This adorable Cavachon Plush pattern is perfect for any dog lover! Whether you want to create a cuddly toy for yourself or a special gift for someone else, this pattern is sure to bring joy.
', 'skill_level': 'Intermediate', 'finished_measurements': {'height': {'imperial': '8 inches', 'metric': '20 cm'}, 'length': {'imperial': '10 inches', 'metric': '25 cm'}}, 'materials': {'yarn': {'brand': 'Soft Paws Yarn', 'weight': 'Medium', 'color': 'Cream', 'yardage': {'imperial': '150 yards', 'metric': '137 meters'}}, 'needles': {'us': 'US 3', 'uk': 'UK 10', 'metric': '3.25 mm'}, 'other_supplies': ['Polyester fiberfill for stuffing', 'Yarn needle', 'Stitch markers', 'Scissors']}, 'gauge': {'stockinette_stitch': '24 stitches x 32 rows = 4 inches/10 cm'}, 'pattern_notes': 'This pattern is worked in the round. Use a marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
', 'abbreviations': {'k': 'knit', 'p': 'purl', 'rnd': 'round', 'st(s)': 'stitch(es)'}, 'pattern_instructions': [{'section_title': 'Body', 'section_instructions': 'Using circular needles, cast on 36 stitches. Join for working in the round, being careful not to twist stitches. Place marker at beginning of round.
Work in stockinette stitch until piece measures 6 inches from cast on edge.
Begin decreases: *(K4, k2tog); repeat from * around. (30 sts)
Knit 1 round.
*(K3, k2tog); repeat from * around. (24 sts)
Knit 1 round.
Stuff the body firmly with polyester fiberfill.
*(K2, k2tog); repeat from * around. (18 sts)
Knit 1 round.
*(K1, k2tog); repeat from * around. (12 sts)
Knit 1 round.
Stuff the body firmly to the top. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining stitches and pull tight to close the hole. Weave in ends.
'}, {'section_title': 'Ears (Make 2)', 'section_instructions': 'Cast on 12 stitches.
Work in stockinette stitch for 4 rows.
*(K2, k2tog); repeat from * across. (9 sts)
Knit 1 row.
*(K1, k2tog); repeat from * across. (6 sts)
Knit 1 row.
Stuff the ears lightly with polyester fiberfill. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts and pull tight to close the hole. Weave in ends.
'}, {'section_title': 'Assembly', 'section_instructions': 'Sew the ears onto the top of the body. Use the yarn tail to embroider eyes and nose onto the face of the plush. You can also add any other features or embellishments to personalize your Cavachon plush.
'}]}