Posh Pooch Designs, Where it all Began | Posh Pooch Designs

Posh Pooch Designs 

Who came first?
Posh Pooch Designs or Maximo and Rosie?

See the Video on my Youtube Channel at this LINK

It All began with a little white spotted 

Chihuahua named Maximo.

My sister helped me find him. I really wanted a little girl dog,

But when we went to pick him up,

 I think we bonded on the spot.

The door was opened and he walked out, a little thin, a little scraggly, in need of a bath, but so beautiful.

 My sister picked him up and handed him to me.

He looked at me and licked my face.

That was it! I was his.

I named him Maximo because it means Bright little child.

He was very smart and learned his name 

and my commands quickly.

I started making him little sweaters and 

hats because he was cold all the time.

As most chihuahuas are.

I was worried that he was lonely when we were gone from the house and So we decided to get him a little sister.

When we got Rosie she was 14 weeks old 

and weighed 1.4 lbs.

 She was tiny and under fed, but I saw a special 

spark in her eyes and bounce in her step.

We were going to call Her Lily Bell, but when my

 husband saw her, he changed her name

to Rossita Bell -  Which means Rosebud.

At First I had to give her puppy milk, 

everything else made her sick. Eventually, she was able

 to eat real puppy food. 

As she grew bigger and stronger, 

her bond with Maximo grew as well.

He mothered her like she was his baby.

She was very playful and he was very patient.

Today they are inseparable. If one goes to the Vet. 

They both have to go or the other 

will cry the whole time they are gone.

Maximo and Rosie are the heart of 

Posh Pooch Designs

These two sweet and loving pooches are

 the reason I started designing

 and creating dog Sweaters, hats and a bunch more.

As well as, the reason I keep on designing.

You will rarely see on pooch without the other.

 I was a little bothered that now that Maximo 

and Rosie or 7 and 8 years old, that they are 

considered Senior Dogs.

They are still so young and playful, such patient 

Dog models.

They will do what ever is asked of them for the 

payment of a dog cookie or 2.

I still design Dog items, but also design items for people.

 That is why my I changed my theme from,

"Where crochet has gone to the dogs."

to

"Designs for pooches, designs for people,

 and designs for fun!"

Dog Sweaters Custom Made - New Etsy Listings | Posh Pooch Designs

I have made many Custom made Dog Sweaters

  through the years.

 They are my favorite items to make.

 And I love to see the dogs, and cats too, wearing them.

I love getting pics and seeing that they love them.

 Custom Orders are my most favorite kind of order!

I listed a some of them in 

My Etsy Shop,

Here are a few of the listings:

1. The Flowers Dog Sweater

For Small Dogs

It is a Sweater with a full tummy and

Sleeves.

There are 2 styles of flowers to choose from.

And you can choose any color or 

combination of colors for the sweater. 

2. Summer Style Dog Sweater

For Small Dogs

This Sweater is a summer Style, 

with a fun little trim on the hem and neck.

It has a full chest, but no sleeves.

You can choose between, hearts, butterflies or 

cupcakes for your appliques.

And Any color combination you want.

3. Rosie's Dog Sweater With a Flower.

For Small Dogs

This is a basic Dog sweater with a full chest, 

and fun big Flowers  with buttons at the center.

This Sweater can be made any colors of choice.

ANY Sweater, or item you see listed in 

My Etsy, or My Ravelry shops as a pattern,

 Can be a custom made item for you or your pet.

And ANY size. 

 If you want a larger dog size sweater or hat, 

or anything, just hit that

 "Request a Custom Order" tab or contact me 

and I will be happy to give you a quote.

Here is a link with pics of Dogs wearing

Custom items I have made for them.

Custom Made Dog item Pictures

Super Hero Dog Cape Free Crochet Pattern | Posh Pooch Designs

Is your Dog a Super Hero?  Mine are!

And They need a Super Hero Cape!


See the Video Tutorial on my Youtube Channel
at this LINK

Maximo is wearing the Blue cape with a paw patch

Get the Paw Patch Free Crochet Pattern HERE

Rosie is wear the Red Cape with a yellow oval badge.

