Knitting Tutorial: Garden Puppy in Blue Overalls and Pom-Pom Beret – Free Knitting Pattern.

This sweet garden puppy is a soft knitted toy with a brown head, long floppy ears, a white muzzle, glossy safety eyes, blue overalls, a yellow-and-blue striped shirt, a bright blue pom-pom beret, blue sandals, a woven-style flower basket, and a tiny crossbody pouch decorated with flowers.

 

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Finished Size

• Finished puppy height: about 10.5 in / 27 cm from feet to top of head, not including the pom-pom.
• Head width: about 4.25 in / 11 cm.
• Body height: about 5 in / 13 cm from neck to feet.
• Ear length: about 4.5 in / 11.5 cm each.
• Basket height: about 2 in / 5 cm.
• Skill level: confident beginner to intermediate.

Yarn and Materials

• Sport weight yarn: chocolate brown for head, ears, and spots.
• Sport weight yarn: warm white for muzzle, lower face, paws, and toes.
• Sport weight yarn: sky blue for overalls, beret, sandals, and accents.
• Sport weight yarn: soft yellow for striped shirt.
• Sport weight yarn: beige or jute tan for basket, pouch, straps, and sandal soles.
• Small yarn scraps: white, yellow, pink, purple, green, and blue for flowers and leaves.
• Needles: US size 2 / 2.75 mm double-pointed needles or circular needles for magic loop.
• Optional smaller needles: US size 1 / 2.25 mm for firm straps and tiny flowers.
• Safety eyes: two 10 mm glossy brown eyes.
• Safety nose: one 12 mm black oval nose, or black yarn for embroidery.
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
• Other tools: tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors, pins, row counter, small buttons, and strong sewing thread.

Gauge

Gauge is important because this toy needs firm fabric with no visible stuffing. Work a small stockinette swatch in the round before starting.

• Gauge: 28 sts and 38 rnds = 4 in / 10 cm in stockinette, lightly blocked.
• Recommended fabric: firm, smooth, and slightly dense.
• Adjust needle size: go down a size if stuffing shows through the stitches.

Abbreviations

• BO: bind off.
• CO: cast on.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• rnd: round.
• st / sts: stitch / stitches.
• kfb: knit into the front and back of the same stitch.
• k2tog: knit 2 stitches together.
• ssk: slip 1 knitwise, slip 1 knitwise, knit slipped stitches together through the back loops.
• M1L: make 1 left increase.
• M1R: make 1 right increase.
• St st: stockinette stitch; knit every round when working in the round.
• RS: right side.
• WS: wrong side.

Pattern Notes

• This pattern is worked mostly in the round for a smooth knitted toy finish.
• Stuff each piece gradually. Do not overstuff the face because the puppy needs a soft rounded expression.
• The puppy in the photo has a large rounded head, small body, long brown ears, white muzzle, and short plush legs.
• The clothing is knitted separately and sewn on, so the overalls and striped shirt look layered like the image.
• Use small backstitches and mattress stitch for neat assembly.
• All color changes should be twisted gently on the inside to prevent holes.

Body and Legs

The body is short, rounded, and hidden under the blue overalls. Start with two separate legs, join them, then shape the belly and chest.

Leg One

1. With warm white yarn, CO 8 sts and divide across needles.
2. Rnd 1: k all sts.
3. Rnd 2: kfb in each st around. 16 sts.
4. Rnd 3: k all sts.
5. Rnd 4: *k1, kfb; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
6. Rnds 5-7: k all sts.
7. Rnd 8: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 18 sts.
8. Rnds 9-12: k all sts.
9. Cut yarn and place sts on a holder.

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Leg Two

1. Work the same as Leg One, but do not cut yarn after Rnd 12.
2. Next rnd: k18 from Leg Two, CO 4 sts for the center crotch, k18 from Leg One, CO 4 sts for the back crotch. 44 sts.
3. Place marker at center back. This is the beginning of the round.

Lower Body

1. Rnds 1-4: k all sts. 44 sts.
2. Rnd 5: *k10, kfb; repeat from * around. 48 sts.
3. Rnds 6-14: k all sts.
4. Rnd 15: *k6, k2tog; repeat from * around. 42 sts.
5. Rnds 16-19: k all sts.
6. Rnd 20: *k5, k2tog; repeat from * around. 36 sts.
7. Rnds 21-23: k all sts.
8. Rnd 24: *k4, k2tog; repeat from * around. 30 sts.
9. Rnd 25: k all sts.
10. Rnd 26: *k3, k2tog; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
11. Stuff the legs firmly and the belly gently.
12. Rnd 27: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 18 sts.
13. Rnds 28-30: k all sts for the neck.
14. Leave sts live on a holder. The head will be sewn over this neck opening.

