Hello, fellow yarn lovers! If you are looking for a quick, charming, and utterly adorable project, you are going to love this. Today, we are making a delightful crocheted dog bookmark that combines your love for reading with your favorite furry best friend.
This sweet little project works up in no time, makes a fantastic gift for bookworms and dog lovers alike, and is a wonderful way to use up yarn scraps. Grab your hooks, and let’s stitch up a cute companion for your next reading adventure!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Sport weight or light DK cotton yarn in main dog colors (brown, beige, black, or white) plus scraps for features. Cotton is ideal because it creates a flat, durable bookmark that won’t add bulk to your books.
- Crochet Hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm hook (use a smaller hook than the yarn calls for to ensure neat, firm stitches).
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, sharp scissors, and a pair of small black safety eyes or black embroidery floss for the nose and eyes.
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- Note: The bookmark base is worked in rows to create a sturdy, flat strap. The dog head and ears are worked separately and sewn on, or crocheted directly onto the top depending on your preference.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- The Bookmark Base: Ch 41. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc in each ch across. (40 sc). Turn.
- Base Edging: Ch 1, work 1 row of sc evenly down the length of the base to give it a clean, polished border. Sl st to join, fasten off, and weave in your starting tail.
- The Dog Head: Using your main dog color, make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring. Sl st to join in the first sc. (6 sc). Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (12 sc). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- The Ears (Make 2): Ch 5. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 sc in the final chain. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Assembly: Use your yarn needle to embroider a cute little nose and eyes onto the dog head using black embroidery floss. Sew the two floppy ears to the top sides of the head. Finally, securely attach the completed dog head to the top end of your bookmark base.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Block for Flatness: Lightly steam or block your finished bookmark so it lies completely flat before tucking it into a book.
- Choose Cotton: Stick to 100% cotton yarn so the bookmark is sturdy, washable, and won’t stretch out of shape over time.
- Personalize Your Pup: Change up the ear shape or yarn color to mimic your own dog—make floppy spaniel ears or pointy terrier ears!
- Care Instructions: If your bookmark gets dirty, hand wash it gently in lukewarm water with mild soap and lay it flat to air dry.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Prefer visual guidance? Follow along with the complete video tutorial below: