2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop

2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop

The 2024 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop has ended, but you can still find the crochet patterns that were a part of it below.  You will find Free and Paid crochet patterns that are designed just for your fur-babies.

This year’s and last year’s Pet Appreciation Blog Hop had such a great response that I decided to make this an annual event!  There will be more pet patterns to come in 2025’s Pet Appreciation Blog Hop!

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May 5-11, 2024 is International Pet Appreciation Week.  Our pets bring us so much love and companionship all year round.  I know my cat Maze and my son’s dog Freyja mean the world to me.

Below you will find 21 crochet patterns you can make to show you appreciate your pets and to return the love to your pets!

 

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Your Buddy’s Bed from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Does your cat or dog take up the whole bed? You can make Your Buddy’s Pet Bed for Cats & Dogs and get a better night’s sleep.
This was such a labor of love for me.  My son has 4 cats & 1 dog and I appreciate them so much because they bring such joy to my son.

Willow Granny Square Dog Coat from Craftopia Collective

A beginner friendly flower granny square dog coat! With just a few beginner stitches (taught in the included video tutorial), you can make your dog a cozy coat!

Kitty with a Cat Hat from Start Crochet

Use up your scraps to crochet this cute Kitty With A Cat Hat. Turn it into a keychain or use as a fidget toy. Purrr-fect for cat lovers 🙂

Squid Cat Toy from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Have loads of fun seeing your cat jump, roll around on the floor, run, and have loads of fun when they play with the Squid Cat Toy.

Mushroom Cat Hat from My Crafty Pursuits

Do you love mushrooms? does your cat need a new hat? well this is the thing for you! mushroom cat hat is the perfect spring time hat for your tolerant kitty to wear about.

Crinkle Crayon from Straight Hooked

Use up some colorful scrap yarn and recycle an empty water bottle to make this fun toy that will keep your dog entertained for hours!

I Woof You Coaster from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

A small way to say ‘I Woof You’ by adding this Paw love to place with your comforting cuppa of the day!

 

 Timmy the Turtle from Cuddly Stitches Craft

I would like to introduce you to Timmy the Turtle, who is so much fun to make! If you love sea animals and would like to make a cute loving companion for your family or friends, then you must try this free crochet turtle pattern. This super sweet and cuddly Amigurumi turtle is guaranteed to put a smile on your loved ones’ face.

Flower Pet Collar from Jo’s Crafty Hook

The Flower Pet Collar is quick and easy design that makes you ooh & ahh your furry friend and makes them even more adorable. You can even make a matching one for yourself.

Cuddling Cats from Pocket Yarnlings

Celebrate your love of cats with this pair of cuddling cats, quick to whip up with simple shaping and minimal sewing!

Cat’s Cravate from VivaCrochet

A fun little neck kerchief to make your pet more dashing than he/she already is , if that is even possible:)

Chunky Lattice Dog Sweater from OwensVillaChick Designs

The Chunky Lattice Dog Sweater is a worked in the round from the neck to tail and is perfect for those chilly days. It features the linked tunisian simple stitch, crossed double crochet stitch and half double crochet cluster stitch. It is a quick crochet project and makes a great gift for your furr-babies!

Paw Prints Pillow from Sweet Potato 3

Crochet your love of your pet within this pillow cover. Made as one piece and created with color changes make this a fun project.

Wonderstruck Dog Cardi from Craftopia Collective

The Wonderstuck Dog Cardigan is a cute and cozy cardigan for your pup to wear when it’s cold out. Constructed with easy-to-crochet panels and minimal seaming, this dog cardigan is the perfect project for your dog.

 

Crochet Dog Bone Pattern from Dreamee Crochet

Are you looking for an adorable and easy-to-follow crochet pattern that will have your furry friends wagging their tails in excitement? Then you must try this free crochet dog bone pattern! This quick and no-sew Amigurumi bone pattern will help you make a special gift for your beloved pets and will keep them entertained for hours. And you can easily customise it with a squeaker or a rattle to make it even more entertaining. Isn’t that paw-some?! 🙂

Basketweave Cat Blanket from Underground Crafter

This textured crochet cat blanket is perfect for covering your kitty’s favorite nap spot, or for donating to an animal shelter. Includes a video tutorial for the basketweave stitch.

Crochet Pet Mat Pattern from First The Coffee Crochet

Make a comfy pet mat for your furry friend that is easy to wash and makes a great cover to use over furniture or in carriers for travel.

Spiral in Square Pet Collar from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

A fun Collar with a Retro Square Spiral motif repeat to add the zing of color and pattern with a lace up edging option.

