Rover Puppy

**Playful Puppy Knitting Pattern - Create Your Own Adorable Canine Companion** **PATTERN NOTES:** This delightful Playful Puppy is crafted in one seamless piece, making it a fun project for knitters of all experience levels. The knitted ears, tail, and muzzle are carefully sewn on to add extra charm, and the nose is added with a delightful embroidery touch on the muzzle. While I opted for realistic color combinations, feel free to get creative and design your unique version of this playful pup! **SKILLS REQUIRED:** To bring this project to life, you'll need to know how to cast on, bind off, increase, and decrease. Additionally, skills in seaming, filling, shaping, and embroidery will be essential to complete your puppy. **YARN:** - **Body:** Main Color (MC): Red Heart Aran Fleck worsted, approximately 65 yards (60 meters) required. - **Muzzle:** Contrast Color (CC): Red Heart Buff Fleck worsted, about 10 yards (9 meters) needed. All yarns are 100% acrylic, with a total of 482 yards (440 meters) in each 10 oz (238 g) skein. - **Ears:** Utilize 20 yards (18 meters) of beautiful brown faux fur, made from 100% polyester with a total of 65 yards (60 meters) per 3.5 oz (100 g) package. **KNITTING NEEDLES:** For this pattern, use: - US 6 (4 mm) circular needle for working flat. - US 13 (9 mm) needles for additional flat work. **EXTRAS:** Gather a few essential tools to complete your puppy. You will need a yarn needle, polyester fiber fill to stuff your creation, embroidery floss to craft the nose, and 2 buttons measuring 5/8" (1.5 cm) for the puppy's adorable eyes. A zipper is optional if you wish to add a unique functional feature. **GAUGE:** For this project, the gauge is not critical, allowing for flexibility as you knit your playful companion. **FINISHED SIZE:** Once completed, your adorable puppy will measure approximately 10 inches tall (25 cm) and 8 inches (20 cm) wide when fully stuffed. Create a cherished toy that can become a beloved keepsake for kids and adults alike. This Playful Puppy knitting pattern is perfect for gift-giving or as a lovely addition to your home decor. Start knitting today and enjoy the delightful process of bringing this cute canine buddy to life!