Dog Coats Crocheted in King Cole Pricewise DK - 5760 - Downloadable PDF

King Cole 5760: Dog Coats Crocheted in King Cole Pricewise DK – Pattern Summary

Pattern King Cole 5760 is a downloadable PDF crochet pattern from King Cole that provides instructions for making crocheted dog coats. The pattern covers multiple coat designs, each featuring different stitch textures and visual effects, all sized to fit dogs with a chest measurement of approximately 31–53 cm (12–21 inches). This is an intermediate-level crochet pattern, suitable for crafters who are comfortable working with post stitches, stitch pattern repeats, and shaping techniques.

Overview of the Designs

The leaflet includes at least one clearly detailed design — Dog Coat 1 (Moss-Stitch Stripe) — and references additional coat variations worked in different stitch patterns including double crochet, half treble, and a dogtooth stripe design. Each coat is constructed with an underbelly section and a neck area, with the pattern offering flexibility to adjust the underbelly length to suit individual dogs.

Dog Coat 1: Moss-Stitch Stripe

Dog Coat 1 is worked primarily in moss stitch, a classic crochet texture stitch that alternates double crochet (dc) and slip stitch (ss) in a way that creates a dense, fabric-like fabric with excellent structure and warmth — ideal for a fitted pet garment. The stripe element introduces colour variation across the coat's surface, adding visual interest while maintaining the tactile quality of the moss stitch fabric.

Construction

• The coat begins at the underbelly and neck section, worked from a foundation chain of 51, 61, or 71 chains depending on the size selected.
• A 4.00mm crochet hook is used throughout.
• The underbelly section can be lengthened or shortened by adjusting the starting chain, making this a practical and adaptable pattern for dogs of varying proportions.
• Rows are turned using a turning chain (t-ch), and stitches are worked in a repeating sequence of slip stitch into half treble and half treble into slip stitch to build the moss stitch fabric.

Stitches Used in Dog Coat 1

• Moss stitch — the primary stitch pattern, alternating dc/ss for a firm, textured fabric
• Half treble (htr) — used within the moss stitch repeat
• Slip stitch (ss) — used within the moss stitch repeat and for seaming
• Chain (ch) — for foundation and turning chains

Additional Coat Designs Referenced in the Pattern

The pattern leaflet covers further coat designs, each worked in a different stitch pattern to give crafters a choice of texture and style. The tension information provided confirms the following stitch patterns are included across the designs in the leaflet:

Double Crochet Coat

• Worked in double crochet (dc), the most fundamental of crochet stitches, producing a tight, sturdy fabric well-suited to outerwear.
• Tension: 19 sts and 16 rows to 10 cm over double crochet using a 4.00mm hook.
• The ribbed sections are worked in back loop only (blo) double crochet, which creates a stretchy, rib-like effect when the fabric is stretched — perfect for a snug fit around the dog's body.

Half Treble Coat

• Worked in half treble (htr), a stitch that sits between double crochet and treble in height, giving a slightly looser, drapier fabric with a smooth surface.
• Tension: 16 sts and 14 rows to 10 cm over half treble using a 4.00mm hook.