Snoopy Crochet: Free 9-Inch Beagle Pattern

A snoopy crochet beagle is pure happiness in yarn form. With his white body, floppy black ears, and that unmistakable red collar, he is one of the most recognizable characters you can make with a hook, and he has been making people smile for generations.

Below I am sharing everything about making one: the round-head construction, the ear and collar details that make him instantly recognizable, and the yarn choices that keep him soft and cuddly. At the end, you can grab my free snoopy crochet pattern to make your own.

Why a Snoopy Crochet Beagle Is a Must-Make

Some characters never fade, and Snoopy is one of them. A snoopy crochet beagle works for almost any occasion: a nursery shelf, a holiday stocking, a get-well gift, or a desk companion for a lifelong Peanuts fan. He reads as friendly from across the room, which is exactly what you want in a handmade gift.

He is also a wonderful skill-builder. The whole beagle is worked in simple single crochet rounds, so a confident beginner can make him, while the separate ears, collar, and embroidered face teach the assembly skills every amigurumi maker needs. This free Snoopy crochet pattern from CrochetDB uses the same classic round-by-round construction.

The Anatomy of a Snoopy Beagle

A beagle looks simple, but three details do all the work: the round head, the long black ears, and the red collar. Get those right and everyone knows exactly who he is.

The Round Head

The head starts with a magic ring and grows through even increase rounds to about 36 stitches at its widest, then decreases back down to close. Work with a 3.5 mm hook so the fabric is dense and no stuffing peeks through. Stuff the head firmly before the opening gets small, because a beagle with a lumpy head loses all his charm. If you have made our crochet bunny, the head shaping will feel very familiar.

The Black Ears

The ears are what make him Snoopy. Each ear is a long, slightly tapered piece worked in black yarn, then sewn to the sides of the head so the ears flop forward. Keep them long: short ears read as a generic dog, while long ears read as a beagle. Pin both ears in place before you sew so they sit symmetrically.

The Red Collar

The red collar is the finishing touch. Work a simple band of red single crochet long enough to wrap the neck with a little overlap, then sew the ends together at the back. It sits right where the head meets the body and gives the whole beagle his classic look. A small black nose and embroidered eyes complete the face, just like the step-by-step Snoopy pattern from Ambush Store shows.

Yarn, Hook, and Size

Worsted-weight (#4) yarn is the best choice for a snoopy crochet beagle. White acrylic or cotton for the body, black for the ears and nose, and red for the collar. Use a US E-4 (3.5 mm) hook, one size smaller than the yarn label suggests, so the stitches stay tight and the stuffing stays hidden.

My pattern finishes about 9 inches (23 cm) tall, sitting, which is a lovely shelf size. One 100 g skein of white worsted-weight yarn is plenty for the body and head, plus small amounts of black and red from your stash. For a tiny keychain version, work the same shaping in sport-weight yarn with a 2.5 mm hook.

Displaying and Gifting Your Beagle

A finished beagle looks wonderful on a nursery shelf, a bookcase, or tucked into a holiday display. Pose him sitting upright with his ears flopped forward, and he practically begs to be picked up. He also makes a sweet car-dashboard companion, as long as he is kept out of direct sun.

For gifting, pair him with a handwritten note, or tuck him into a gift basket with our crochet grinch for a character duo any cartoon fan will love. Character amigurumi are always popular at craft fairs too, especially around the holidays.

Get the Free Pattern

Looking for a snoopy crochet pattern free to download? I wrote the complete Snoopy Crochet pattern as a printable PDF: the round head and body, the long black ears, the red collar, and my tips for embroidering a sweet face. It is free for our newsletter subscribers, so use the signup box at the top of this article to get your copy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the finished snoopy crochet beagle?
About 9 inches (23 cm) tall, sitting, when worked in worsted-weight yarn with a 3.5 mm hook.

What yarn is best for a snoopy crochet beagle?
Worsted-weight (#4) acrylic or cotton: white for the body, black for the ears and nose, and red for the collar.

What hook size do I need?
A US E-4 (3.5 mm) hook, slightly smaller than the yarn label suggests, so the stuffing stays hidden.

How much yarn does one beagle use?
One 100 g skein of white worsted-weight yarn is plenty, plus small amounts of black and red from your stash.

Are the ears hard to attach?
Not at all. Pin both ears symmetrically before sewing so they flop forward evenly on each side of the head.

Can a beginner crochet the beagle?
Yes. The whole beagle uses single crochet in rounds, so a confident beginner can make it. The pattern is rated easy.