Head

The head is the largest part of the puppy. It has a rounded brown top, a white lower face, and a protruding oval muzzle centered below the eyes.

Brown Head Base

1. With chocolate brown yarn, CO 8 sts and divide across needles.
2. Rnd 1: k all sts.
3. Rnd 2: kfb in each st around. 16 sts.
4. Rnd 3: *k1, kfb; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 4: k all sts.
6. Rnd 5: *k2, kfb; repeat from * around. 32 sts.
7. Rnd 6: k all sts.
8. Rnd 7: *k3, kfb; repeat from * around. 40 sts.
9. Rnd 8: k all sts.
10. Rnd 9: *k4, kfb; repeat from * around. 48 sts.
11. Rnd 10: k all sts.
12. Rnd 11: *k5, kfb; repeat from * around. 56 sts.
13. Rnd 12: k all sts.
14. Rnd 13: *k6, kfb; repeat from * around. 64 sts.
15. Rnds 14-24: k all sts.

White Face Patch

The white face patch is worked by intarsia-style color changes across the front of the head. Keep the brown yarn for the sides and back.

1. Rnd 25: k20 brown, k24 white, k20 brown. 64 sts.
2. Rnd 26: k18 brown, k28 white, k18 brown.
3. Rnd 27: k16 brown, k32 white, k16 brown.
4. Rnd 28: k15 brown, k34 white, k15 brown.
5. Rnd 29: k14 brown, k36 white, k14 brown.
6. Rnds 30-34: k14 brown, k36 white, k14 brown.
7. Rnd 35: k15 brown, k34 white, k15 brown.
8. Rnd 36: k16 brown, k32 white, k16 brown.
9. Rnd 37: k18 brown, k28 white, k18 brown.
10. Rnd 38: k20 brown, k24 white, k20 brown.

Head Decreases

1. Rnd 39: with brown around the back and white across the front, *k6, k2tog; repeat from * around. 56 sts.
2. Rnd 40: k all sts, keeping face colors aligned.
3. Rnd 41: *k5, k2tog; repeat from * around. 48 sts.
4. Rnd 42: k all sts.
5. Insert eyes between Rnds 28 and 29, 10 sts apart, just above the white face patch curve.
6. Rnd 43: *k4, k2tog; repeat from * around. 40 sts.
7. Begin stuffing the head, shaping the cheeks round and full.
8. Rnd 44: *k3, k2tog; repeat from * around. 32 sts.
9. Rnd 45: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
10. Rnd 46: *k1, k2tog; repeat from * around. 16 sts.
11. Rnd 47: k2tog around. 8 sts.
12. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull closed, and secure.

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White Muzzle

The muzzle is an oval cushion sewn over the lower center of the white face. It should sit slightly proud, with the black nose placed at the upper center.

1. With warm white yarn, CO 8 sts and divide across needles.
2. Rnd 1: k all sts.
3. Rnd 2: kfb in each st around. 16 sts.
4. Rnd 3: *k1, kfb; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 4: k all sts.
6. Rnd 5: *k2, kfb; repeat from * around. 32 sts.
7. Rnds 6-10: k all sts.
8. Rnd 11: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
9. Rnd 12: k all sts.
10. Rnd 13: *k1, k2tog; repeat from * around. 16 sts.
11. Stuff lightly, keeping the muzzle oval rather than round.
12. Rnd 14: k2tog around. 8 sts.
13. Cut yarn, close the opening, and leave a long tail for sewing.

Nose and Mouth

• Place the black oval nose at the upper middle of the muzzle.
• If embroidering the nose, satin stitch a horizontal oval about 0.5 in / 1.3 cm wide.
• With black yarn, sew one straight vertical line from the bottom of the nose to the lower muzzle.
• Add one tiny brown stitch below the line to copy the small mouth detail in the photo.

Long Floppy Ears

The ears are long, soft, brown, and hang down both sides of the head. They are wider near the top and rounded at the lower ends.

