Crochet Hot Dog
Crochet hot dogs are a delightful and quirky addition to any crochet enthusiast's collection. These charming creations combine the coziness of crocheted items with the fun and whimsy of everyone's favorite classic food. Whether displayed as playful decorations or used as cute keychains, crochet hot dogs never fail to bring a smile to people's faces. With their soft yarn textures and detailed stitching that mimics the look of condiments, these tiny hot dogs are sure to be a hit among both crafters and food lovers alike. So, grab your hook and yarn, and get ready to crochet up some adorable hot dog creations that are as cute as they are unique!
To make your own tofu pup, you will need an F hook, fiberfill stuffing, and worsted weight yarn in cream, white, rust, and mustard yellow.
Outer Bun: (Make 2)
With your cream colored yarn, ch19. Sc into second ch from hook, and sc into the following 16 sts. Sc 3 times into the final ch, continuing around, and sc into the backs of those same 16 sts. In the last one, sc 2 times. (38 sts)
2 sc into first st, sc 16, 2sc into next st, sc 1, 2sc into the next st, sc 16, 2sc into the next st, sc 2. (42 sts)
Sc 1, 2sc into next st, sc 16, 2sc into next st, sc 3, 2sc into next st, sc 16, 2sc into the next st, sc 2. (46 sts)
Sc 2, 2sc into next st, sc 16, 2sc into next st, sc 5, 2 sc into next st, 16 sc, 2 sc into next st, sc 3. (50)
Sc into each st for 3 rounds.
Break yarn.
Inner Bun (Make 2):
Repeat the first 4 rounds of the outer bun in white and break yarn.
Wiener:
Sc 5 sts into a ring, and sc twice into each sts. (10 sts)
Sc 1, 2sc into the next st* around. (15 sts)
Sc even for 13 rounds. Now is the time that you would want to surface crochet the mustard squiggle on in order to embellish your pup, using your mustard-colored yarn. Once you have your wavy line, stuff firmly.
Sc1, sc2tog* around. (10 sts)
Sc2tog around. (5 sts)
Break yarn and gather remaining stitches together. Tie tight and weave in ends.
To assemble, sew each outer bun to the inner bun, stuffing once you’ve closed closed up the seam about 5/6 of the way. Finish sewing the two pieces together and tie tight. Once you have both halves together, sew those pieces together across one long side to make a full bun. Nestle your tofu pup into the bun, and you’re all set to get your grill on!