Intro
Crochet a cheerful Surf Coast Puppy: sandy-cream dog with floppy ears, striped sea-blue tee, coral skater skirt, white-and-blue sneakers, tie-dye bucket hat, crossbody pouch, mini surfboard with leash, sunglasses, beach towel, and sunscreen bottle.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Materials

• Yarn (Worsted/Category 4, cotton or matte acrylic for crisp stitches):
  1. A. Sandy cream (head, body, limbs) ~170 g
  2. B. Light caramel (ear/spot accents, nose) ~30 g
  3. C. Sea blue (tee stripes, sneakers, bag, surfboard accents) ~70 g
  4. D. White (tee stripes, sneakers, towel stripes) ~80 g
  5. E. Coral/salmon (skater skirt) ~60 g
  6. F. Pastel variegated (bucket hat—mint/lemon/peach/sky) ~50 g
  7. G. Black (sunglasses, face embroidery) small amount
  8. H. Pale yellow + orange (sunscreen bottle) small amounts
  9. I. Soft gray (surfboard base) ~25 g
  10. J. Beige (towel border) small amount
• Hooks: 3.25 mm (D/3) for amigurumi; 3.5 mm (E/4) for clothing/props; 2.5 mm for accessories details (optional)
• 12 mm safety eyes (1 pair)
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Stitch markers, tapestry needle, straight pins
• Cardboard/foam ovals for sneaker soles (optional)
• Thin elastic cord or black yarn for surfboard leash
• Small magnets (optional) to help hands hold accessories

Finished height: ~29–31 cm (11.5–12.25 in) standing.

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Abbreviations (US)

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• inc – increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec – invisible decrease
• BLO / FLO – back loop only / front loop only
• [ … ] – repeat the sequence inside brackets
• ( … ) – stitch count at end of round/row

Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
• Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
• Stuff firmly for a smooth, photo-real silhouette.

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Shape & Placement Guide (for accuracy)

• Head is a rounded oval with slightly extended muzzle; eyes sit wide apart.
• Ears are long ovals sewn low, hanging to the jawline.
• Body is compact and cylindrical with slight hip widening for skirt balance.
• Sneakers are chunky with white toe, colored quarters, and laces.
• Tee has even 2-row stripes; skirt is short, full, and sits at the waist.
• Bucket hat has a generous brim with soft downward curve.

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Head (Yarn A, 3.25 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [sc, inc] ×6 (18)
4. [2 sc, inc] ×6 (24)
5. [3 sc, inc] ×6 (30)
6. [4 sc, inc] ×6 (36)
7. [5 sc, inc] ×6 (42)
   8–12. sc around (42)
8. [6 sc, inc] ×6 (48)
9. sc around (48)
10. [6 sc, dec] ×6 (42)
11. sc around (42)
    Place 12 mm safety eyes between Rnds 12–13, 11–12 sts apart.
12. [5 sc, dec] ×6 (36)
13. [4 sc, dec] ×6 (30) – begin stuffing; firm at cheeks.
14. [3 sc, dec] ×6 (24)
15. [2 sc, dec] ×6 (18)
16. [sc, dec] ×6 (12)
17. dec ×6 (6). FO and close.

Muzzle (A, worked separately):

1. Ch 7; starting in 2nd ch from hook: sc 5, 3 sc in last; rotate to underside: sc 4, inc (14)
2. inc, sc 4, inc ×3, sc 4, inc ×2 (20)
   3–4. sc around (20)
3. [3 sc, dec] ×4 (16) – lightly stuff. FO long tail.
   Sew centered 2 rounds below eyes. With B (caramel), embroider a round nose and a small smile; with G add a micro line under nose if desired.

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Ears (Make 2, A with B edging)

1. With A, MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [sc, inc] ×6 (18)
   4–8. sc around (18)
4. [sc, dec] ×6 (12)
5. sc around (12)
   Flatten; sc through both layers across 6 sts to close. Switch to B and sl st evenly along the curved outer edge for a soft contrast. Leave long tail.
   Attach low on the head at Rnds 8–9, dropping to the jawline.

