Welcome to the pastoral and heartwarming world of farm-inspired amigurumi! 🐄🌾 Today, I’m delighted to share my FREE crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Cattle—a charming tribute to the gentle giants of the countryside. Whether you’re creating a farmyard scene, stitching a gift for an animal lover, or simply want to celebrate rustic charm in yarn form, this design features a sweet-faced cow or bull with soft spots, a velvety muzzle, and an endearing expression that captures the peaceful spirit of rural life.
This design blends simplicity and character, with step-by-step instructions for the cattle’s sturdy body, sweet floppy ears, and optional udder or bell details. Choose classic black-and-white Holstein patterns, warm brown Jerseys, or even whimsical purple spots for a storybook look! The pattern works up quickly with basic stitches, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. 🐮 So grab your hooks, pick your coziest yarns, and let’s crochet a bovine friend who’s as sweet as fresh milk. “Every stitch is a moo-velous celebration of farm life!” 🧶💕
🐄 Amigurumi Cattle Crochet Pattern
This sweet sitting cattle is a perfect farmyard companion with its soft round body, big pink snout, tiny curved horns, and gentle expression. Designed with chubby proportions and sturdy legs, it sits upright on a shelf or bed and makes a wonderful gift for little animal lovers.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate — shaping, color changes, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 23–26 cm (9–10 inches) tall using plush or velvet yarn and a 4 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Velvet / plush yarn (or thick chenille):
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White — main body & head
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Pink — snout & inner ears
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Black — hooves, patches, ear tips
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Brown — horns
Other:
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4.0 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Polyester stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With white yarn:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7–R12: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between R9–R10, about 7 stitches apart.
R13: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R14: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R15: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
R16: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R17: dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🐽 Snout
With pink yarn:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–R7: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly and flatten slightly.
Sew centered low on face, just below eyes.
Embroider two small vertical nostrils.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Inner Ear (Pink)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
FO.
Outer Ear (White + Black Tip)
With white:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
Switch to black
R4: sc around (9)
FO.
Place pink inner ear on top of white piece and stitch together.
Fold base slightly and sew to head.
🐂 Horns (Make 2)
With brown yarn:
R1: MR 5 (5)
R2–R6: sc around (5)
Lightly stuff.
Curve gently and sew between ears.
🐄 Body
With white yarn:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7–R13: sc around (36)
R14: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R16: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly for sitting shape.
R17: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R18: dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🐾 Legs (Make 4)
With black yarn:
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–R4: sc around (12)
Switch to white
R5–R10: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly and flatten slightly.
Front legs attach slightly forward for sitting pose.
Back legs attach wider for stability.
🐄 Tail
With white yarn:
Ch 10
sl st back along chain
FO
Add small black tuft at tip and sew to back.
🐄 Patches
With black yarn, make 2–3 small ovals:
R1: MR 6
R2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
FO
Flatten and sew randomly onto body and head.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew head to body tilted slightly forward
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Attach legs for seated posture
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Sew ears and horns on top of head
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Attach tail and patches
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Shape snout forward for rounded muzzle
🐮 Final Details
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Lightly brush velvet yarn for softness
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Shape cheeks with fingers
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Add blush for extra charm
This cuddly little cattle sits proudly with its chunky legs and sweet face, ready to join any nursery, shelf, or playroom. With its soft texture and gentle expression, it’s the perfect handmade farm friend to brighten every space. 🐄💛