Get that oval shape pattern Here

The R is for Rosie and chain stitched on.

Ok - For The Cape pattern.

Super Hero Dog Capes Crochet Pattern

 By Sara Sach

Add This Crochet pattern to Your Ravelry Favorites.

Skill : Easy

Materials:

Crochet Hook - H

Yarn - Worsted Weight( 4)1 OZ Red, Blue or What ever colors you want.

I used Red Heart Super Saver

Yarn Needle

Stitches:

Chain (ch)

Slip Stitch ( sl st)

Double Crochet ( dc)

Sizes- These are approximate sizes

XS- 2-5 lb dogs ( S-6-9 lb dogs, M- 10-15 lbs dogs)

Notes:  The neck ties are make to be short and tied in a permanent knot.

 I did this so the ties will not come untied, or get caught in the legs or nails.  

Also be careful about the length of your cape, as they can

 spin to the front, and get caught in the legs and nails, if they are too long.

R : 1  - Starting with the neck ties- Ch 52(61,72) Sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook,

sl st in the next 17(20,24) chs, 1 dc in the next 17(20,24),

 leave the last 17(20,24) un-worked, turn, ch 1.

R : 2 - 2 dc in the 1st dc, 1 dc in the next 15(18,22)dc, 2 dc in the last dc, ch 1, turn

(19, 22, 26 dc)

R : 3 - 2 dc in the 1st dc, 1 dc in the next 17(20,24)dc, 2 dc in the last dc, ch 1, turn

(21, 24, 28 dc)

R : 4 - 1 dc in each dc, ch 1, turn (21, 24, 28 dc)

R : 5 - 11(14,15) - Repeat R : 4 

R: 12 - 1 sc in each dc, tie off, weave in your ends.

Rosie and Maximo Say, 

"Adopt - Don't Buy" 

your next pet!

Black Light Cowl Crochet Pattern

This Cowl was made with the New Red Heart Stripes
Super Saver Yarn!
The Small size is made with 
Red Heart Gum Drop Yarn in Licorice.

I designed this Cowl a few years ago, 
but I was recently asked to make a video.
When Red Heart released the new Stripes colors, 
I thought it was perfect for the cowl.

The Dog Cowl made with the Black Light Yarn By Redheart.

I made Rosie Bell a Cowl with it.

This Snood or Cowl Can be worn like a hood or a cowl.

The Cowl Crochet Pattern is completely adjustable

 for any size Dog or Pet.

See The Video on my Youtube Channel 

at This LINK

Black Light Dog Cowl Crochet Pattern 
By Sara Sach

Please, AddThis Crochet pattern to Your Ravelry Favorites.

Skill - Easy

Materials -
Crochet Hook - I Hook

Yarn - Worsted Weight (4) about 2 oz.
            Red heart Super Saver Stripes, Black light Yarn - or any colors you like.

Yarn Needle

Tape measure
A Few Pony Beads are optional

Stitches - 

Slip Stitch ( sl st)

Chain (ch)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Double Crochet (dc)

Sizing -Measure your dog's neck - Rosie's neck is 9 inches.
3 chs = 1 inch,  3 x 9 =27 + 5 chs = 32

Pattern is written for the 9 inch dog neck

Notes:
Ch 1 does not counts as hdc
Ch3 counts as dc

R : 1- Ch 32

Join ch in a circle, do not twist ch.

R : 2 - Ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch around, join with a sl st, ch 2

R : 3 - R: 4 -  Repeat R : 2

R : 5 - Ch 3, 1 dc in the 1st st, *skip the next st, 2 dc in the next st*,

Repeat from * to * around, join, ch 3

R : 6 - Sl st to the space between the 1st 2 dc, 2 dc in the space between

 each set of dc around, join, ch 3

R : 7 - 10  - Repeat R : 5

Add or Subtract rows as needed for the length of your dog's neck. 

R : 11  - 1 hdc in each st around, join, ch 2

R : 12 - R: 13 - Repeat R : 11, tie off after R : 12

Tie  - Ch 55. lace through R : 13, tie a knot on each end. and cut off extra.

