Welcome to the majestic and spirited world of amigurumi! 🐎✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Arabian Horse—a beautifully elegant and dynamic creation perfect for equestrian lovers, nature-inspired collections, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and lifelike plush figures! 🌿 Whether you love stitching up graceful animals, creating detailed and textured designs, or simply want to add a stunning Arabian horse to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a sculpted plush with flowing mane, strong legs, and that signature Arabian charm! 🤍
This design embraces soft curves, intricate shaping, and rich tones to bring a sense of strength and beauty to your crochet projects! 🧶🏜️ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Arabian Horse turns out just right—ready to gallop into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out deep chestnuts, sleek blacks, or striking grays, and let’s stitch up a breathtaking Arabian horse! ✨

🐎 Amigurumi Arabian Horse – Free Crochet Pattern
Bring the elegance of the Arabian breed to life with this detailed amigurumi horse pattern! With flowing yarn mane, proud neck arch, and sturdy hooves, this doll makes a majestic companion or collector’s piece. ✨
✨ Skill Level
Advanced – requires careful shaping, color changes, and detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
~35 cm (14 in) tall using DK/worsted yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Light brown yarn – main body, head, legs
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White yarn – blaze, socks
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Dark brown yarn – hooves, mane, tail
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Black yarn/thread or 12 mm safety eyes – eyes
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Crochet hook 3.0 mm
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Stuffing (polyfill)
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Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
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Wooden base (optional, for display)
🧾 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR = magic ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
dec = decrease (sc2tog)
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
FO = fasten off
🧵 Pattern
Head (Light Brown with White Blaze)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc around (12)
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(sc, inc) × 6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30) -
(4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
12–15. sc around (36) -
(5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
17–22. sc around (42) – elongates the muzzle. -
(5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
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(sc, dec) × 6 (12) – stuff firmly.
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dec around (6)
FO, close.
Blaze (White):
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Embroider with duplicate stitch in irregular taper from forehead to muzzle.
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Blaze should not be perfectly straight — keep edges slightly jagged.
Nostrils:
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Embroider small horizontal lines with dark brown at bottom of muzzle.
Eyes:
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Insert safety eyes or embroider black circles with white highlights between R11–13, ~7 sts apart.
Ears (Make 2, Light Brown – Slim & Pointed)
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MR, 4 sc (4)
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(sc, inc) × 2 (6)
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sc around (6)
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(2 sc, inc) × 2 (8)
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(3 sc, inc) × 2 (10)
6–7. sc around (10) -
dec × 2, sc 6 (8)
FO, flatten into slim triangles.
Sew upright, angled slightly forward.
Body (Light Brown – Tapered)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc around (12)
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(sc, inc) × 6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
8–16. sc around (42) – broad barrel. -
(6 sc, inc) × 6 (48) – widen chest.
18–22. sc around (48) -
(6 sc, dec) × 6 (42)
24–28. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) × 6 (36) – begin taper near rump.
30–32. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
FO, stuff firmly.
Legs
Front Legs (Make 2, Longer and Slim):
With dark brown (hoof):
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc around (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to white (sock):
6–10. sc around (12)
Switch to light brown:
11–28. sc around (12) – long slim leg.
FO, stuff firmly.
Back Legs (Make 2):
Work same as front, but extend to R30 for slightly longer hind legs.
Tail (High-Set, Fanned)
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Cut 40–50 strands of dark brown yarn (~25 cm each).
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Attach high on rump using lark’s head knots.
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First row angled upward, second row layered below.
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Trim and fan outward for Arabian tail carriage.
Mane (Layered, Flowing)
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Cut many strands of dark brown yarn (~25–30 cm).
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Attach along neck crest, starting between ears and ending mid-neck.
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Make dense double rows for fullness.
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Trim to taper down face and shoulder, leaving strands long and flowing.
Assembly
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Sew head to body with slight upward angle (arched Arabian neck).
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Attach front legs directly under chest, back legs under rump.
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Sew ears and embroider nostrils.
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Add mane strands, brushing over one side of face.
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Attach tail high at rump, fan outward.
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Mount on wooden base for proud display (optional).
🌟 Finishing Touches
Your Amigurumi Arabian Horse is ready to gallop into your collection! Whether for display, play, or gifting, this graceful steed is sure to be adored. 🐎💫
