I’m always on the hunt for inexpensive handmade gift ideas, and this one is a super cool find because the pattern is free, and it can be made with odd balls of leftover yarn from other projects! I am a beginning knitter, and haven’t learned to crochet yet, but this free puppy pattern and tutorial is inspiring me to give it a try!

If any of you are serious crafters and know of other free or inexpensive “pet projects” that I could share, please feel free to post a comment or email me using the contact page. I’d love to make “Pet Projects” into a weekly feature!