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Body (Yarn A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [sc, inc] ×6 (18)
4. [2 sc, inc] ×6 (24)
5. [3 sc, inc] ×6 (30)
   6–8. sc around (30)
6. [4 sc, inc] ×6 (36)
   10–12. sc around (36)
7. [5 sc, inc] ×6 (42)
   14–15. sc around (42)
8. [5 sc, dec] ×6 (36)
9. [4 sc, dec] ×6 (30)
10. sc around (30)
11. [3 sc, dec] ×6 (24)
12. sc around (24), FO leaving long tail.

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Arms (Make 2, Yarn A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [3 sc, inc] ×3 (15)
   4–6. sc around (15)
4. [3 sc, dec] ×3 (12)
   8–12. sc around (12)
5. Flatten opening; sc through both layers across 6 sts. FO long tail.
   Stuff lightly from palm to mid-arm only. Sew to body between Rnds 14–15, a little forward so the bag and surfboard rest naturally.

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Legs & Sneakers (A for legs, D & C for sneakers)

Leg tubes (make 2):

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [sc, inc] ×6 (18)
   4–9. sc around (18)
   FO first leg. Work second leg and do not FO.

Join legs: ch 3; attach to first leg with sc; sc around first leg (18), sc across 3 ch, sc around second leg (18), sc across other side of ch (42).
Next rnd: sc around (42)
Next: [5 sc, dec] ×6 (36)
Next: sc around (36)
FO. Stuff legs and lower belly. Ladder stitch body to the top edge.

Sneaker sole (D):

1. Ch 9; sc in 2nd ch from hook 7, 3 sc in last; rotate, sc 6, inc (18)
2. inc, sc 6, inc ×3, sc 6, inc ×2 (24)
3. BLO sc around (24)

Walls & toe (D):
4. sc around (24)
5. sc 7, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 5 (22)
6. sc 6, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 6 (20)

Quarter color (C):
7. Switch to C; sc around (20)
8. Tongue: ch 1, turn, sc 8 across front center, ch1 turn, sc 8, ch1 turn, sc 8; FO.
Back to round work: reattach at side, sc around remaining 12 sts to form heel cup.
Laces: with D, chain a long tie and thread through two tiny eyelets (use yarn needle) then tie a bow.
Repeat for second shoe. (Optional: insert cut foam/cardboard oval inside each sole for structure.)

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Neck Join

Pin the head centrally to the body opening. Ladder stitch securely with Yarn A. Add final stuffing before closing.

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Sea-Stripe Tee (Yarns C & D, 3.5 mm)

Top is worked top-down in the round. Stripes are 2 rounds per color—start with C.

Neckband:

1. Ch 40, join without twist (40).
2. sc around (40).

Yoke shaping (alternate colors every two rounds):
3. With C: [4 sc, inc] ×8 (48)
4. With C: sc around (48)
5. With D: [7 sc, inc] ×6 (54)
6. With D: sc around (54)
7. With C: [8 sc, inc] ×6 (60)

Divide sleeves:
8. With C: sc 12, ch 6 skip 12 (first sleeve), sc 18, ch 6 skip 12 (second sleeve), sc 12 (48 + underarm chains)
9–13. Continue striping; sc around (60).
14. Hem: with D work 1 rnd sc, slip alternating for a subtle rolled edge. FO and weave ends.

Mini sleeves:
Join matching color at each armhole.
Rnd 1: sc around the 12 skipped sts + 6 underarm sts (18).
Rnd 2: sc around (18).
Rnd 3: with next stripe color: [sc, dec] ×6 (12).
Rnd 4: sc around (12), sl st, FO.

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Coral Skater Skirt (Yarn E, 3.5 mm)

Waistband:

1. Ch 30, join (28–30 sts snug).
2. sc around (30)

Flare:
3. FLO [sc, inc] ×15 (45)
4. [2 sc, inc] ×15 (60)
5–6. sc around (60)
7. [9 sc, inc] ×6 (66)
8–9. sc around (66)
10. [10 sc, inc] ×6 (72)
11–12. sc around (72), FO.
Steam lightly to encourage drape. Skirt sits just over the tee’s hem.

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Tie-Dye Bucket Hat (Yarn F, 3.5 mm)

Crown:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. [sc, inc] ×6 (18)
4. [2 sc, inc] ×6 (24)
5. [3 sc, inc] ×6 (30)
6. [4 sc, inc] ×6 (36)
7. [5 sc, inc] ×6 (42)

Side wall:
8–10. sc around (42)

Brim:
11. FLO [6 sc, inc] ×6 (48)
12. [7 sc, inc] ×6 (54)
13. [8 sc, inc] ×6 (60)
14. sc around (60), sl st to finish. FO.
Block with steam for the soft downward curve.

