Bigger is always better, or so we’re led to believe here in America. Grande sounds good, but why stop there when you can get a Venti, or even a Trenta? While you’re at it, you might as well super-size that order, or just get your whole meal in a bucket when no other vessel is large enough to accommodate. The literal proportions of the situation can quickly get out of hand, but by no means is this a criticism- More of an amused observation. I fully accept my own guilt when it comes to pushing reasonable size limitations in all aspects, and especially when it comes to food. Though I’d like to think of myself as more rational, balanced, or reserved, it’s hard to deny when the entire volume of your largest suitcase is occupied by just one doughnut.
Somehow it figures that the single largest object to have ever emerged from my crochet hook would be a dessert. Coming from this sweet-toothed and food-obsessed crafter, what else could it have really been? Billed as a “floor poof,” I’d like to think that this creation is genuinely more functional than frivolous. Kick up your feet and use it as an ottoman; stack up some reading material to enjoy it as a side table; cozy up with it on the couch as a super plush pillow. Really, its utility is as expansive as its physical size.
What I didn’t anticipate was that everyone in the house would want to make the most of this enormous fiberfill fritter.
It should come as no surprise that dogs love doughnuts too. One four-legged visitor discovered that my cotton snack cake was in fact the perfect size for a dog bed. Seeing this sweet pup so happily wedged in the center, it was hard to argue that in this case, bigger really was better. Maybe I should try stepping it up next time and build one with a Great Dane in mind. It’s best to keep thinking big, right?
Pattern from Twinkie Chan’s Crocheted Abode a la Mode.
Now that is a supersized do-nut I can really get behind! (And get my behind, behind, so to speak.) I LOVE it! I WANT it! How many pounds and what kind of filling does it contain? And can I copy it? (Probably never will, other than in my mind. But, you never know.)
And I love your enthusiasm! It weighs about 15 pounds and is stuffed with polyester fiber fill (I used this brand, which is great because it doesn’t clump up.) It’s super simple to make- Just time consuming!
Loving that donut😀
The original Instagram post truly tickled me — love seeing it in action! So absurdly cute.
Best of luck getting that giant donut back ;)
Oh I know… I’m already plotting out color schemes for a second one that I can actually keep. ;)
You’re multi-talented, Hannah. :-) Who knew?
janet
I love this, so fun and such a sweet pic!
That is a thing of beauty and wonder! That pooch has excellent taste! (and maybe you’ve found your calling…..supersize donut doggy beds?)
You know, I’d sure love to take on custom orders for more doughnut dog beds… Feel free to spread the word! ;)
If I wasn’t so far away I’d place one! I bet if you set up an Etsy store the word would spread in no time :)
It might be big, but nothing’s too big to ship these days! ;) I’m seriously tempted to make a go of it… I’m just a terrible sales person is all.
Muahaha! It’s so lovely and so perfect! What a wonderful job you did! And the… ahem… icing on the cake/doughnut is the pooch getting all comfy in it. So sweet : ) Thanks for sharing this and keep those coming! As other commenters said, there are lots of dogs that would totally, totally dig this—especially the ones not allowed on their humans’ couches! <3
Super cute!!How did you get it in a donut shape?
Thanks for the post :)
Erika
It’s simply crocheted flat and then pulled around into a ring. Tough to describe in writing, but the pattern makes it very easy!
I love this SO much!
Nailed it with the title
Do or Do-nut? I donut knownut!
So cute! I may have to make one for my dog now! :)