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The Puppy Babi Lovey is the perfect combination of a cuddly toy and a comforting security blanket, ideal for babies and toddlers. This adorable crochet lovey features a soft puppy head attached to a granny square blanket, creating a soothing companion for little ones.

The Puppy Babi Lovey is an excellent project for intermediate crocheters or adventurous beginners looking to make a handmade gift.

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In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through each step of creating your own Puppy Babi Lovey using basic crochet stitches. The pattern is customizable, so you can choose your favorite colors and yarn to make it truly unique.

Materials Needed for the Puppy Babi Lovey

To create your Puppy Babi Lovey, gather the following materials:

  • Yarn: Choose soft, worsted-weight yarn (category 4) in the following colors:
    • Main Color (MC): 100-150 grams (for the blanket).
    • Puppy Color: 50-75 grams (for the head, ears, and paws).
    • Optional: Contrasting color for accents like the puppy’s ears and spots.
  • Crochet Hook: Size 4mm (G-6) or 4.5mm (7), depending on your yarn choice.
  • Polyester Fiberfill: For stuffing the puppy’s head.
  • Safety Eyes: 8-12mm (or you can embroider the eyes).
  • Tapestry Needle: For sewing parts together and weaving in ends.
  • Scissors: For trimming yarn.
  • Stitch Marker: Optional, to mark the beginning of each round.

Choose soft yarn that’s gentle on babies’ skin, such as cotton or baby acrylic yarn, and select your favorite colors for the puppy and blanket.

Stitches Used in the Pattern

  • Magic Ring (MR)
  • Chain (CH)
  • Slip Stitch (SL ST)
  • Single Crochet (SC)
  • Half Double Crochet (HDC)
  • Double Crochet (DC)
  • Increase (INC): 2 stitches worked into the same stitch.
  • Decrease (DEC): Working 2 stitches together to decrease.

This pattern uses simple crochet stitches to create the puppy head and blanket. We’ll work the blanket using the classic granny square technique and create the puppy’s head and paws separately, then attach them at the end.

Step-by-Step Instructions for the Puppy Babi Lovey

The Puppy Babi Lovey consists of two main parts: the puppy head and the blanket. The head is crocheted first, followed by the ears, paws, and blanket. Once all the pieces are complete, they are sewn together to create the lovey.

Part 1: Crocheting the Puppy’s Head

  1. Start with a Magic Ring using the yarn color you’ve chosen for the puppy.
  2. Round 1: Work 6 single crochets (SC) into the magic ring.
    • Total: 6 SC
  3. Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around (increase in every stitch).
    • Total: 12 SC
  4. Round 3: Work 1 SC in the next stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch (increase), repeat around.
    • Total: 18 SC
  5. Round 4: Work 1 SC in the next 2 stitches, 2 SC in the next stitch (increase), repeat around.
    • Total: 24 SC
  6. Rounds 5-10: Work 1 SC in each stitch around.
    • Total: 24 SC
  7. Round 11: Work 1 SC in the next 2 stitches, SC 2 together (SC DEC), repeat around.
    • Total: 18 SC
  8. Round 12: Work 1 SC in the next stitch, SC 2 together (SC DEC), repeat around.
    • Total: 12 SC

Stuff the head with fiberfill before continuing to decrease.

  1. Round 13: Work SC 2 together (SC DEC) in each stitch around.
    • Total: 6 SC

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing the head to the blanket later.

Part 2: Crocheting the Ears (Make 2)

  1. Start with a Magic Ring using the same yarn color as the head or a contrasting color for the ears.
  2. Round 1: Work 6 SC into the magic ring.
    • Total: 6 SC
  3. Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around.
    • Total: 12 SC
  4. Rounds 3-5: Work 1 SC in each stitch around.
    • Total: 12 SC

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing the ears onto the head.

Part 3: Crocheting the Puppy’s Paws (Make 4)

  1. Start with a Magic Ring using the same yarn color as the head.
  2. Round 1: Work 6 SC into the magic ring.
    • Total: 6 SC
  3. Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around.
    • Total: 12 SC
  4. Rounds 3-6: Work 1 SC in each stitch around.
    • Total: 12 SC

Stuff the paws lightly with fiberfill. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing the paws onto the blanket later.

Part 4: Crocheting the Blanket

The blanket is worked in a classic granny square pattern, using the yarn color you’ve chosen for the blanket.

  1. Start with a Magic Ring using your main blanket color.
  2. Round 1: Work 3 double crochets (DC), chain 2, repeat 3 more times into the ring to create four groups of 3 DC. Join with a slip stitch (SL ST) to the first DC to close the round.
    • Total: 12 DC, with 4 chain spaces (corners)
  3. Round 2: Slip stitch to the next chain-2 space. Work 3 DC, chain 2, 3 DC into each chain-2 space from the previous round (this creates the corners).
    • Join with a SL ST to the first DC to close the round.
  4. Round 3: Continue working in the granny square pattern by working 3 DC, chain 2, 3 DC in each chain-2 corner space, and 3 DC in each space between corner clusters.
  5. Rounds 4-12: Continue working in the granny square pattern, repeating the process in each corner and space between clusters, until the blanket reaches your desired size (approximately 12-18 inches).

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Part 5: Assembling the Puppy Lovey

Now that all the parts are crocheted, it’s time to assemble your Puppy Babi Lovey.

  1. Attach the Head: Use the long tail left from the head to sew it securely to the center of the blanket. Make sure it’s centered and tightly sewn in place.
  2. Attach the Ears: Position the ears on either side of the head and sew them securely in place.
  3. Attach the Paws: Sew the four paws to the corners of the blanket, one on each corner, for a playful and cuddly look.

Optional: Adding Facial Details

You can customize your Puppy Babi Lovey by adding cute facial details like eyes, a nose, and a mouth.

  1. Safety Eyes: If using safety eyes, insert them between Rounds 5 and 6 of the head, spaced evenly apart.
  2. Embroider the Eyes and Nose (Optional): If you prefer, you can embroider the eyes and nose using black yarn.
  3. Mouth: Use black or pink yarn to embroider a small, smiling mouth below the eyes.

Finishing the Puppy Babi Lovey

  1. Weave in Ends: Use a tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends, making sure all parts are securely sewn together.
  2. Shaping: Gently shape the head, ears, and paws to give the lovey a finished look. Adjust the fiberfill if necessary.

Customizing Your Puppy Babi Lovey

There are many ways to customize your Puppy Babi Lovey to fit your style and preferences.

Change the Colors

Use different colors for the puppy’s body, ears, and blanket to match the nursery or to create a playful design. You can even make a multi-colored blanket by alternating yarn colors every few rounds.

Add Patterns

For added fun, you can crochet small spots or patches in contrasting colors to sew onto the puppy’s body or blanket.

Common Questions About the Puppy Babi Lovey

How big should the blanket be?
The blanket size for a lovey is typically around 12-18 inches, but you can adjust the size by adding or subtracting granny square rounds.

Can I use different yarn types?
Yes! You can use different types of yarn, but make sure to choose soft, baby-friendly yarns like cotton or acrylic. Avoid yarns with loose fibers or anything that could be a choking hazard.

How do I care for the Puppy Babi Lovey?
Most loveys made with acrylic or cotton yarn can be machine washed on a gentle cycle and air-dried. Be sure to check the care instructions on your yarn label.