Welcome to the fluffiest, bubbliest mobile business in town! The “Paws & Bubbles” Pet Grooming Van is a pastel blue paradise dedicated to pampering our four-legged friends. This adorable playset features a soft Baby Blue exterior decorated with playful dark blue paw prints, signaling exactly who the VIP clients are. It captures the fun and chaos of a busy pet spa day.

Step inside, and you are greeted by a bubbly wonderland. The centerpiece is a classic white claw-foot tub overflowing with suds, ready for the next pup. The back wall features a wooden shelving unit stocked with colorful shampoo bottles, grooming brushes, and cute bows for the finishing touch. The floor is scattered with distractions—bones, balls, and rope toys—to keep the customers happy. The clientele includes a diverse mix: a grumpy Pug, a curious Corgi, a Husky, and even a couple of cats relaxing in spa-day towel turbans. This project is a joy for animal lovers and miniature enthusiasts alike.

This project is structural and requires specific shaping techniques. To ensure the caravan walls are rigid enough to hold the shelving and maintain a clean box shape, we will strictly use the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn). This allows the walls to stand perfectly straight without stuffing. We will use a standard hook for the main shell and a precision micro-hook for the tiny animals and grooming tools.

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

Materials & Tools

• Yarn: Sport or DK weight cotton yarn (Mercerized cotton is best for definition).

  – Baby Blue: Main caravan exterior, interior walls, floor.

  – Dark Blue: Paw prints, toy ball.

  – White: Bathtub, bubbles, window trim, bones, Husky/Corgi details.

  – Beige/Light Brown: Shelving unit, Pug, Cat.

  – Pet Colors: Grey (Husky/Cat), Orange (Corgi), Black (Pug mask/Tires).

  – Accessory Colors: Pink & Yellow (Towels), Teal (Shampoo), Red (Brushes/Toys).

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm (Size C/2): For the caravan shell, floor, and bathtub.

  – 1.5mm (Steel Hook): CRITICAL for the tiny pets, shampoo bottles, and floor toys.

• Structure: 7-8 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh stiffness).
• Other: Fiberfill stuffing, small beads for eyes, embroidery floss (for whiskers/mouths), fabric glue, tapestry needle.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• Ch: Chain
• Sc: Single Crochet
• Hdc: Half Double Crochet
• Dc: Double Crochet
• Inc: Increase (2 sc in one st)
• Dec: Decrease (invisible decrease)
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• Sl st: Slip Stitch
• Bobble: Cluster stitch (for the bubbles).

Part 1: The Grooming Van Structure (Sandwich Method)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm

1. The Spa Floor

Make 2 identical panels using Baby Blue.

1. Row 1: Ch 26. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (25)
2. Row 2-40: Sc across. (Rectangle approx 4″ x 6.5″).
3. Fasten off Panel 1. Keep yarn attached to Panel 2.

Assembly: Cut plastic canvas to the exact size. Sandwich it between the two Blue panels. Sc around the perimeter through both layers to seal.

2. The Paw Print Shell (U-Shaped)

This forms the Left Wall, Roof, and Right Wall.

Panel A: Exterior (Baby Blue)

• Row 1: Ch 91 (Length to cover Left Wall + Roof + Right Wall). Sc across. (90)
• Row 2-35: Sc across.
• Window Cutouts: On the side wall sections, create rectangular window openings (Ch 10, Sk 10).
• Paw Print Decor: Before assembly, embroider or surface crochet clusters of paw prints on the lower left exterior wall using Dark Blue yarn. Make one large pad and three smaller toe pads for each print.
• Fasten off.

Panel B: Interior (Baby Blue)

• Use the same Baby Blue to create a seamless look. Match dimensions and window gaps of Panel A.

Assembly:

• Cut plastic canvas strip (with window holes).
• Sandwich canvas between Panel A and Panel B.
• Join: Sc around the perimeter through both layers using Blue yarn.
• Window Trim: Surface slip stitch around the window openings in White to frame them.
• Shape: Bend into a U-shape arch. Sew the bottom edges to the Floor Base.

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Part 2: The Grooming Station

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm.