Add beads to the end of the ties or add pompoms

Pompom - Make 2-

Wrap yarn around your 3 middle finger 25 times. Lace a 10 inch piece

 of yarn through the loops and tie securely. 

Trim pompoms and tie onto the end of each tie. 

I Love how it turned out!!!!

And the colors are awesome!

Maximo and Rosie Bell Doing a Few Tricks!

This is a Quick little Video of

 Maximo and Rosie Bell

Doing a few tricks.

See this Video on my Youtube channel at this LINK

Maximo and Rosie Bell

are the real inspirations of

Posh Pooch Designs

The are the smartest,

 best dog models ever.

Doggie Tutu Free Crochet Pattern

I am So very thankful for my fans and followers.

To Say thank-you, I have written a crochet pattern

that is great for any fun dress up occasion

or costume.

Doggie Tutu

This tutu is also very comfy for your dog, 

or pet to wear.

And it is totally adjustable for any size.

We made a Video of How to 

Crochet the band and add the tulle skirt.

See This Video on my Youtube Channel at this LINK

Dog Tutu Crochet Pattern By Sara Sach

Please, Add This Crochet PatternTo Your Ravelry Favorites

SKill: Easy

Materials-

Hook : H
Yarn Needle
Tape Measure
Ribbon- 24 inches of your choice ribbon
1 Decorative Button of Choice
Rolled Tulle- About 18 12 inch length - your choice of colors

Yarn- Caron Simply Soft, worsted weight yarn- any color
Any color of Worsted weight yarn can be used, I really the softness
and shininess of Caron Simply soft for this project.

Stitches used:
Chain - ch
Double Crochet - dc
Slip Stitch - sl st

Getting Started:
The first thing you need to do is measure your dog's tummy according to the picture.
Add one inch to the measurement for comfy fit.

Belly Band -

Note : Ch1 at the end of each row is a turning ch, and does not count as a st.

R : 1 - Ch 10, turn. 1 dc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch across, ch1, turn

R : 2 - 1 dc in the 1st 2 dc, ch1, skip the next dc, 1 dc in the next 2 dc, ch1, skip the next dc, 1 dc in the st 3 dcs, ch1, turn ( 2dc, ch1, skip1, 2dc, ch1, skip 1, 3 dc, ch1, turn)

R : 3 - 1 dc in each dc and in each ch across, ch1, turn

R : 4 - Repeat R : 2 ( 2dc, ch1, skip1, 2dc, ch1, skip 1, 3 dc, ch1, turn)

Continue to repeat R: 3 and R : 4 until the length needed, Making sure to end row on the end with 2dc. (We will be attaching the Tulle on the side with 3dc.)

Top Edging : Turn, ch 4, sl st in the next row side. * ch 4, sl st in the next row side. Repeat from * across top of belly band. Tie off leaving about a 18 inch tail of yarn to sew the band closed later. Do not sew closed till after the tulle is attached.

Attaching the Tulle for the Tutu:

1. Cut the Rolled Tulle in 12 inch lengths - I used 24 pieces. You can use more or less.

It just depends on how full of a tutu you want. if your dog is Bigger, you can use longer then 12 inch lengths, as well.

2. Lay 2 lengths of Tulle, one on top of the other, for a double thickness. Fold in half and pinch the middle together. With your Crochet hook, loop the Center of the Tulle through the 2nd and 3rd dc in the center of the bottom of the belly band. Then pull through, gently pulling it snug.

3. Continue this same technique, working from the center out, on each side of belly band.

I wanted the tummy left without tulle, for going potty, but you can continue to work all the way around if you desire.

Also, you may need to trim the tulle, mine definitely needed trimming.

Embellishments :

I chose Halloween Ribbon and a Sparkle Pumpkin Button.

I attached the Ribbon and sewed on the button in the back center of the belly band, as close and I could to the tutu skirt.

Enjoy!

Craftsy is pretty Cool!

I have discovered Craftsy!

