Amazing Amigurumi Crochet Dogs (9780804860857)

Crochet cute and cuddly dogs and dress them in adorable handmade outfits!

This amazing book shows you how to crochet seven lifelike amigurumi dogs, including a Toy Poodle, Chihuahua, Dachshund, Schnauzer, Bichon Frise and French Bulldog, and then how to personalize each one with a mix-and-match wardrobe of stylish crocheted outfits and accessories.

These huggable companions are quick and easy to make, and they capture each breed's distinctive personality! Your crocheted friends will also look incredibly fashionable with accessories that include:

• Cozy sweaters featuring cables, hearts and granny-square motifs
• Frilly skirts, dresses and delicate collars
• Casual shirts, sporty jackets and knit hats
• Wedding attire, Christmas outfits and other special-occasion ensembles
• Bows, appliques and other fun accessories to mix and match

The patterns fit all of the dogs, so each outfit can be shared. Clear Japanese-style crochet charts, stitch diagrams and photographic instructions are provided. Plus, a complete technique guide ensures success even if you are a beginning crocheter!


About the Author:
Mieko Shindo is an amigurumi artist who creates custom-made crocheted dogs and cats that capture the distinctive personalities of her clients' beloved pets while adding her own charming, stylized touch. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, she strives to make each piece truly one of a kind. She teaches amigurumi classes and exhibits her work in Ginza and Kichijoji, where she opened Monpapi Studio in 2025 as the base for her creative activities. She is the author of several popular amigurumi books, including Cuddly Amigurumi Dogs and Fluffy Amigurumi Cats. Shindo graduated from Tama Art University with a degree in Japanese painting.