1. Make 2.
2. With chocolate brown yarn, CO 10 sts.
3. Row 1: p all sts.
4. Row 2: kfb, k8, kfb. 12 sts.
5. Row 3: p all sts.
6. Row 4: kfb, k10, kfb. 14 sts.
7. Row 5: p all sts.
8. Row 6: kfb, k12, kfb. 16 sts.
9. Rows 7-16: work in St st, beginning with a purl row.
10. Row 17: k1, ssk, k10, k2tog, k1. 14 sts.
11. Row 18: p all sts.
12. Rows 19-34: work even in St st.
13. Row 35: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k1. 12 sts.
14. Row 36: p all sts.
15. Row 37: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
16. Row 38: p all sts.
17. Row 39: k1, ssk, k4, k2tog, k1. 8 sts.
18. Row 40: p all sts.
19. Row 41: k1, ssk, k2, k2tog, k1. 6 sts.
20. BO loosely.
21. Fold each ear lengthwise with RS facing out and lightly steam only if needed.

Arms and Paws

The puppy has short white paws with brown arm sections partly covered by the striped shirt sleeves. Shape each paw round and slightly chunky.

1. Make 2.
2. With warm white yarn, CO 8 sts and divide across needles.
3. Rnd 1: k all sts.
4. Rnd 2: kfb in each st around. 16 sts.
5. Rnds 3-6: k all sts.
6. Rnd 7: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 12 sts.
7. Change to chocolate brown yarn.
8. Rnds 8-15: k all sts.
9. Stuff the paw firmly and the upper arm lightly.
10. Rnd 16: *k1, k2tog; repeat from * around. 8 sts.
11. Cut yarn, thread through sts, pull closed, and leave a sewing tail.

Paw Details

• Using brown yarn, embroider three short curved claw lines on each white paw.
• Add one small brown oval spot on the outer side of each paw.
• Sew arms to the sides of the body at a slight downward angle.

Striped Yellow and Blue Shirt

The shirt sits under the overalls. It has a yellow base with narrow blue stripes, a high ribbed neck, and short sleeves visible under the straps.

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Shirt Body

1. With yellow yarn, CO 48 sts and join to work in the round.
2. Rnds 1-4: *k1, p1; repeat from * around for ribbing.
3. Rnds 5-6: k all sts with yellow.
4. Rnds 7-8: k all sts with blue.
5. Rnds 9-10: k all sts with yellow.
6. Rnds 11-12: k all sts with blue.
7. Rnds 13-14: k all sts with yellow.
8. Rnds 15-16: k all sts with blue.
9. Rnds 17-18: k all sts with yellow.
10. BO 8 sts for the first armhole, k16 front sts, BO 8 sts for second armhole, k16 back sts.
11. Place front and back sts on holders.

Shirt Front Yoke

1. Work across 16 front sts in yellow.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: k1, ssk, k10, k2tog, k1. 14 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k1. 12 sts.
6. Row 5: p all sts.
7. BO loosely.

Shirt Back Yoke

1. Work the back 16 sts the same as the front yoke.
2. Sew shoulder edges together, leaving a neck opening wide enough to slip over the body before attaching the head.

Short Sleeves

1. Make 2.
2. With yellow yarn, pick up and knit 20 sts evenly around one armhole.
3. Rnd 1: k all sts.
4. Rnd 2: k all sts with blue.
5. Rnd 3: k all sts with blue.
6. Rnd 4: k all sts with yellow.
7. Rnd 5: k all sts with yellow.
8. Rnd 6: *k1, p1; repeat from * around with yellow.
9. Rnd 7: repeat ribbing.
10. BO in rib.

Blue Overalls

The overalls are bright blue and cover most of the body. They include rounded legs, a bib, straps, small buttons, and a flower-embroidered front pocket.

Overall Legs

1. Make 2.
2. With sky blue yarn, CO 24 sts and join in the round.
3. Rnds 1-3: *k1, p1; repeat from * around for the rolled cuff edge.
4. Rnds 4-14: k all sts.
5. Cut yarn on first leg only. Keep second leg active.

Join Overall Legs

1. From active leg, k24 sts, CO 4 sts for crotch, k24 sts from first leg, CO 4 sts for back crotch. 56 sts.
2. Rnds 1-12: k all sts.
3. Rnd 13: *k12, k2tog; repeat from * around. 52 sts.
4. Rnds 14-18: k all sts.
5. Rnd 19: *k11, k2tog; repeat from * around. 48 sts.
6. Rnds 20-22: k all sts.
7. BO 18 sts for back opening, k30 sts for front bib base.
8. Continue on the 30 front sts only.