I already had a Craftsy account,

 which is free,

but I had not loaded any of my patterns.

I got an email awhile back that said,

 it was free to load your patterns,

 Which I thought about.

Every one has been talking about it,

so I tried it.

To See my Patterns that I listed

Just click this link:

Posh Pooch Designs

Not all of them are listed there.

and I still have them listed in my

Etsy Shop

and

Ravelry Shop

Happy Shopping!

You want Fries With that?

I Know they are totally silly,

but I had so much fun

making these 2 new designs.

My Models are such good sports!

Maximo in the Hamburger hat

and

Rosie in the Fries hat!

I need to take minute here and just....

Giggle!

I Love my chihuahuas,

and they love to model...

for cookies.

Close up of Maximo

 in the Hamburger hat.

Close up of Rosie

in the Fries Hat.

(I love that she is liking her lips -

she does love fries!)

These are 2 new designs that are now listed in my

 Ravelry shop

Crochet Patterns are listed

Raverly Shops.

How to Make Dog Shirts From Tom's Shoe Bags

I Love Tom's Shoes.

I have several pairs.

In each pair comes a Tom's Shoe Bag.

I have all these bags and thought, what can make from these.

Dog shirts .. What Else?  LOL!

What you need:

1 Tom's Shoe Bag

Yarn Needle

Crochet Hook : H

about 3-4 oz. Worsted Weight yarn

2  - 1/2 in buttons or larger

This is more of an idea, rather then a pattern.

So here is what I did:

First, I measured down the dog's back for length,

adding a 1/2 inch, and cut the top of the Toms Bag.

I folded it down about a 1/2 inch, ironed it flat

 and did a blanket st across the top.

I then stitched a  row of hdcs across, then another row of hdc.

 For the neckband :

I then chained 12 

( you will want to measure your dog's neck and add as many chs as needed) 

attach ch to the opposite side of the shirt top and join with a sl st.

Stitch 2 rows of hdc around.

Maximo's Shirt- I did a row of picot around neck

Rosie's Shirt - 1 row of shells around neck.

Belly band :

Measure down how far the band needs to be to fit your dog,

and center ten blanket stitches.

St 1 hdc in each st across, ch1, turn

for as many rows as you need it to fit your dogs belly.

To make Button holes:

sc in the 1st st, skip next st, (*2 dc, ch1, 2 dc) in the next st,

skip the next st, repeat (*) skip the next st, 1 sc in the last st, tie off

Rosie's Ruffle :

For Rosie's Ruffle, sew a row of Blanket stitches across the bottom of the bag,

and then st a row of hdc across, turn and ch 3

The next row st 2 dc in each hdc across, turn, ch 3

2 dc in each dc on the next row, turn, ch 3

The next row, 1 dc in each dc, tie off.

I also added a simple 8 petal flower with a button.

I Love Them.

What do you think??

Basic Custom Dog Sweater

I have been asked many times, "Do you make a Basic Custom Dog Sweater?"   I always say, "Yes, What do you have in mind?"  Basic means different things to different people.  It might mean plain with our any embellishments, or a solid color.  It could mean no sleeves, where another person might think, "No sleeves..you have to have sleeves"!

Here is what "Basic Custom Dog Sweater" Means to me:

A Sweater for a small Dog, 2-15 lbs, That is created by me,

 Sara Sach of Posh Pooch Designs. 

 with YOUR dogs measurements.  neck, tummy and length

In a color or colors of yarn that YOU Choose.

Here are few examples:

Variegated  with Fancy trim

Solids with solid trim

Solid with Pompoms (hat sold sep.)

Pastels for New puppies or for old puppies

Solid with a dog bone applique'

Solid with heart applique'

Solid with flower appliques' and Gem

 The creative possibilities are endless, colors and appliques, solids and variegated. 

I have quite the yarn collection, and if I don't have your choice of colors, I will get it.

 Hobby Lobby isn't that far.

Can I make your pooch a

"Basic Custom Dog Sweater"? 

And, If you would rather make it yourself here is the crochet pattern Link