Free crochet pattern C2C Dachshund

 Free C2C crochet pattern 
Dachshund (40 x 40 graph)

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About this Pattern:

Since I was very young, my family has always had dachshunds. We had two when I was growing up, and the second one was quite a character. She was incredibly fast and seemed to chew through absolutely everything. I still remember waking up one morning to find her running around the living room after she had chewed her way through her dog bed.

My parents still have one dachshund today. Sadly, our other dachshund passed away three months ago. They have decided not to get another one, as they would like to travel more.

I don't have any pets myself. I would love to have a dog, but with both of us working, we don't feel it's the right choice for us at the moment. And, to be completely honest, my boyfriend isn't quite as crazy about dachshunds as I am.

So, since I can't fill my house with dachshunds, I decided to put one on a crochet blanket instead! This free C2C dachshund crochet pattern is my way of combining two things I love: dachshunds and crochet.

This free C2C Dachshund crochet pattern features a simple 40 x 40 pixel graph, making it suitable for baby blankets, cushions, wall hangings and other corner-to-corner crochet projects. Whether you're making a gift for a dachshund lover or adding a dog-themed design to your home, this pattern is a fun and relaxing project.

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Materials:

• 3.0 mm hook
• darning needle to weave in ends
• DK yarn
• scissors
• optional: stitch markers

Yarn colours:

Black

Dark brown

Brown

Orange-ish brown

Any colour you wish to use for the background.

Colour Counts:

The 40 x 40 grid contains 1,600 squares in total. Here is the number of squares for each colour:

Black: 20

Dark brown: 69
Brown: 333
Orange-ish brown: 99

Background: 1,079

The colour counts tell you how many squares of each colour are used in the graph. They don't tell you exactly how much yarn you'll need, as this can vary depending on your yarn, hook size and tension.

Size:
With a 3.0 mm hook and DK yarn, for me this works up to about 60 x 60 cm (23 x 23 inches). But, this may vary depending on your yarn weight, hook size, and tension. 
Gauge: 5 rows measure approximately 6 cm (2.3 inches).

New to C2C?
These tutorials may help:

C2C Tutorials

Row-By-Row Instructions:
Uneven rows going up.

Even rows going down.

w = white (background)
ob = orange-ish brown
bl = black
b = brown
db = dark brown