Front Bib

1. Row 1: p all sts. 30 sts.
2. Row 2: k1, ssk, k24, k2tog, k1. 28 sts.
3. Row 3: p all sts.
4. Row 4: k1, ssk, k22, k2tog, k1. 26 sts.
5. Rows 5-12: work in St st.
6. Row 13: k1, ssk, k20, k2tog, k1. 24 sts.
7. Row 14: p all sts.
8. Rows 15-20: work in St st.
9. BO loosely.

Overall Straps

1. Make 2.
2. With sky blue yarn, CO 6 sts.
3. Rows 1-34: k all sts for garter stitch straps.
4. BO and leave a long sewing tail.
5. Sew straps from the back waist, crossing slightly over the shoulders, to the front bib.
6. Sew one small beige button at the front end of each strap.

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Front Pocket

1. With sky blue yarn, CO 12 sts.
2. Rows 1-2: k all sts.
3. Rows 3-10: work in St st.
4. Row 11: k all sts.
5. BO.
6. Sew the pocket to the upper center of the bib, leaving the top edge slightly open.

Pocket Flowers

• Use green yarn to embroider three tiny stems on the pocket.
• Add white, pink, and yellow French-knot flowers above the stems.
• Keep the flowers small so the pocket remains visible.

Blue Pom-Pom Beret

The beret sits tilted to one side, just like the image. It is wide, soft, and gathered at the top with a small fluffy pom-pom.

1. With sky blue yarn, CO 48 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnds 1-5: *k2, p2; repeat from * around for ribbed brim.
3. Rnd 6: *k3, kfb; repeat from * around. 60 sts.
4. Rnd 7: k all sts.
5. Rnd 8: *k4, kfb; repeat from * around. 72 sts.
6. Rnds 9-15: k all sts.
7. Rnd 16: *k10, k2tog; repeat from * around. 66 sts.
8. Rnd 17: k all sts.
9. Rnd 18: *k9, k2tog; repeat from * around. 60 sts.
10. Rnd 19: *k8, k2tog; repeat from * around. 54 sts.
11. Rnd 20: *k7, k2tog; repeat from * around. 48 sts.
12. Rnd 21: *k6, k2tog; repeat from * around. 42 sts.
13. Rnd 22: *k5, k2tog; repeat from * around. 36 sts.
14. Rnd 23: *k4, k2tog; repeat from * around. 30 sts.
15. Rnd 24: *k3, k2tog; repeat from * around. 24 sts.
16. Rnd 25: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around. 18 sts.
17. Rnd 26: *k1, k2tog; repeat from * around. 12 sts.
18. Rnd 27: k2tog around. 6 sts.
19. Cut yarn, pull through remaining sts, and close.
20. Make a 1 in / 2.5 cm pom-pom and sew it firmly to the top center.

Sandals

The sandals are blue with beige soles. Each sandal shows the white toes at the front and a small daisy on the blue upper strap.

Beige Soles

1. Make 2.
2. With beige yarn, CO 8 sts.
3. Row 1: k all sts.
4. Row 2: kfb, k6, kfb. 10 sts.
5. Rows 3-12: k all sts.
6. Row 13: ssk, k6, k2tog. 8 sts.
7. Row 14: k all sts.
8. BO.

Blue Sandal Uppers

1. Make 2.
2. With sky blue yarn, CO 18 sts.
3. Rows 1-4: k all sts.
4. BO.
5. Sew each blue strip across the top of one white foot, securing the strip under the beige sole edges.
6. Sew each beige sole to the bottom of one foot using small hidden stitches.

Sandal Daisies

• On each sandal, embroider five small white lazy-daisy petals near the outer side.
• Add one yellow French knot in the center.
• Keep the flowers flat so the puppy can stand or sit neatly.

Flower Basket

The basket is small, tan, and textured to look woven. It sits beside the puppy and holds colorful garden flowers.

Basket Base and Sides

1. With beige yarn, CO 12 sts.
2. Rows 1-6: k all sts for a garter rectangle.
3. Pick up 6 sts along side edge, 12 sts along cast-on edge, and 6 sts along second side edge. 36 sts total.
4. Join in the round.
5. Rnd 1: k all sts.
6. Rnd 2: *k2, p2; repeat from * around.
7. Rnd 3: k all sts.
8. Rnd 4: *p2, k2; repeat from * around.
9. Repeat Rnds 1-4 three more times for woven texture.
10. Rnd 17: k all sts.
11. BO loosely.

