Add a touch of equestrian charm to your accessories with this Amigurumi Horse Bag Charm crochet pattern! Inspired by the beauty and grace of horses, this adorable miniature creation captures their elegant shape, flowing mane, and playful personality in every stitch. With its detailed features and compact size, this crochet horse is perfect for adding a whimsical accent to your bag, keys, or even as a decorative piece. Whether you’re crafting for horse lovers, creating a unique handmade gift, or simply enjoy making delightful amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a tiny horse bursting with character! 🐴✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of brown, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature saddle or bridle for extra charm. Craft a classic horse charm with natural tones, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of animal-inspired amigurumi for a fun collection! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a stylish accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Horse Bag Charm is a creative and engaging project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade equestrian magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🐴 Amigurumi Horse Bag Charm Crochet Pattern
Add an equestrian touch to your accessories with this elegant amigurumi horse bag charm! With a sleek, minimalist design, this mini horse features a crocheted saddle, reins, and a stylish yarn mane and tail—all perfectly sized to dangle from your favorite handbag. 👜✨
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Basic shaping, color changes, and attaching accessories.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) in height when made with sport or DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Sport or DK weight cotton):
- Color A: Cream (Body)
- Color B: Brown (Hooves, Mane, Tail, Saddle, Reins)
- Crochet hook: 2.0–2.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- Keychain ring or loop cord for hanging
- 6 mm safety eyes or black beads
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐎 Head (Start with Color A)
MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rounds 4–7: sc around (18)
Round 8: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 4–5, 4–5 stitches apart.
Round 9: sc around (12)
Round 10: dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff lightly, close, and weave in.
🦄 Body (Color A)
MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rounds 4–10: sc around (18)
Round 11: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 12: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly. FO and leave a long tail for sewing.
🦵 Legs (Make 4 – Start with Color B)
MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: sc around (6)
Switch to Color A
Rounds 3–5: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly, FO, and sew under the body.
🦷 Ears (Make 2 – Color A)
Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch, hdc in next, sl st to finish.
FO and sew to the head between Rounds 2–3.
🧶 Mane (Color B)
Cut 6–8 strands (approx. 2 inches each).
Attach along top of head and down the back of the neck using lark’s head knot or sew in place.
Trim to form a tidy, stylized mane.
🎀 Tail (Color B)
Cut 5–6 strands of yarn (approx. 3 inches).
Tie together and sew or knot to back of the body. Trim ends neatly.
🪶 Saddle (Color B)
Ch 6
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (5)
Row 2–4: sc across (5)
Round 5: sc around the rectangle to create an edging (approx. 18 sc total)
FO and sew to back of horse.
🐴 Reins (Color B)
Ch 16, sl st to join.
Place over the head and sew a small cross on the snout as shown in the image. You can also make a double loop and sew at the back of the head to anchor.
🔗 Attachment Loop
Use Color B or strong cord:
Ch 25–30 (or use braided yarn).
Attach securely to the top center of the back or neck. Sew on or thread through a keyring or lobster clasp.
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Shape the head and limbs with your hands.
- Weave in all ends securely.
- Double check all sewn parts for durability if using as a charm.
💡 Customization Tips
- Use velvet or plush yarn for a soft texture
- Add tiny seed beads to the saddle for detail
- Make in monochrome for a modern luxury look
- Match the yarn color to your handbag for a cohesive style
This charming little horse is the perfect blend of playfulness and class—ready to trot along wherever you go! 🐎✨
