If there’s one thing we love about Dachshunds, it’s their endless energy and goofy charm—and this little ornament captures it perfectly! The Dachshund Chasing Its Tail Christmas Ornament Crochet Pattern brings that same playful spirit to your holiday décor in the cutest handmade way.
A Whimsical Ornament for Dog Lovers
This tiny Doxie is caught mid-spin, chasing its tail in a loop of festive fun! Whether you’re a proud Dachshund parent or just love dog-themed décor, this project is sure to make you smile every time you see it twirling on your Christmas tree.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
🐶 Quick and fun to make—great for holiday crafting
🎁 Perfect for gifts, tree trimming, or adding to your handmade ornament collection
🧶 Works up beautifully in classic Christmas colors or your pup’s own shades
💖 A wonderful project for beginners or seasoned crocheters looking for a cheerful weekend make
Handmade Holidays with Heart
Crochet ornaments like this one remind us what handmade holidays are all about—joy, laughter, and a little bit of whimsy. Hang it on your tree, gift it to a friend, or make a whole pack of playful pups to spread the cheer!
✨ So grab your yarn and hook—your Dachshund is ready to chase its tail right into your heart this Christmas!
Materials:
I Love This Cotton worsted weight yarn:
15 yards red
5 yards green
20 yards white
1 yard black
10 yards Antique Gold
Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
Fiberfill
Gauge: 9 sts = 2”, 11 rows = 2”
Ornament measures approximately 3” diameter by 3.5” tall.
STITCHES:
Invisible decrease: https://youtube.com/shorts/0NC5nXyDvwI?feature=share
Ultimate finish: https://youtu.be/jVpTr8mId3I
Directions:
Rnd 1: With red yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds unless otherwise specified.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).
Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, inc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).
Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,*repeat around (24 sc).
Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).
Rnd 6: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (36 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off red yarn.
Rnd 7: Attach green yarn. *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off green yarn.
Rnd 8: Attach white yarn. Sc in each st. Do not join. Sc in next 21 sc to position dog head at front of ornament and joining sts at back.
Rnd 9: Sc in each st around: 7 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 2 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 19 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 2 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 8 white sc (42 sc).
Rnd 10: Sc in each st around: 7 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 2 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 19 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 2 white sc, 1 Antique gold sc, 8 white sc (42 sc).
Rnd 11: Sc in each st around: 6 white, 30 Antique gold, 6 white.
Rnd 12: Sc in each st around: 6 white, 31 Antique gold, 5 white.
Rnd 13: Sc in each st around: 6 white, 34 Antique gold, 2 white.
Rnd 14: Sc in each st around: 6 white, 35 Antique gold, 1 white.
Rnd 15: Sc in each st around: 5 white, 35 Antique gold, 2 white.
Rnd 16: Sc in each st around: 4 white, 2 Antique gold, 28 white, 4 Antique gold, 4 white.
Rnd 17: Sc in each st around: 4 white, 1 Antique gold, 29 white, 4 Antique gold, 4 white.
Rnd 18: Sc in each st around: 4 white, 1 Antique gold, 30 white, 2 Antique gold, 5 white. Fasten off Antique gold.
Rnd 19: Using only white yarn, sc in each st. sc in next 21 sc to put joining sts at back. Join with sl st. Fasten off white.
Rnd 20: Attach green yarn. *Inv dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (36 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off green.
Rnd 21: Attach red yarn. *Inv dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).
Rnd 22: *Inv dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).
Rnd 23: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc). Stuff firmly.
Rnd 24: *Inv dec, sc in next sts,* repeat around (12 sc).
Rnd 25: Inv dec 6 times (6 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length. Close with ult fin. Use remaining length of yarn to make a loop for hanging.
EAR:
With Antique gold yarn, ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 4 sc in last ch, sc in last lp on opposite side of foundation ch (6 sc). Fasten off leaving 4” length. Sew ear to Row 18 at top of head.
With black yarn, make French knot at tip of nose and another in Rnd 16 for eye.
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