Basket Handle

1. With beige yarn, CO 4 sts.
2. Work I-cord for 8 in / 20 cm.
3. BO and sew each end to opposite sides of the basket.
4. Bend the handle into a soft arch.

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Basket Flowers

• Make 12 small flower stems using green yarn I-cord or twisted embroidery thread.
• For each flower, CO 5 sts with scrap yarn, BO, roll into a tiny bud, and sew to a stem.
• Use white, yellow, purple, pink, blue, and cream to match the bouquet in the photo.
• Add several green lazy-daisy leaves around the flowers.
• Sew or glue the lower stems inside the basket so the bouquet looks full and upright.

Crossbody Pouch

The pouch is tiny, beige, and hangs across the puppy’s body by a thin strap. It has a small floral embroidery on the front.

Pouch Body

1. With beige yarn, CO 14 sts.
2. Rows 1-2: k all sts.
3. Rows 3-14: work in St st.
4. Rows 15-16: k all sts.
5. BO.
6. Make a second matching piece.
7. Sew side and bottom edges together, leaving the top open.

Pouch Flap

1. With beige yarn, CO 14 sts.
2. Rows 1-4: k all sts.
3. Row 5: ssk, k10, k2tog. 12 sts.
4. Row 6: k all sts.
5. BO.
6. Sew the straight edge to the back top of the pouch and fold it over the front.

Pouch Strap

1. With beige yarn, CO 3 sts.
2. Work I-cord for 14 in / 35.5 cm.
3. BO.
4. Sew one end to each side of the pouch.
5. Place the strap from one shoulder to the opposite hip, crossing over the overalls.

Pouch Embroidery

• With green yarn, embroider one short stem and two leaves on the flap.
• Add one pink flower and one yellow center using tiny straight stitches.
• Use small stitches so the flower looks delicate and handmade.

Facial Expression and Eye Highlights

The puppy’s face should look gentle and slightly curious. The eyes are large and glossy, with small stitched highlights around them.

• Use white embroidery thread to add a small crescent highlight beside each safety eye.
• Use brown yarn to add a tiny lower eyelid stitch under each eye.
• Do not pull the stitches too tightly, or the eyes will sink too deeply.
• Pin the muzzle before sewing so it sits centered between the eyes and lower face.

Assembly Order

1. Dress the body in the striped shirt before attaching the head.
2. Slip the blue overalls over the shirt and body, then sew them in place at the back waist and shoulder straps.
3. Sew the head to the neck using a firm circular seam.
4. Sew the muzzle to the lower face and embroider the nose line and tiny mouth.
5. Attach the ears to the sides of the head between Rnds 18 and 23, angled downward.
6. Sew arms to the sides of the upper body, with paws pointing slightly forward.
7. Add sandals to the feet and secure the sole edges neatly.
8. Place the beret at a tilted angle and secure it with invisible stitches.
9. Add the pouch strap across the chest and sew the pouch near the lower side.
10. Place the basket beside one paw, or tack it lightly to the paw for display.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the head angle before making the final stitches. The puppy should face forward with the ears falling evenly on both sides. The white muzzle should be centered, softly stuffed, and smooth.

• Shape the cheeks with your fingers after stuffing.
• Use a long needle to gently indent the eye area if needed.
• Sew the ears slightly behind the eye line for the same floppy look as the image.
• Add the black nose last so it sits cleanly on top of the muzzle.
• Secure all accessories with matching yarn or thread.

Care Notes

• Spot clean only with a damp cloth and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if safety eyes, buttons, or glued flower pieces are used.
• Let the toy air dry flat, away from direct sunlight.
• Gently reshape the beret, ears, and basket while damp.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Both eyes are even and secure.
• The muzzle is centered and lightly stuffed.
• The ears hang symmetrically and reach below the shoulders.
• The overalls cover the body and legs neatly.
• The striped shirt sleeves show under the overall straps.
• The beret sits tilted with the pom-pom firmly attached.
• The sandals show white toes and small daisy details.
• The basket and pouch have visible floral decorations.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the puppy in a dry place with good airflow. Keep it away from strong sunlight because blue and brown yarns may fade over time.

For long-term display, support the basket and pouch so the straps do not stretch. If dust collects on the flowers, use a soft dry brush and clean gently from the center outward.

• Refresh the pom-pom by rolling it softly between your palms.
• Do not pull loose flower stitches; weave them back with a tapestry needle.
• Keep the toy away from pets and very young children if small parts are attached.
• Wrap in acid-free tissue paper if storing for a long period.