Product Description
This pattern will fit most medium sized dog breeds with chest circumference of 15-18".38-46 cm. If your dog's chest is a bit larger (up to 3 inches), I can customize the pattern to fit your dog. Pattern includes instructions for customizing the length.
NO CABLE NEEDLES are required! This may look like a cable pattern, but really, the panel is made with a combination of knit and purl stitches. The front and back sections are knitted separately and invisibly seamed together with the mattress stitch (or any stitch you prefer). It boasts a ribbed turtle neck and ribbed bottom edge. IF YOU PREFER TO KNIT THE TURTLENECK COLLAR IN THE ROUND, I INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS OPTION! The ribbed sleeves are knit in the round with double pointed needles, but if you prefer, you can skip that and instead, single crochet an edging around the arm holes with a crochet hook size G or H.
Email is provided on pattern. Contact me if you have any questions as you work up the design.
Wavy Ribbon Mini-Doxie Sweater by Lena's Legacy
What is Being Made
The Wavy Ribbon Mini-Doxie Sweater is a hand-knitted garment designed specifically for miniature dachshunds. This cozy pet sweater features a finished chest circumference of 16 inches (40.6 cm), fitting dogs with chest measurements between 15 and 18 inches (38 to 46 cm). The sweater measures 15 inches (38 cm) in length from the nape of the neck to the bottom edge, and includes a folded collar that creates a 2-inch (5 cm) turtleneck when finished. The design incorporates wavy ribbon detailing as its signature element, making it both functional and visually appealing for small dog breeds.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This beginner-level knitting project uses straightforward construction methods suitable for knitters new to the craft. The pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques including working in the round and flat sections, with careful attention to gauge to ensure proper fit for the intended dog size. The turtleneck collar is created by folding the finished collar edge in half, a simple finishing technique that adds both warmth and style. The pattern emphasizes the importance of checking gauge in seed stitch before beginning, as proper gauge ensures the sweater will fit correctly within the specified measurements.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch used throughout this sweater is seed stitch, which creates a textured, bumpy fabric that is both visually interesting and provides good structure for a fitted pet garment. Seed stitch is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a checkerboard pattern, making it an excellent choice for beginners as it requires only basic knitting knowledge. The gauge for this project is 4 stitches per 1 inch (2.5 cm) when worked in seed stitch, which helps determine the appropriate needle size for achieving the correct finished measurements.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Wavy Ribbon Mini-Doxie Sweater requires one skein of Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarn in medium worsted weight (aran/10-ply), totaling approximately 197 to 200 yards (180 meters). This yarn blend consists of 80% acrylic and 20% wool, offering a practical combination of durability, easy care, and warmth. The acrylic content makes the sweater machine-washable and affordable, while the wool blend provides insulation and authentic knitting feel.
Needles Required
- One pair of US#8/UK#6/5mm straight needles (or size needed to obtain correct gauge)
- Set of four US#6/UK#8/4mm double-pointed needles for working smaller sections and the neckline
The pattern recommends adjusting needle size as necessary to achieve the correct gauge of 4 stitches per 1 inch in seed stitch. This flexibility allows knitters to customize their needle choice based on their individual tension and the specific yarn batch being used.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | Lena's Legacy |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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