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 Red Rodeo Bull Crochet Pattern
Bring some bold western character to your handmade collection with this sturdy, adorable red rodeo bull! With its curved cream horns, dark hooves, round muzzle, and signature rope detail across its back, this bull balances ruggedness with charm. It stands firmly on four short legs and makes the perfect rustic companion for your shelf or a unique handmade gift.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and sewing pieces securely for a seamless, sculpted finish.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall when made with DK or light worsted yarn and a 3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Red yarn (main color): ~60 g
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Dark brown yarn (hooves): ~10 g
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Beige or cream yarn (horns and rope detail): ~15 g
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Black embroidery thread: small amount for nostrils
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10–12 mm black safety eyes
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2.5–3 mm crochet hook
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
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Optional: Wire for shaping horns
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🦶 Legs (Make 4 – start from hooves)
With dark brown yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3–R5. sc around (12)
Switch to red yarn:
R6–R10. sc around (12)
Stuff legs lightly and evenly.
FO for 3 legs. Keep the 4th leg unfastened to continue into the body.
🐃 Body (worked seamlessly with legs)
From the 4th leg, ch 3 and join to the first leg.
Crochet around all 4 legs and chains (≈54 sts).
R1–R8. sc around (54)
R9. (7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
R10–R12. sc around (48)
R13. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
R14–R15. sc around (42)
R16. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
R17–R18. sc around (36)
R19. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R20. sc around (30)
R21. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly as you go.
R22. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R23. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R24. dec x6 (6)
FO, weave and close.
🐂 Head (Red)
R1. MR, 6 sc (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–R15. sc around (36)
R16. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R17. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Insert 10–12 mm eyes between rounds 9–10, about 8 sts apart.
R18. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff very firmly to hold shape.
R19. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
R20. dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
Assembly Tip:
When sewing, tilt the head slightly downward onto the front of the body so the neck is hidden, creating the rounded silhouette shown in the photo.
🐽 Muzzle (Red)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5–R7. sc around (24)
R8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff lightly to maintain shape.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew centered on the lower face.
With black thread, embroider two short vertical nostrils and a small line under them for subtle mouth detail.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Red)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–R5. sc around (9)
FO, flatten and fold the base slightly.
Sew ears close to the eyes and slightly below the horns, angled slightly outward.
🌀 Horns (Make 2 – Beige)
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2–R3. sc around (6)
R4. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
R5–R6. sc around (9)
R7. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
R8–R12. sc around (12)
R13. (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
Stuff lightly and bend into an upward curve.
You may insert a thin piece of wire for extra shape.
Sew each horn symmetrically, pointing upward and slightly outward.
🧶 Tail
With red yarn:
Ch 14, sl st back along the chain.
FO and sew to the lower back.
Keep simple and unfrayed like the image (no tuft).
🔗 Rope Detail (Cream/Beige)
With cream yarn:
Ch 55, sc back across.
Optional: Work a second row of sc for a thicker cord.
Drape loosely across the back and sides and tack in place with a few small stitches so it curves naturally.
🪡 Assembly
1️⃣ Attach head to the front top of the body with no neck gap.
2️⃣ Sew muzzle smoothly onto the lower face.
3️⃣ Add ears just below horn bases.
4️⃣ Sew horns firmly, curving upward.
5️⃣ Add safety eyes and embroider eyebrows if desired.
6️⃣ Attach tail and rope detail.
7️⃣ Check stuffing balance to ensure the bull stands evenly.
🧶 Yarn Quantities
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Red (body, head, ears, muzzle, tail): ~60 g
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Dark brown (hooves): ~10 g
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Beige (horns, rope): ~15 g
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Black thread: scrap length
💡 Finishing Touches
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For a soft rustic finish, lightly brush the horns and rope detail with a fine comb.
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Add faint blush under the eyes for character.
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You can insert a small washer inside the body base to help it stand more stably.
Your red rodeo bull is ready to impress with its strong stance, gentle expression, and western charm! 🐂🤠
Perfect for a farmhouse display or as a handmade keepsake that shows off your crochet craftsmanship.