1. The Bubble Bathtub

• Tub Base: White. Ch 10.

  Rnd 1: Work around chain (Oval). Inc at ends.

  Rnd 2-3: Sc around (Base).

  Rnd 4: BLO Sc around (Turn up).

  Rnd 5-8: Sc around.

  Rnd 9: (Sc, Inc) to flare the rim slightly. Fasten off.

• The Bubbles: White.

  Create a “mound” shape that fits inside the tub (MR 6, Inc to 24…).

  Texture: Work *Sc, Bobble Stitch* all over the surface to create the bubbly texture. Or, crochet many tiny white balls (MR 4 sc) and sew them onto the mound.

• Assembly: Stuff the mound lightly and sew it into the tub. It should look like it’s overflowing.

2. Wall Supply Shelf

Use Beige/Light Brown yarn.

• Backboard: Ch 12. Sc 10 rows.
• Shelves: Ch 12. Sc 3 rows. Make 2 shelves. Stiffen with canvas strips.
• Assembly: Sew shelves to backboard. Glue high on the interior right wall.

Part 3: The VIP Clients (Mini Amigurumi)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 1.5mm Hook. These are tiny!

1. The Pug (Standing)

• Head: Beige. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 2 rounds.

  Muzzle: Black. MR 4 sc. Sew to face.

  Ears: Black. Ch 3, sc back (tiny flaps). Sew folded down.

• Body: Beige. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rounds. Dec to 6.
• Legs: Ch 4, Sc back. Sew 4 legs.
• Tail: Ch 4, curl tightly.

2. The Corgi (Sitting)

• Head: Orange/White. MR 6, Inc to 12.

  Ears: Large Orange triangles.

• Body: Orange. Sausage shape. White tummy patch.
• Legs: Very short nubbins.

3. The Husky

• Head: Grey. White face mask (color change). Pointed ears.
• Body: Grey/White. Fluffy tail (brush out yarn).

4. Spa Cats (With Towels)

• Head/Body: Standard small cat shape (Grey or Beige).
• Towel Turban: Pink or Yellow.

  Pattern: MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 2 rounds. Dec to 10. (Cone shape). Place on top of the cat’s head covering the ears. Twist the top slightly.

Part 4: Accessories & Toys

Use Hook Size: 1.5mm.

1. Grooming Supplies

• Shampoo Bottles: Pink/Teal. MR 4 sc, Sc 3 rows. Tiny contrasting cap.
• Brushes: Red/Blue flat oval with a handle. Embroider bristles.
• Bows: Yellow/Purple. Ch 3, sl st in 1st ch (tiny loop), Ch 3, sl st in 1st ch. Wrap center.
• Placement: Arrange these neatly on the Wall Shelf.

2. Floor Toys

• Bone: White. Ch 4. Knots at both ends.
• Ball: Red/Blue. MR 4 sc, Inc to 8. Sc 1 round. Dec to close.
• Rope Toy: Twist three colors of yarn together tightly. Knot ends.
• Carrot Toy: Orange cone. Green yarn tuft.

Part 5: Exterior Details

1. Wheels

Use 2.5mm Hook.

• Tire: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18. Sc 2 rounds.
• Hubcap: Grey texture. MR 6 sc.
• Sew to sides.

2. Paw Print Applique

If not embroidered earlier:

• Main Pad: Dark Blue. MR 6 sc.
• Toes: Dark Blue. French knots or tiny Ch 2 balls.
• Glue to the exterior wall.

Final Assembly

1. Structural Check: Ensure the Baby Blue shell is sturdy. The paw prints add a lot of character, so make sure they are visible.
2. The Spa Day Setup:
   • Glue the Bathtub in the center of the floor.
   • Position the Husky peering out from behind the tub.
   • Place the Towel-Head Cats relaxing on the side or inside the tub (if empty).
   • Stand the Pug and Corgi on the floor waiting for their turn.
3. The Mess:
   • Scatter the toys (Bone, Ball, Rope) on the floor to look playful.
   • Ensure the Shelf is stocked with bottles and bows.

Congratulations! You have opened “Paws & Bubbles.” This grooming van is the cutest spot in the miniature world—no appointment necessary!