Welcome to the wild and adventurous world of amigurumi! 🤠🐂 Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Rodeo Bull—a bold and playful creation perfect for rodeo fans, Western décor enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting dynamic and expressive plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up powerful animals, experimenting with textured details, or simply want to add a spirited rodeo bull to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with sturdy legs, curved horns, and a touch of cowboy charm! 🌵
This design embraces rich browns, rugged textures, and intricate shaping to bring a lively and energetic presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Rodeo Bull turns out just right—ready to charge into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out earthy hues, and let’s stitch up a fantastic rodeo bull! 🐂
🐂 Amigurumi Rodeo Bull Crochet Pattern
Add some western charm to your amigurumi collection with this adorable rodeo bull! With its chunky horns, serious snout, and bold red coloring, this bull is both cute and rugged. The legs are crocheted together with the body for a sturdy, seamless look—perfect for display or play.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Basic shaping, color changes, and crocheting legs together with the body.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
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Color A: Red (main body)
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Color B: Dark Brown (hooves)
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Color C: Beige/Cream (horns and rope detail)
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Black embroidery thread (nostrils, mouth)
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Crochet Hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Optional: Pipe cleaners or wire for shaping horns
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🦵 Legs (Make 4, starting from bottom)
Use Color B:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to Color A:
6–12. sc around (12)
Stuff legs lightly
Do not FO the last leg—continue to Body section.
🐂 Body (crocheted with legs)
Join all 4 legs in the round:
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From the 4th leg, ch 3 and join to 1st leg with sc. Sc around all 4 legs + chs (12 x 4 + 6) = 54
14–21. sc around (54) -
(7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
23–25. sc around (48) -
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
27–29. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
31–32. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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sc around (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff body firmly. -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close hole.
🐃 Head
Use Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–13. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Insert eyes between Rounds 8–9
Stuff and shape -
dec x6 (6)
FO and close. Sew to body.
Embroider nostrils and mouth with black yarn.
🐮 Ears (Make 2)
Use Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
FO, fold in half and sew sides together. Attach to head.
🌀 Horns (Make 2)
Use Color C:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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sc around (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
4–7. sc around (9) -
(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
9–12. sc around (12)
Lightly stuff and shape curve
FO and sew to top sides of head.
🧶 Tail
With Color A:
Ch 12, sl st back
FO and sew to back. Add tuft with short strands.
🔗 Rope Detail
With Color C:
Ch 45–50
Weave around neck/back like a lasso and tack down with stitches
💡 Tips & Ideas
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Add a bell to the neck for a playful touch
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Use safety eyes with felt backings for extra expression
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Crochet a cowboy hat to match the rodeo theme
This amigurumi rodeo bull is bold, fun, and full of personality—perfect for gifting or keeping on your western-themed shelf! 🤠🐂
