Inspired by kitsch Americana and iconic diner style, Twinkie Chan’s fun hot dog project works up fairly quickly so you can make matching orders for all your friends ready for the next slumber party. Don’t stop at a plain dog either – customise yours by gluing on felt versions of your favourite toppings. We’re thinking sauerkraut, onions, ketchup and mustard. Though this project will definitely satisfy your crochet cravings, we cannot – and will not – rule out fridge raiding.

MATERIALS
■ Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice, 100% acrylic, 100g/156m per ball (or similar aran weight yarn), one ball each in Mustard (158) (Yarn A), Beige (123) (Yarn B), Brick (133) (Yarn C), Scarlet (113) (Yarn D), Radiant Yellow (157) (Yarn E)
■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook
■ Tapestry needle
■ Scissors
■ Stitch marker
■ 50cm (193⁄4”) thin
elastic or ribbon to create ties for your head (or crochet your ties instead if you’d rather)
■ Needle and thread to match Brick yarn