Creating an amigurumi bucking bronco is a delightful journey filled with creativity and fun! 🐴✨ I’ve always been captivated by the charm of these small, crocheted creatures, and the idea of crafting a spirited bucking bronco brings an extra layer of excitement. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner eager to explore, designing an amigurumi horse offers a perfect blend of challenge and enjoyment. The process starts with gathering the right materials: soft, colorful yarn and a trusty crochet hook. As your fingers dance in rhythm, each stitch transforms into a leg, a tail, or a mane, bringing the bucking bronco to life, one colorful piece at a time.
The beauty of creating an amigurumi bucking bronco lies in the endless possibilities for personalization and expression. You can choose lively colors to match your vision, perhaps a deep chestnut for a classic look or something vibrant like turquoise for a whimsical touch. 🌈 Each detail, from the expressive eyes to the spirited stance, tells a story of its own. The joy is in the journey, as each session with your crochet hook brings you closer to completing your little masterpiece. By the time you’ve woven the last strand and secured it in place, you’ve not only created a toy but captured a moment of joy and creativity tangibly. Embracing this crafting adventure is like a daring ride; it’s thrilling, exhilarating, and leaves you with a sense of accomplishment and a charming companion to cherish.
🤠 Bucking Bronco Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Hold onto your hats! This bucking bronco and cowboy rider set brings the Wild West to life with incredible detail, from the floppy reins and saddle to the cowboy’s trusty hat and red neckerchief. This advanced amigurumi project is perfect for crocheters who love character design, accessories, and playful poses.
🧶 Skill Level
Advanced – Requires color changes, shaping, multiple small parts, and detailed sewing for assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 30 cm (12 inches) tall and 28 cm (11 inches) long when using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Light tan (Cowboy skin)
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Brown (Hair, boots, saddle, reins)
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Light gray (Horse body)
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Black (Horse mane, tail, and spots)
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White or cream (Hat and hooves)
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Red (Neck scarf)
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Light teal (Shirt)
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Blue (Pants)
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Gold or yellow (Belt)
Other Materials:
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes (2 pairs: cowboy and horse)
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Stitch markers
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Polyester fiberfill
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Optional: pipe cleaners or wire to pose limbs or hat brim
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
st(s) – Stitch(es)
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loops Only
FLO – Front Loops Only
🐎 Horse Pattern
🐴 Head
With light gray yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rounds 6–12: sc around (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO and stuff firmly. Add safety eyes between Rounds 5–6.
🐎 Ears (Make 2)
With light gray yarn:
MR, 4 sc (4)
Rounds 2–4: sc around (4)
FO and sew to top of head.
🐎 Body
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rounds 6–18: sc around (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly and FO.
🐎 Legs (Make 4)
With black yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
Switch to gray:
Rounds 3–10: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly and FO. Sew in galloping position.
🐎 Mane
With black yarn:
Ch 20, sl st to secure
Repeat with different lengths (15–25 ch) to make loops
Sew across top and down back of head.
🐎 Tail
Make long chains (ch 30–35) with black yarn, 4–5 strands
Tie and sew securely to rear of body.
🐎 Spots
With black yarn:
Make flat circles –
MR, 6 sc (6), sl st and FO
Vary sizes, sew randomly on body.
🐎 Hoof Line (Optional)
With black yarn: embroider line around lower leg section using back stitch.
🧑🌾 Cowboy Rider Pattern
👦 Head
With tan yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rounds 5–10: sc around (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO and stuff. Attach 10 mm safety eyes on Round 6, spaced 5 sts apart.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
MR, 5 sc (5)
FO and flatten. Attach to sides of head.
💇 Hair Cap
With brown yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rounds 5–7: sc around (24)
FO and sew to head, leaving front hairline exposed.
🤠 Hat
With cream yarn:
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
BLO sc 2 rounds
FLO (sc, inc) around for brim
FO and shape. Optionally insert wire in brim edge for flexibility.
👕 Torso
With teal yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rounds 4–9: sc around (18)
Switch to yellow:
Round 10: sc around (belt)
FO and stuff.
👖 Legs (Make 2)
With blue yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–9: sc around (12)
Switch to brown (boots):
Rounds 10–12: sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew to bottom of torso.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
With tan yarn:
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x3 (9)
Rounds 3–4: sc (9)
Switch to teal:
Rounds 5–10: sc (9)
FO and sew to torso sides.
🧣 Scarf
With red yarn:
Ch 20, weave around neck. Tie loosely or sew flat.
🐴 Saddle and Accessories
Saddle
With brown yarn:
Ch 12
Row 1: sc across
Rows 2–5: sc across
FO and shape over horse’s back.
Reins
Ch 50 with brown yarn
Wrap around horse’s muzzle and attach to hands.
Stirrups (Make 2)
Ch 8, join to form ring
Attach to side of saddle and thread cowboy’s boots through.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew cowboy’s head to torso securely.
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Position legs around saddle and attach firmly.
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Attach arms to hold reins.
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Secure reins across muzzle.
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Sew hat to head or leave removable.
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Add final details: scarf, belt, facial embroidery if desired.
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Position horse’s legs to look mid-buck or galloping.
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Fluff mane and tail for realism.
💡 Tips
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Use strong thread to attach cowboy to horse if displaying upright.
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Steam hat brim gently to help shape.
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Stitch through saddle and legs for extra reinforcement.
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Sew safety eyes tightly and reinforce with glue if for display.
💬 Final Thoughts
This bucking bronco and cowboy duo is full of energy and charm, perfect for display, gifting, or imaginative play. Round up your yarn and bring the Wild West home — and don’t forget to share your creation using #PunqaAmigurumi!
