Dog Gift Card Buddy
Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Dog Gift Card Buddy turns a simple gift card into something extra special. Cute, cozy, and reusable, it’s the perfect little keepsake for birthdays, a thank you, or just because. Slip in a gift card, note, or cash surprise for a tail-wagging presentation!
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
This crochet pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms, complete with clear instructions and video tutorial to help you along the way. Dog Gift Card Buddy is crocheted in the round/continuous spirals without joining the rounds. I suggest using a stitch marker or different color yarn to keep track of each round. Dog Gift Card Buddy is approximately 3 inches tall when crocheted in super bulky (6) chenille yarn or bulky (5) yarn. Be aware that size may vary depending on the yarn and hook size used. Gauge is not particularly important, just be consistent with the tension you are using. And most importantly, have fun!
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Video Tutorial
Birthday
May 19, 2026
Likes
Making People Smile
Dislikes
Being Forgotten At Home
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Dog Gift Card Buddy Pattern Essentials
Supplies
- Super Bulky (6) Weight Yarn
- Premier Parfait Chunky (~29 yards/22 grams)
- Bulky (5) Weight Yarn
- Lion Brand Feels Like Bliss (~32 yards/29 grams)
- H (5.00mm) crochet hook (Super Bulky (6) Weight Yarn)
- K (6.5mm) crochet hook (Bulky (5) Weight Yarn)
- 14mm safety eyes
- 18mm safety nose
- Yarn/Embroidery needle
- Scissors
- Locking Stitch Markers (optional)
- Measuring Tape (optional)
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Techniques
- Slipknot and Chain
- Single Crochet
- Single Crochet Increase
- Single Crochet Decrease (I like to use an invisible decrease)
- Half Double Crochet
- Double Crochet
- Fasten Off
- Seamless Join
Abbreviations
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts – stitch(es)
- inc – increase (add 2 single crochet stitches into a stitch)
- dec – decrease (join 2 single crochet stitches into 1)
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- ch – chain
- R1- round 1
- ( ) – repeat this group of stitches
- flo – front loop only
- blo – back loop only
Dog Gift Card Buddy Pattern Example
If a line is written with a single “inc”, “dec” or “sc” – make one single crochet increase, decrease, or single crochet into one stitch only.
(inc, sc) 6 times {18 sts}
(2 single crochets in one stitch, then single crochet in the next stitch) – repeat that sequence a total of 6 times for a total of 18 stitches
(dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}
(join 2 single crochets into 1, and then single crochet in next 2 stitches) – repeat that sequence a total of 6 times for a total of 18 stitches
Right Hand Dog Gift Card Buddy Crochet Along Video Tutorial
Left Hand Dog Gift Card Buddy Crochet Along Video Tutorial
Full Free Pattern Below↓
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Make 2
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Using color of choice
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Make a slipknot with a long tail and chain 6
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R1: dc in the 3rd chain from the hook, dc in next 2 chains, hdc in last chain {4 sts}
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Fasten off and leave a long tail. Make two ears total and set aside.
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If you like Dog Gift Card Buddy, make sure to check out my Cat Gift Card Buddy Free Crochet Pattern.