6 Patterns On How To Knit Pet Christmas Stockings

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6 Knitting Patterns for Your Furry Friends

When it comes to the holidays, everyone in the family gets to be part of the celebration including your pets with these 6 Patterns On How To Knit Pet Christmas Stockings!

Having a knit pet stocking is a great way to make sure they get their own spot on the mantelpiece, ready to be filled with their favorite treats and toys.

My three cats, all love getting special snacks, so I know how important it is to include them in holiday traditions.

Making a special knitted item for a dog or cat shows them how much they are loved.

It is a thoughtful project that can be personalized just for them, whether you add their name or their favorite color.

A handmade item feels more special than anything you can buy in a store.

This collection of patterns is perfect for anyone who loves to knit and wants to make something special for their pet.

We have found six different patterns for creating a special christmas knit stocking that you can use to surprise your furry friend.

This blog post is for knitters of all skill levels, from those who are just starting to those with more experience.

If you are a pet owner, a knitter, or both, you will find a project that is just right for you.

Each pattern is free and available online, so you can start knitting right away.

In this roundup, you will find patterns with different techniques, like knitting in the round or knitting flat and then seaming.

Some patterns even include different animal charts so you can pick the one that looks most like your pet.

These projects are a fun way to get ready for the holidays and show your pets some extra love.

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Get Your Christmas Knit Stocking Patterns For Pets Below

There are many different types of stockings you can make for your pet.

You could knit a pattern with a bone shape for a dog, or one with a cat-themed motif.

There are also patterns that include color charts for different dog breeds and other animals, so you can pick the one that works best for your pet.

The roundup itself is formatted so you can easily find the one you want.

Each project listed below has a direct link to the pattern, so you don’t have to search for it.

We also give you some information about each pattern, like the required needles and yarn, so you can see if it’s a good fit for you.

Simply scroll down to see all the projects.

If you find a pattern you like, consider leaving a comment on the designer’s blog or a favorite on their Ravelry page to thank them for sharing their work.

Indy’s Puppy Christmas Stocking

This stocking is a custom design knit from the top down in the round. It uses three colors of fingering weight yarn and features cute dog-themed charts. The pattern includes access to an editable chart so you can add your own pet’s initials.

Project Size: 4″ wide, 16″ top to toe
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: Worsted (9 wpi)
Brand: Palette
Needle: 5 – size 1 (2.5 mm) double pointed knitting needles
Video: No
Pattern Format: Written
Designer: Rebecca (Roush) Brown of Chemknits

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Pet Christmas Stockings

This free and quick project is designed to be knit flat and then seamed together. It has a double stockinette stitch cuff and a heel shaped with short rows. The designer suggests using scrap yarn to cross-stitch your pet’s name on the finished stocking.

Project Size: Any size
Level: Unspecified
Yarn Weight: Worsted (9 wpi)
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: US 7 – 4.5 mm
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Jackie Henderson of Jackie Henderson’s Ravelry Store

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Fair Isle Pet Christmas Stockings

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This is a free pattern for intermediate knitters that uses techniques like knitting in the round and fair isle. The pattern is very versatile, providing 15 different color charts with designs for different animals and holiday themes. The charts include various dog breeds, cats, bones, and paw prints.

Project Size: Approximate Measurements: Cuff to toe–13 inches; Circumference–6 1/2 inches
Level: Intermediate
Yarn Weight: Worsted (9 wpi)
Brand: Unspecified
Needle: 7 16” circular needle size 7 DPNs (or 32” circular for Magic Loop Method)
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Simply Serving Designs

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Givin’ the Dog a Bone Stocking

This is a pattern designed specifically for a dog’s Christmas stocking. The stocking is knit in the round and can be made by holding two strands of worsted weight yarn together or with one strand of chunky yarn. The designer mentions using craft foam for a name tag.

Project Size: Unspecified
Level:
Yarn Weight: Worsted (9 wpi)
Brand: Red Heart and Caron
Needle: Red Heart and Caron
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Robin Mooney of Robin Mooney’s Ravelry Store

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Pawz

This pattern is for a Christmas stocking that features paw prints. The design is worked flat from the top down and uses the Intarsia colorwork technique. The pattern includes a chart and a phototutorial to help guide you.

Project Size: One size to fit them all
Level:
Yarn Weight: Aran (8 wpi)
Brand: Novita
Needle: US 3 – 3.25 mm
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Marjukka Vuorisalo of Marjukka Vuorisalo’s Ravelry Store

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Kitty’s Treat Stocking

This pattern is designed for cats and includes instructions for both large and small sizes. The pattern gives options for making embellishments from felt or craft foam. It also offers an alternative for knitting the drawstring for those who don’t want to crochet.

Project Size: Instructions for both large and small sizes are included.
Level:
Yarn Weight: Aran (8 wpi)
Brand: Red Heart and Caron
Needle: US 9 – 5.5 mm
Video: No
Pattern Format: PDF Download
Designer: Robin Mooney of Robin Mooney’s Ravelry Store

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