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Crossbody Beach Pouch (Yarn C)

Pouch body:

1. Ch 12; Row1: sc in 2nd ch and across (11).
   2–10. ch1, turn, sc 11.
   Border: sc around, placing 3 sc in each corner. Make two panels.
   Whipstitch three sides; lightly stuff to keep shape; leave top open.

Flap:
Join yarn on back top edge; ch 1, sc 11; next row sc dec at both ends; repeat once (7). FO.
Add a tiny button bump with D or sew a small wooden bead.

Strap: ch 75, sl st back to thicken; sew to pouch sides. Drape from right shoulder to left hip as in photo.

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Surfboard Prop (Yarns I, C & D; 3.5 mm)

Board base (I):

1. Ch 21. Row1: sc in 2nd ch and across (20).
   2–18. ch1, turn, sc 20 to form a long rectangle.
   Tapered nose: Row19: dec, sc 16, dec (18).
   Row20: dec, sc 14, dec (16).
   Row21: dec, sc 12, dec (14).
   Row22: dec, sc 10, dec (12).
   Round the tip with sl sts; FO.

Rails (edge): work sc evenly around the entire board for a neat contour.
Stripes & fin: surface-sl st two parallel long stripes with C; add a small fin triangle with C at the tail (ch 6, work back shaping a right triangle and sew).
Leash: knot a length of thin black cord or braided yarn to the tail; make a tiny cuff loop to slip over the pup’s wrist/ankle.

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Sunglasses (Yarn G, 2.5 mm)

Rings (make 2): ch 12; sl st to first ch to form a ring; work 18 sc around; sl st and FO.
Bridge & arms: ch 6 for bridge; sl st to connect the two rings; from each outer ring ch 10–12 for arms; thicken with sl sts back. Shape gently and place at the pup’s feet or on the hat brim.

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Beach Towel (Yarns D & J, 3.5 mm)

1. With D, ch 26.
2. Row1: sc 25.
   3–5. sc 25 (white band).
   6–8. Switch to C: sc 25 (blue band).
   Repeat white/blue sections two more times to create five bands total, ending with white.
   Edge with J: sc around, adding short fringe knots on the two short sides if desired. Fold and pose beside the puppy.

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Sunscreen Bottle (Yarns H + Orange + D)

Bottle:

1. With H (pale yellow), MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
   3–6. sc around (12)
3. [sc, dec] ×4 (8) – neck
4. sc around (8), FO.

Cap:
With orange, MR 6; sc around one more round; sew on.
Label: with D, embroider a small square and an orange sun—simple and cute.

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Assembly Order

1. Head to body: ladder stitch; add a final puff of stuffing.
2. Arms: sew between Rnds 14–15, slightly forward.
3. Ears: attach low on sides so they hang under the hat brim.
4. Dress the dog: tee first, then skirt.
5. Put on sneakers and lace bows.
6. Drape the pouch across body; tack strap at two shoulder points to stay put.
7. Place bucket hat at a relaxed angle; secure with a couple hidden stitches inside.
8. Pose with surfboard, towel, sunscreen, and sunglasses as shown.

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Blocking & Photo Tips

• Steam the hat brim and skirt hem to set the soft curve.
• Smooth the tee stripes with a gentle tug so rows line up.
• For crisp sneaker shape, add a thin cardboard sole insert.
• Photograph in natural light on a deck or balcony with warm wood and soft greenery in the background to match the beach-day vibe.

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Care

Spot clean only. If you used cardboard soles or magnets, avoid soaking. Reshape the hat and sneakers while damp; lay flat to dry.

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Quick Troubleshooting

• Head wobbles: neck stuffing is too soft—add more through the seam.
• Hat too loose/tight: add/remove one increase round before side walls.
• Skirt rides up: go up a hook size for the waistband or add one more waist round before the flare.
• Sneaker tongues curl: lightly steam and pin until dry.

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License

This free pattern is for personal use and small-batch handmade sales with credit as “Surf Coast Puppy – Free Crochet Pattern.” Do not repost or sell the instructions or photos.

Enjoy your sunny new Surf Coast Puppy—ready to catch tiny waves and steal big smiles!