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Are you looking Horse to create a charming handcrafted companion that brings joy to children and collectors alike? This detailed horse amigurumi pattern offers the perfect opportunity to craft a delightful crocheted horse with a flowing mane and tail. Suitable for intermediate crocheters, this project allows you to create a huggable friend with distinctive features and personality.
What You Need for Your Horse Amigurumi
Before diving into this crochet project, gather these essential materials:
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 yarn in Dark Brown (#008) – 1 skein
- Rainbow Cotton 8/4 yarn in Beige (#004) – 1 skein
- Crochet hook size 2.5 mm
- One pair of 6 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Pins for placement
- Tapestry needle for assembly
- Scissors
Horse Understanding the Crochet Terminology
To follow this pattern successfully, familiarize yourself with these standard abbreviations:
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- bo – bobble stitch (4 half dc together in the same stitch, yarn over and pull through all stitches on hook)
- inc – increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec – decrease (2 sc together)
- (xx) – indicates the stitch count at the end of each round
- [ ] – repeat instructions within brackets
Creating Your Horse Amigurumi Step by Step
Head
Start with beige yarn (color #004):
Round 1: Begin with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Round 4: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Round 5: [3 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (30) Round 6: [4 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (36) Round 7: [5 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (42) Rounds 8-9: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42) Round 10: 10 sc, 1 bobble stitch, 12 sc, 1 bobble stitch, 18 sc (42) Round 11: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42)
Switch to dark brown yarn (color #008):
Rounds 12-14: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42) Round 15: [5 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (36) Round 16: [4 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (30) Round 17: [4 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (36) Round 18: [5 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (42) Round 19: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42) Round 20: [6 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (48) Round 21: Work 1 sc in each stitch (48) Round 22: [7 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (54) Round 23: Work 1 sc in each stitch (54) Round 24: [8 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (60) Round 25: Work 1 sc in each stitch (60) Round 26: [9 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (66) Rounds 27-30: Work 1 sc in each stitch (66)
Now attach the safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, with 17 stitches between them.
Round 31: [9 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (60) Round 32: [8 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (54) Round 33: [7 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (48) Round 34: [6 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (42) Round 35: [5 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (36) Round 36: [4 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (30) Round 37: [3 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (24)
Stuff the head firmly at this point.
Round 38: [2 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (18) Round 39: [1 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (12)
Add more stuffing to ensure the head maintains its shape.
Round 40: Decrease 6 times (6)
To finish, sew through one loop of each of the 6 remaining stitches. Pull the thread tight to close the opening, and weave in the end.
Horse Ears (Make 2)
Use dark brown yarn (color #008):
Round 1: Start with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Rounds 3-4: Work 1 sc in each stitch (12) Round 5: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Rounds 6-7: Work 1 sc in each stitch (18) Round 8: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Rounds 9-12: Work 1 sc in each stitch (24) Round 13: [2 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (18) Round 14: Work 1 sc in each stitch (18) Round 15: [1 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (12)
Fold the ear flat and join edges with slip stitches. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for attaching to the head.
Horse Inner Ear (Make 2)
Use beige yarn (color #004):
Chain 7, turn, make 6 sc, then 2 sc in the last stitch. Rotate and continue on the opposite side to form an oval shape: 5 sc, 1 increase, 5 sc, 1 increase, 6 sc, finish with 1 slip stitch.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing the inner ear to the outer ear.
Horse Body
Use dark brown yarn (color #008):
Round 1: Begin with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Round 4: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Round 5: [3 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (30) Round 6: [4 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (36) Round 7: [5 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (42) Round 8: [6 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (48) Round 9: [7 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (54) Round 10: [8 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (60) Round 11: [9 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (66) Rounds 12-19: Work 1 sc in each stitch (66) Round 20: [9 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (60) Rounds 21-23: Work 1 sc in each stitch (60) Round 24: [8 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (54) Rounds 25-27: Work 1 sc in each stitch (54) Round 28: [7 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (48) Rounds 29-31: Work 1 sc in each stitch (48) Round 32: [6 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (42) Rounds 33-35: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42)
Start stuffing the body at this point.
Round 36: [5 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (36) Rounds 37-39: Work 1 sc in each stitch (36) Round 40: [4 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (30) Rounds 41-42: Work 1 sc in each stitch (30) Round 43: [3 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (24) Round 44: Work 1 sc in each stitch (24)
Stuff the body firmly, then cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for attaching the head.
