The Cozy Cable Knit Dog Hoodie Free Pattern

The Cozy Cable Knit Dog Hoodie Free Pattern

Keep your furry friend warm and stylish with this cozy cable knit dog hoodie, perfect for chilly walks. This pattern combines classic cable textures with a snug fit for ultimate canine comfort.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Back Panel

1. Begin by casting on 60 (70, 80) stitches using your US 8 (5mm) knitting needles.
2. Work in 2x2 ribbing (knit 2, purl 2) for 2 inches. This creates a stretchy and snug fit.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit one row, purl the next) and work even for 4 inches.
4. Now, begin the cable pattern:
• Row 1 (Right Side): Knit 4 stitches, then *C6F (cable 6 front), knit 6 stitches; repeat from * to the last 4 stitches, knit 4.
• Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches.
5. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until the piece measures 12 (14, 16) inches from the cast-on edge.
6. Shape the armholes:
• Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
• Then, decrease 1 stitch at each side every right side row 3 times.
7. Continue in pattern until the armhole measures 4 (5, 6) inches.
8. Bind off all stitches.

Front Panel

1. Repeat the back panel instructions until you reach the armhole shaping.
2. After shaping the armholes, work even until the piece measures 2 inches less than the back panel.
3. Shape the neck:
• Bind off the center 12 (14, 16) stitches.
• Work each side separately, decreasing 1 stitch at the neck edge every right side row 3 times.
4. Bind off the remaining stitches.

Hood

1. Pick up 40 (50, 60) stitches along the neck edge.
2. Work in stockinette stitch for 6 inches.
3. Bind off all stitches.

Finishing

1. Sew the side seams and attach the hood to the body of the hoodie.
2. If desired, add a buttonhole band for extra style and functionality.

Your cozy cable knit dog hoodie is now complete! Dress your furry friend in this stylish piece and enjoy those chilly walks together.