R1: 1 w
R2: 2 w
R3: 3 w
R4: 4 w
R5: 5 w
R6: 6 w
R7: 7 w
R8: 8 w
R9: 9 w
R10: 3 w – 2 ob – 5 w
R11: 5 w – 1 bl – 2 ob – 3 w
R12: 3 w – 1 br – 3 ob – 5 w
R13: 5 w – 1 bl – 2 ob – 2 b – 3 w
R14: 3 w – 2 b – 3 ob – 6 w
R15: 9 w – 2 b – 4 w
R16: 4 w – 2 b – 1 db – 9 w
R17: 6 w – 2 ob – 2 w – 3 b – 4 w
R18: 4 w – 4 b – 1 w – 1 db – 1 ob – 1 b – 6 w
R19: 6 w – 2 ob – 3 db – 4 b – 4 w
R20: 3 w – 2 db – 4 b – 2 db – 2 ob – 7 w
R21: 9 w – 1 db – 1 ob – 1 db – 4 b – 3 db – 2 w
R22: 2 w – 3 db – 5 b – 1 db – 1 ob – 10 w
R23: 10 w – 1 ob – 1 b – 1 db – 4 b – 4 db – 2 w
R24: 3 w – 1 db – 2 w – 7 b – 1 ob – 10 w
R25: 9 w – 2 ob – 7 b – 3 w – 1 db – 3 w
R26: 3 w – 1 db – 3 w – 8 b – 2 ob – 9 w
R27: 9 w – 1 ob – 9 b – 8 w
R28: 4 w – 1 db – 4 b – 9 b – 1 ob – 9 w
R29: 4 w – 2 ob – 3 w – 1 ob – 9 b – 10 w
R30: 11 w – 9 b – 1 ob – 2 w – 2 ob – 1 bl – 4 w
R31: 4 w – 3 ob – 1 b – 1 db – 1 ob – 9 b – 12 w
R32: 13 w – 8 b – 2 db – 1 b – 3 ob – 5 w
R33: 8 w – 3 b – 1 db – 7 b – 14 w
R34: 15 w – 10 b – 1 w – 3 ob – 5 w
R35: 5 w – 1 bl – 2 ob – 1 db – 1 ob – 9 b – 16 w
R36: 17 w – 9 b – 2 db – 3 ob – 5 w
R37: 6 w – 3 ob – 1 db – 1 ob – 8 b – 18 w
R38: 19 w – 8 b – 1 ob – 1 db – 9 w
R39: 10 w – 1 db – 1 ob – 7 b – 20 w
R40: 21 w – 7 b – 1 ob – 11 w
R41: 10 w – 1 db – 1 ob – 5 b – 1 db – 21 w
R42: 18 w – 3 b – 1 db – 5 b – 1 ob – 10 w
R43: 9 w – 1 db – 1 ob – 10 b – 16 w
R44: 15 w – 5 b – 1 db – 5 b – 1 ob – 9 w
R45: 9 w – 1 ob – 11 b – 14 w
R46: 13 w – 6 b – 1 db – 4 b – 1 ob – 9 w
R47: 9 w – 1 ob – 4 b – 1 db – 5 b – 13 w
R48: 12 w – 5 b – 1 db – 4 b – 1 db – 9 w
R49: 9 w – 1 db – 3 ob – 1 b – 2 db – 3 b – 12 w
R50: 11 w – 3 b – 1 db – 2 b – 4 ob – 9 w
R51: 8 w – 4 ob – 3 b – 1 db – 2 b – 11 w
R52: 10 w – 2 b – 1 db – 4 b – 1 ob – 3 db – 7 w
R53: 6 w – 1 db – 3 ob – 2 b – 1 bl – 2 b – 1 db – 1 b – 10 w
R54: 9 w – 4 b – 2 bl – 1 b – 4 ob – 1 db – 5 w
R55: 4 w – 1 db – 4 ob – 2 b – 1 bl – 2 b – 1 db – 1 b – 9 w
R56: 9 w – 8 b – 3 ob – 1 db – 3 w
R57: 3 w – 3 ob – 5 b – 1 ob – 1 b – 1 db – 1 b – 8 w
R58: 8 w – 3 b – 1 ob – 5 b – 1 ob – 2 bl – 2 w
R59: 2 w – 2 bl – 2 b – 1 bl – 6 b – 8 w
R60: 8 w – 5 b – 1 bl – 2 db – 3 bl – 1 w
R61: 1 w – 2 bl – 2 w – 1 db – 1 b – 1 ob – 3 b – 8 w
R62: 8 w – 3 b – 1 ob – 1 db – 5 w
R63: 5 w – 3 db – 9 w
R64: 16 w
R65: 15 w
R66: 14 w
R67: 13 w
R68: 12 w
R69: 11 w
R70: 10 w
R71: 9 w
R72: 8 w
R73: 7 w
R74: 6 w
R75: 5 w
R76: 4 w
R77: 3 w
R78: 2 w
R79: 1 w

Fun Facts About Dachshund

1. Dachshunds have three different coat types. They can have smooth, long or wire-haired coats. And somehow, all three look completely adorable! 
   
   
2. Their name has a funny meaning. Dachshund comes from German: Dachs means badger and Hund means dog. So basically, dachshund means “badger dog.”
   
   
3. They come in many different colours and patterns. From black and tan to chocolate, red, cream and dapple, there are lots of different dachshund looks. I think it would be very difficult to pick a favourite!
   
   
4. They have surprisingly big personalities. Dachshunds are small dogs, but they certainly don't seem to know that. They can be brave, curious and very determined. Maybe that is why they are sometimes called “big dogs in a small body.”
   
   
5. Dachshunds love to burrow. This is one of those things that makes perfect sense when you know what they were originally bred for: hunting badgers. But even today, many dachshunds love crawling under blankets, pillows or anything else they can squeeze themselves into. 

FAQ

Can I make this C2C Giraffe with a different yarn weight?

Yes, definitely! Keep in mind that using a different yarn weight can change the finished size of your project quite a bit. I recommend making a small swatch first to see how your yarn and hook combination affects the size before starting the entire project.

Can I sell finished projects made from this pattern?
Yes! Feel free to sell finished C2C Dachshund projects made from this pattern. I would really appreciate it if you credited Kate's Cozy Crochet as the pattern designer.

Can beginners make this pattern?
If you're already familiar with the basics of corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet, this pattern is beginner-friendly. If you're completely new to C2C, I recommend checking out my C2C tutorials before starting.

Can I use acrylic yarn for this C2C pattern?
Yes! Acrylic DK yarn works very well for C2C projects. You can also use cotton or another yarn weight, but keep in mind that this will affect the finished size.

Can I change the background colour?
Absolutely! The background is a great place to add your own personal touch. You can use any colour you like, depending on the look you're going for.

Finished your project?

Thank you for crocheting my C2C Dachshund! I hope it brings a smile to your face. If you make one, I'd love to see it on Instagram. Tag @katescozycrochet so I can admire your work and share it with the crochet community.

This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not copy, redistribute, or sell the pattern or graph itself. You are welcome to sell finished items made using this pattern. Credit to Kate's Cozy Crochet as the pattern designer is always appreciated.

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