Purrfectly Plush Cat Nip Ball from Dancing Sister Design

Make your cat this fuzzy cat nip ball toy. This pattern uses the loop stitch and I show you exactly how to easily complete that.

Easy Cat Comfort Mat from Carroway Crochet

Make this super soft and cozy cat mat with Bernat Blanket yarn. Perfect for your cat to curl up on in its favourite sunny spot.

Tuxie Keyhole Scarf from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Do you like to accessorize your pets? The Tuxie Keyhole Scarf is the perfect accessory for your Small to Large pet. You can even make a matching one for yourself!

COUPON CODE:  TUXIE

Thank You!

Thank you all so much for supporting these fantastic designers.  They shared their heartfelt and stories behind the designs for why they designed their crochet patterns that they added in the Pet Appreciation Blog Hop!

Let the crochet designers know how much you appreciated their stories and designs as we all celebrated our love and appreciation for our pets.  You will find the links for each designer listed above their patterns.

Find more of my Premium Crochet Patterns for Pets and more!

 

 

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Pet Appreciation Blog Hop

I wanted to do something I haven’t seen before, so I am hosting a Pet Appreciation Blog Hop just to show our love and appreciation for our pets.

I love dressing up my son’s dog, Freyja and she love’s to be dressed up!  lol

I also love seeing others’ pets dressed up and accessorized so much that I have to try my hand at what they have on their pets!  lol

Please join us, you will see some of the cutest and most adorablest crochet patterns for our pets from some of the greatest pet crochet pattern designers!

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This post contains affiliate links that help me raise money to allow me to share more information with you. 

 

Here is How it Works:

 

1. So, each day, starting at 9a EST you will need to visit this main blog hop page to take advantage of a free crochet pattern designed specifically with our pets in mind.

 

2. Click on the day’s featured design to go to the Designer’s Pattern Page.

 

3. Click on the Download Button to get their free crochet pattern.  This may lead to a Direct Download instead of a Coupon Code for a Store.

 

4. Apply the Coupon Code at the Designer’s Store (not needed if it is a direct download)

 

 

August 1st – Freyja Pet Cowl from Jo’s Crafty Hook

The Freyja Pet Cowl can be made for small to large pets with 3 sizes to choose from or can even be customized to fit your specific pet.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find the pattern HERE

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August 2nd – Annie Dog Bandana from Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Annie is our 1st rescue dog.  Annie has been just the most loving, cheeky, independent bundle of energy to come into our home. And she is the inspiration for the Annie Bandana.

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 3rd – Raleigh Dog Blanket from MadameStitch

This blanket is named after one of my son’s rescue dogs. Raleigh was the perfect companion and such a special part of his family. She recently passed away and I’ve dedicated this beautiful blanket to her memory.

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 4th – Pug Puppy Sweater from My Fingers Fly

Along with outgrowing his pug puppy sweater, he has also outgrown the cardboard box he claimed as his bed the day we brought him home. I got a bigger cardboard box and some fleece I had in my fabric bin and made him a new bed. Now he never wants to leave it!

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 5th – Axolotl Donut from Anvi Granny’s Handicrafts

Imagine a cute little Axolotl aka the Mexican walking fish shaped like a donut.  This is a beginner friendly amigurumi crochet pattern with easy step-by-step picture crochet tutorials.

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 6th – Sweet Pea Dog Sweater from TimmelCrochet

The Sweet Pea Dog Sweater has that and more with its soft and stylish faux fur trim. Made with little dogs in mind, this sweater keeps them comfortable all through the chilly seasons.

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 7th – Puppy Placemat from Straight Hooked

Today I am delighted to present the Puppy Placemat pattern. You probably know that I am a long-time small doggy Momma. I had a pack of 3 Shih Tzus for many years. Biscuit was my first puppy; he lived from 2006-2022 and was bossy and hilarious. Bonzai lived from 2007-2021 and was derpy and very loving. Lucy was our “baby dog” and lived from 2011-2023. She was our most well-behaved and kept us laughing every day.

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find the Pattern HERE

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August 8th – Lion Dog Toy from My Fingers Fly

For crafters, the lion is a common theme and so much fun to make. I recently made a Lion Toy for my pug Bruno. He loves to play tug of war, so I added a handle to the bottom of a lion to make his favorite game easier on me.

