I’m sharing the last of five weekly roundups including handmade gift ideas as part of the sixth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was handmade gift ideas for pets and this collection includes 18 crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for blankets and beds, garments and accessories, and more, along with 36 more ideas to get your creative juices flowing!
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18+ Free Handmade Gift Ideas for Pets
Last week’s theme for the Christmas in July Make Along was gifts for pets. It’s never too early to get a jump start on the handmade holidays! Today’s roundup includes 18+ free crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for handmade gift ideas for pets, including sweaters and a t-shirt; beds, a blanket, and a pillow; scarves and kerchiefs; toys; and more. Find your next project in this collection of gift ideas for a dog, cat, or small pet on your handmade holiday list!
7 Crochet Patterns
These 7 free crochet patterns for handmade gift ideas for pets include beds, a sweater, a blanket, a cushion, a hideaway and a cave.
- Brooklyn Dog Sweater by Creations by Courtney: This pattern is available in 7 sizes and includes a measurement chart.
- Basketweave Cat Blanket by Underground Crafter: This pattern includes a complete video tutorial.
- Marvin’s Dog Cushion by You Can Crochet: This pattern has video tutorials, including one for using the slip stitch to embroider DOG on the pillow.
- Cat Hideaway by Lovable Loops: This pattern works up quickly in super bulky yarn.
- Yin-Yang Cat Bed by Moogly: This oversized pet bed is perfect for cats or small dogs.
- Cat Cave by Heart Hook Home: This trendy cave is part of the 2024 Series of Pet Patterns.
- Harbor Pet Bed by Make and Do Crew: This machine-washable bed has high sides which can be rolled down or kept up. It is available in 2 sizes.
6 Knitting Patterns
These 6 free knitting patterns for handmade gift ideas for pets include sweaters, a scarf, a couch, a toy, and socks.
- Cheer for the Elves Dog Sweater by Craftopia Collective: This pattern is available in 5 sizes and as a free PDF download.
- Holiday Snarf Scarf by Handmade by Stacy J: This scarf with a bell pattern is available in 2 sizes.
- Fraser Tartan Dog Sweater by Handy Little Me: This pattern is available in 3 sizes and is knit flat and seamed.
- Mouse Catnip Toy for Cats by Kristin Omdahl: This pattern is available in both knit and crochet versions and includes a video.
- Cat Couch by Sarah White for Craft Gossip: This pattern describes how to make a mini pet couch with instructions for adjusting the size.
- Cat Socks via AllFreeKnitting: If you can get your cat to wear these, I am impressed! The pattern is available in 2 sizes.
5 Sewing Patterns
These 5 free sewing patterns for handmade gift ideas for pets include a t-shirt, a kerchief, a leash, a bed, and a tunnel.
- Pet Taco Tunnel by Morena’s Corner: This pattern includes a video tutorial.
- DIY Dog Leash by Heather Handmade: This beginner sewing pattern makes a dog leash using a fat quarter.
- Cat Kerchief by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom: Change the fabric for another holiday or for a year-round favorite! Also fits a small dog.
- Doggone Raglan by Wild and Wanderful: This pattern is available in sizes from XS through XXL and includes video tutorials.
- Pet Bed by Sweet Red Poppy: This pattern is available in 5 sizes.
Still looking for more handmade gift idea inspiration? Check out these roundups for 36 more handmade gift ideas for pets:
- 18+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Pets including crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns,
- 17+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Pets including crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns and crafty tutorials, and
- Holiday Pet Quilt sewing pattern