Betty’s Crochet Coat Pattern

Description

Betty’s Christmas Sweater – Dog Coat Crochet Pattern

Originally designed for the Knitted Jumper Competition on Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas (Channel 4, Season 2), this fun and festive dog coat is modeled by Betty herself on TV!

This adaptable crochet pattern is designed to fit any dog shape, with instructions for five sizes (XS to XL). Simply try on as you go to get the perfect fit.

The coat is shaped to lie neatly over your dog’s back and fastens securely with a band under the tummy. It’s decorated with Christmas-themed floral squares, but you can use any colours you like.

Pattern Includes:

• UK and US crochet versions

• Written instructions, diagrams, and step-by-step photos

• Instant PDF download after purchase

Sizes (Back Length / Elbow to Elbow – Over the Back):

• XS: 29 cm / 41 cm

• S: 37.5 cm / 49.5 cm

• M: 46 cm / 58 cm

• L: 54.5 cm / 75 cm

• XL: 63 cm / 92 cm

Materials:

• 4.00 mm crochet hook

• Rowan Pure Wool Superwash DK:

  • Shamrock (023): 2(3,3,4,5) balls

  • Kiss (036): 2(3,3,4,5) balls

  • Gold (051): 1(1,1,1,2) balls

• Yarn needle

• Optional: open-ended stitch markers

Tension:

Make 1 floral square  it should measures 8.5 cm / 3⅓ in. Adjust hook size if needed to match.

Substitute yarn must match a knit tension of 22 sts and 28–30 rows to 10 cm (4 in) on 4 mm needles.

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