King Cole 4115 Knitting Pattern Christmas Dog Coats Knit in King Cole DK,Multicolor,XXL

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Christmas isn't the same without Tinsel and nobody does Tinsel quite like King Cole. There are over 50 Tinsel patterns to choose from to make your holidays just that little bit more festive. During the cold months, it is important to remember that even though your dog may be wearing a sweater, it can get frostbite. Always observe your dog’s behaviour and watch out for symptoms of hypothermia, including: Our free knitting pattern has been designed by knitwear designer Debbie Bliss and is taken from her popular knitting book Woolly Woofers which contains 20 cute knitwear designs for dogs, but we've chosen this festive Santa dog coat to share as it's full of Christmas cheer. With 4mm needles and D, cast on 40 sts. 1st row K to end. 2nd row K5, [m1, k1, m1, k9] 3 times, m1, k1, m1, k4. 48 sts. 3rd row K5, [m1, k1, m1, k11] 3 times, m1, k1, m1, k6. 56 sts. 4th row K7, [m1, k1, m1, k13] 3 times, m1, k1, m1, k6. 64 sts. Cast off and inc on this row as before. Join the row ends. Prong Continue to work in 2×2 ribbing – (for size medium only – increase 1 st at each end of this first row).

Although every dog sweater pattern recommends specific yarns for the project, you should consider a few things before starting:

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You may think you are helping your pup, but sweaters are not for all dogs. If your dog freezes in place, do not force them to wear a sweater. To get your dog used to wearing a sweater, let them wear it in the house for short periods of time. Many dogs can benefit from a sweater or coat on a cold winter day. Small dogs and dogs with short hair are more susceptible to the cold. Since it is hard to find the perfect sweater for your dog, why not knit one yourself? Step 7. Knit 2 stitches together on both sides of the belly section. Knit 4 rounds and repeat this again. Knit 4 - 6 more rounds (adjust length to suit your dog!). We have Christmas patterns in various weights such as Double Knitting, Chunky and Fashion Yarns. With new patterns released every year we are constantly updating our range with patterns that are great fun to make.

Choose a fiber that has some elasticity. Yarn that is "flat" or without any spring to it may stretch out of shape.Not only does this DIY dog sweater look amazing, it will keep Fido feeling warm and cozy. This tutorial is great for beginners because it uses only the knit and purl pattern. Are dog sweaters for males and females knitted in the same way?

Have you started on your Christmas knitting yet? Don't forget the dog! Just like everyone needs a Christmas jumper so does your canine companion and this free knitting pattern dog Christmas jumper is perfect!

Step 8. Knit the last 2 cm of the belly section in a ribbed pattern so that the sweater fits snugly. Bind off the belly section. Senior pups and those with health conditions can benefit from a sweater. Cold weather can make arthritis pain worse. Wearing a sweater will help keep their joints warm. Sweaters are also a great choice for dogs that have hair loss. A sweater will keep them warm while protecting their skin. Dog sweaters for males and females are basically the same. The only difference being that for males, the cutout on the belly needs to be deeper. You can achieve this by casting the stitches off a bit earlier in this area. What kind of yarn should I use for my DIY dog sweater? At this point your DIY dog sweater is ready but why stop there when you can add some embellishments. There are many ways you can do that! We suggest adding pom-poms. Making your own pom-poms is easy and they are perfect for sprucing up your dog sweater. Maybe add some pom-poms to your own Christmas sweater for a matching look. Make your own pom-poms without a pom-pom maker Do you wonder if your dog needs to wear a sweater? Dog sweaters are not just cute, but they also help keep your pup warm. Below are a few interesting facts about dog sweaters.

There are so many adorable dog sweater knitting patterns available, there is one for your best friend. This project was originally designed for use with Debbie Bliss Blue Faced Leicester Aran which is a soft, cashmere like fleece that has a silky feel that will feel comfortable on your dog. However you can use a suitable alternative that is equally as comfy such as Debbie Bliss Rialto Aran or Wool and The Gang The One Merino. Feeling in the festive mood? Find more Christmas ideas here or get your needles out and try one of our free Christmas knitting patterns.Pull a length of yarn through the pom-pom and knot it tightly. Snip the cardboard rings and remove.