Handmade Knitted Dog Bed – A Cozy DIY Project for Your Fur Baby
If your dog (or pet) is anything like mine, they have a knack for finding the coziest spots in the house. So, why not knit them their very own bed?
A DIY Dog Bed That’s Tail-Waggingly Good
This handmade knitted dog bed is chunky, comfy, and cute red bows – the kind of thing that’ll make guests ask, “Where did you get that?” Best part? You made it yourself!
You’ll use mega chunky yarn, basic stitches, a pillow, and a bit of stuffing magic to craft a dog basket that’ll make your dog feel extra loved. Let’s dive in!
Christmas in July Make Along
The pattern of the Polar Bear Pillow is featured in the seventh Christmas in July Make Along hosted by Marie of Underground Crafter.
Visit Underground Crafter to learn more about the prizes, enter the giveaway, and get links to each Christmas in July Make Along post as it is released.
Today’s pattern is offered in PDF format, totally FREE to you, until July, 31, 2025. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the LINK.
MATERIALS NEEDED
You’ll be needing the following supplies:
- 15mm knitting needles (US size 19 / UK size 000)
- 400g (160 yards) Mega Chunky yarn in Turquoise (main color)( Super Bulky weight yarn, also called Super Chunky or Mega weight yarn)
- 107g (40yards) Mega Chunky yarn in White
- Scraps of chunky Red yarn for the bow
- 1 x 40x40cm scatter cushion inner (approx. 16×16 inches)
- ±400g Toy filler
- Big darning needle
- Scissors
- A sleepy pup 🐶
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KNITTING TECHNIQUE / S USED
You’ll need to how to knit the following basic stitches:
- Cast on stitches
- Knit stitch
- How to purl
- Casting off stitches
GAUGE AND FINISHED SIZE
Measurements are unblocked and unstretched.
Finished dog pet beds measure approximately 25” / 63.5 cm across
Gauge: with supplies listed, gauge to obtain 4″ x 4″ (10cm x 10cm) is 6sts over 8 rows.
ABBREVIATIONS
k – knit
p – purl
RS – right side
st – stitch
sts – stitches
WS – wrong side
PATTERN NOTES
- All patterns are written in standard US terms.
- For neater edges, you can slip (knit-wise) every first stitch of every row.
- Keep in mind: your gauge, yardage used, and finished size may vary depending on if you make any changes to the pattern as written.
How to Knit a Dog Bed
Written Instructions:
Step 1: The Striped Pillow
Cast on 30 stitches in turquoise.
- Work in the following 4-row stripe repeat:
- Row 1: Knit in Turquoise
- Row 2: Purl in Turquoise
- Row 3: Knit in White
- Row 4: Purl in White
- Repeat the 4-row stripe sequence until you’ve completed 42 rows.
- Then switch to garter stitch (knit all rows) in Turquoise for another 42 rows.
- Cast off and weave in your ends.
Assembly:
- Fold your piece in half with right sides facing.
- Stitch two of the open sides together using your darning needle.
- Insert the 40x40cm cushion.
- Stitch the last side closed.
Step 2: The Side Border (or Tube)
Cast on 18 stitches in Turquoise.
- Work in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row) until your piece measures 162cm / 63.8 inches in length.
- This should take about 102 rows based on the gauge.
Finishing the tube:
- Sew the long side and one short end closed.
- Stuff with toy filler, then squeeze and knead to distribute the filling.
- Sew the open end shut.
Step 3: The Bow
Cast on 15 stitches in Red yarn.
- Knit 10 rows in garter stitch (all knit).
- Cast off and weave in the ends.
- Use a long piece of red yarn to:
- Wrap around the center of the bow tube (see image below).
- Sew to the seam of the tube for a cute finish.
Final Assembly
- Lay the striped pillow flat.
- Tuck in the four corners as shown in the image (like folding a gift).
- Place the stuffed tube around the pillow, forming a donut shape.
- Turn the bed upside down and sew the tube to the pillow along the seam.
grab your free pdf pattern (as part of the Christmas in July Make Along)
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CONCLUSION
That’s it!
You’ve just made a knitted dog bed that’s soft, stylish, and one-of-a-kind. Your dog will be thrilled – and you’ll love how it looks in your home too.
There are countless ways to add joy to your home—and don’t forget, that includes spoiling your furry friends too!”
Let me know if you’d like a few variations!
HAPPY KNITTING!
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