Tummy
Use beige yarn (color #004):
Round 1: Begin with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Round 4: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Round 5: [3 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (30) Round 6: [4 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (36) Round 7: [5 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (42) Round 8: Work 1 sc in each stitch (42)
Finish with 1 slip stitch in the first stitch. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for attaching to the body.
Arms (Make 2)
Start with beige yarn (color #004):
Round 1: Begin with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase 6 times (12) Round 3: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Round 4: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Rounds 5-6: Work 1 sc in each stitch (24) Round 7: [2 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (18) Round 8: Work 1 sc in each stitch (18) Round 9: [4 sc, decrease] repeat 3 times (15) Round 10: Work 1 sc in each stitch (15)
Switch to dark brown yarn (color #008):
Rounds 11-27: Work 1 sc in each stitch (15)
Stuff the arms firmly at the bottom and less densely toward the top, leaving a small unstuffed space at the opening. Close with slip stitches, then cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for attaching to the body.
Legs (Make 2)
Start with beige yarn (color #004):
Round 1: Begin with a magic ring and work 6 sc into it (6) Round 2: Increase 6 times (12) Round 3: [1 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (18) Round 4: [2 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (24) Round 5: [3 sc, increase] repeat 6 times (30) Rounds 6-7: Work 1 sc in each stitch (30) Round 8: [3 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (24) Round 9: Work 1 sc in each stitch (24) Round 10: [2 sc, decrease] repeat 6 times (18) Round 11: Work 1 sc in each stitch (18)
Switch to dark brown yarn (color #008):
Rounds 12-25: Work 1 sc in each stitch (18) Round 26: [4 sc, decrease] repeat 3 times (15)
Stuff the legs firmly at the bottom and less densely toward the top, leaving a small unstuffed space at the opening. Close with slip stitches, then cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for attaching to the body.
Mane
Use beige yarn (color #004) to create three separate pieces:
Long piece: Chain 60, then work 2 hdc in each stitch back along the chain. Center piece: Chain 50, then work 2 hdc in each stitch back along the chain. Short piece: Chain 40, then work 2 hdc in each stitch back along the chain.
Tail (Make 2)
Use beige yarn (color #004):
Chain 50, then work 2 hdc in each stitch back along the chain.
Assembling Your Horse Amigurumi
Follow these steps for perfect assembly:
- Head: Position the head slightly downward. Pin it to the body first for correct placement. Sew through the body stitches and then through the head. Before closing completely, add extra fiberfill to the neck area to prevent wobbling.
- Ears: Attach the ears approximately 10 rows behind the eyes, with 8-10 stitches between them.
- Legs: Position the legs under the tummy, angling them slightly outward. Sew them about 3 rounds from the bottom of the body.
- Arms: Attach the arms approximately 1 round from the top of the neck.
- Tummy: Center the tummy piece on the body, sewing through the front loops only. Keep the tummy flat while attaching to prevent bulging. Pro tip: Attach the arms and legs before the tummy for easier placement.
- Mane: Pin the three mane pieces to the head. Secure them by sewing a few stitches at each end and in the middle. For children’s toys, add extra securing stitches throughout.
- Tail: Attach both tail pieces to the center of the back side.
Weave in all ends thoroughly to ensure durability.
Customization Ideas for Your Horse Amigurumi
While following this pattern creates a beautiful horse, consider these variations to make your creation unique:
- Change the yarn colors to create different horse breeds – try black and white for a pinto, or reddish-brown for a chestnut
- Add embroidered details like nostrils or a smile
- Crochet a small saddle as an additional accessory
- Create a mini version using finer yarn and a smaller hook
- Incorporate metallic thread into the mane and tail for a festive or magical effect
Care Instructions for Your Amigurumi
To keep your horse amigurumi looking its best:
- Spot clean with mild soap and water
- Air dry completely
- Store away from direct sunlight to prevent color fading
- If safety eyes were used, keep away from very young children
- Gently brush the mane and tail occasionally to maintain their fullness
Perfect as a Gift or Keepsake
This horse amigurumi makes an excellent gift for:
- Children who love animals
- Horse enthusiasts of any age
- Nursery or playroom decorations
- Collectors of handmade toys
- Baby shower presents
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Conclusion
Creating this horse amigurumi allows you to craft a charming, huggable companion with character and charm. The flowing mane and tail, along with the carefully shaped body and expressive eyes, result in a delightful crocheted friend that will be treasured for years to come. Whether you’re making it for yourself or as a gift, this detailed pattern guides you through every step of the process to ensure a beautiful finished piece.
Happy crocheting!
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