Free Pattern: EXPIRED

Find Pattern HERE

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August 9th – Rabbit on Pumpkin from Pocket Yarnlings

This is a cute amigurumi interchangeable crochet pattern that would make the perfect toy no matter how you make it.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Pattern HERE

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August 10th – Maze’s Cat Toy from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Does your cat/pet like to swat or throw things around the house?  Do they like to curl up on your laptop while you are writing a blog post? lol  Do they like curl up on your clothes, your current WIPs, clothes or anything else of yours they can find?  Then this is purr-fect for any pet to play with or even cuddle up with.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Pattern HERE

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August 11th – Lumina Dog Bandana from The Loophole Fox

I designed the Lumina Bandana, this crochet dog bandana pattern, for my rescue pup and it comes in 6 sizes so you can make one for yours or make a bunch to donate to dog shelters, too!

Free Pattern:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE 

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August 12th – Mushroom Cat Hat from My Crafty Pursuits

Make your cat look purr-fectly fancy for any occasion.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 13th – Dog Cushion from You Can Crochet by Cesca & Woodrow

Are you a dog lover like me?  If so, I’m sure you’ll absolutely love making this cute, comfy dog cushion for your furry friend!

Coupon Code: EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 14th – Dusty the Dog Amigurumi Crochet Pattern from Cuddly Stitches Craft

This sweet little amigurumi dog pattern was inspired by my parents’ Cocker Spaniel and just like him, Dusty is a very playful and loving companion who is always there for you.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern: HERE

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August 15th – Imagination Cat/Dog Bandana from Marsha YarnDoodles

Meet “Nellie” … the newest addition to our family. We rescued her from a shelter about a month ago and she’s already stolen our hearts!
Nellie’s wearing the “Imagination Pet Bandana” that I designed the day I found out we were accepted to become her new family!

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern: HERE

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August 16th – Motif Pet Blanket from Underground Crafter

I’m firmly on “team cat.” I love (other people’s) dogs just fine, but I have had cats in my life since childhood and really enjoy their companionship!

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern HERE

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August 17th – Freyja Nordic Necklace from Jo’s Crafty Hook

My son loves anything to do with Norse History, this is why he named his dog Freyja.  Ever since she was a puppy I loved to make things for here and dress her up, my son even started asking me to make things for her.  lol So I decided to design something that relates to Nordic History and Freyja’s name.

Coupon Code:  Expired

Find Crochet Pattern  HERE

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August 18th – Heart Stealer Pet Blanket from Vivacrochet

Our cats are our kids! Nay, strike that! they are our grand kids!!!! We thought we were dog people until the cats decided to adopt us!! It all started one October morning some 9 years ago , when our community cat decided to have her litter in our garden! We were their servants!

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 19th – Crosshell Granny Bandana from OwensVillaChick Designs

This Crosshell Granny Bandana has 3 sizes to choose from. The crochet pattern uses a combination of the Granny Stitch and the Cross Stitch.  The elegant bandana is finished with a beautiful edging.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 20th – Kitty Raviolis from Straight Hooked

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

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August 21st – Busy Bee Hua Headwarmer from TimmelCrochet

Do you want to keep your chihuahua(small dog) warm and have fun at the same time? Or give a fun dog gift to a loved one or friend? Then this pattern is for you. Stripes, antennae, wings. This Busy Bee Hua Headwarmers has it all.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 22nd – Hearty Bowl Doily from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

Batty – the most adorable pup to enter our lives; was the inspiration for the 2 new designs that will be featured today and Thursday.  

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

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August 23rd – Cat Bandana from Jo’s Crafty Hook

Pets can seem like part of the family.  My son rescued some kittens from his job site and called me upset, asking if I wanted a kitten.  I was hesitant, but as soon as he took her out of his jacket, softy that I am, it was all over for me.  lol

Doesn’t my Maze rock her Bandana!

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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August 24th – Heart to Heart Collar from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn

Batty was my bestie’s (@cherumanalil) furry baby.  He was the most patient pup (though his mumma said otherwise sometimes), amazing with my bratty human kids.

Coupon Code:  EXPIRED

Find Crochet Pattern:  HERE

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Thank you all so much for supporting these fantastic designers.  They shared their heartfelt and stories behind the designs for why they designed their crochet patterns that they added in the Pet Appreciation Blog Hop!

Let the crochet designers know how much you appreciated their stories and designs as we all celebrated our love and appreciation for our pets.  You will find the links for each designer listed above their patterns.

Find me, Jo of Jo’s Crafty Hook at the places listed below.

Email:  j.o@joscraftyhook.com

Website

Facebook Group Jo’s Crafty Hookers

Facebook Group Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs

Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook

Facebook Page:  Crochet Designer Community

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