 4 stitches.
- Make 1 bobble stitch.
- Sc in the remaining 5 stitches to complete the round.
- Rounds 6-8:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in each stitch until the end of the round (total 24 Sc).
- Round 9:
- Ch 1.
- Make 1 Dec. Mark this stitch.
- Make 2 more Dec.
- Sc in the next 12 stitches.
- Make 3 Dec.
- Round 10:
- Ch 1.
- Make 1 Dec. Mark this stitch.
- Make 1 Dec.
- Sc in the next 2 stitches.
- Make 1 Dec.
- Sc in the next 2 stitches.
- Make 1 Dec.
- Sc in the next 2 stitches.
- Make 2 Dec.
- Rounds 11-12:
- Ch 1.
- Sc in each stitch to the end of the round (12 Sc).
- Sl st into the first stitch.
- Leave a long tail and cut yarn.
- Stuff cotton inside.
- Sew the body and head together.
Tail:
- Insert the hook through the 6th round of the body.
- Pull the yarn over and chain 5.
- Make 1 Sc into the second loop from the hook.
- Sc in each of the remaining loops.
- Sl st, leave a short length of yarn and cut.
Ears:
- Insert the hook through the stitch and pull the yarn over.
- Chain 4.
- Make 1 Sc into the second loop from the hook.
- Sc in each of the remaining loops.
- Sl st, leave a short length of yarn and cut.
- Repeat for the other ear.
Final Steps:
- Use 5mm plastic eyes and stick them on both sides of the head.
- Add blush for the finishing touch.
Your super long snout puppy is complete! Enjoy your new crochet creation.
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