Description

This simple crochet dog bandana is a calming project that you can make for your dog or as a thoughtful gift for a friend. The bandana is constructed with half double crochet stitches, creating a soft triangle that comfortably fits around the dog’s neck.

Ingredients

Worsted weight yarn, weight 4 medium, about 65 yards total (or 38 grams) from one 170-yard, 100 g skein
H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Small scissors
Tape measure
One optional stitch marker

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Instructions

Make a slip knot and chain 3.
Row 1: Work 2 half double crochet (hdc) in the second chain from the hook.
Row 2: Chain 1 to turn, work 2 hdc in the first stitch, then 1 hdc in the last stitch.
Row 3: Chain 1 to turn, work 2 hdc in the first stitch, 1 hdc in the next stitch, and 2 hdc in the last stitch.
Row 4: Chain 1 to turn, work 2 hdc in the first stitch, 1 hdc in each stitch across, and 2 hdc in the last stitch.
Continue the same row pattern until you have 21 hdc in Row 11.
For Row 12, chain 1 to turn. Work 2 hdc in the first stitch, 1 hdc in each stitch across, and 2 hdc in the last stitch.
For Row 13, chain 1 to turn. Repeat the same increase pattern, working 2 hdc in the first stitch, 1 hdc across, and 2 hdc in the last stitch.
Finish the last row with a slip stitch in the next stitch after the final hdc.
Cut the yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail, and pull the tail through the loop.
Weave in the ends with the yarn needle.
Measure the finished piece; it should be about 8 inches wide by 5 inches deep.

Notes

The finished bandana should fit snugly but comfortably around the dog's neck, and it is important to supervise while the dog is wearing the bandana to prevent chewing.

Cook Time: 120 minutes