Say hello to the Amigurumi Bull Terrier, a playful pup with a big heart and even bigger personality! 🐾🧶 With its signature egg-shaped head, perky ears, and stout little body, this crochet cutie captures all the charm of the beloved bull terrier breed. Whether you’re a dog lover, a fan of quirky designs, or just looking to add a loyal companion to your handmade menagerie, this pup is sure to win you over with every stitch.
Perfect for crocheters who enjoy bold shapes and expressive features, this pattern brings the bull terrier’s unique look to life in the most adorable way. Add a tiny collar, stitch on a spot or two, or personalize it to match your own furry friend. The Amigurumi Bull Terrier is a joyful way to stitch up loyalty, character, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵✨🐶
🐶 Amigurumi Bull Terrier Crochet Pattern
Bring home the charm of a loyal companion with this hand-crocheted bull terrier — complete with its signature egg-shaped head, playful stance, and bold black eye patch. This pattern captures the strength and sweetness of the breed, making it a perfect addition to any amigurumi collection or a heartfelt handmade gift for dog lovers. 🐾
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – shaping, color changes, and detailed assembly
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 25 cm (10 in) tall when made with DK yarn and a 3 mm hook
🧺 Materials
- Cream/off-white yarn – 100 g (main color)
- Black yarn – 15 g (eye patch, nose, and mouth)
- 3 mm crochet hook
- 10 mm safety eyes
- Polyfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle and scissors
- Stitch markers
- (Optional) thin wire for tail or leg shaping
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🐾 Head
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
R6 – (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
R7–R9 – sc around (36)
R10 – (5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
R11–R13 – sc around (42)
R14 – (5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
R15–R17 – sc around (36)
R18 – (4 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
R19–R20 – sc around (42)
🖤 Eye Patch
R16: Work 24 sc in cream, switch to black for 12 sc, complete round in cream.
R17: Work 24 sc in cream, 12 sc in black, complete in cream.
R18: Work 24 sc in cream, 12 sc in black, complete in cream.
This forms an oval black patch on the left side of the head.
Insert the left safety eye within the black patch (R16–R17).
Insert the right eye 7 stitches away from the patch edge on the same round.
R21 – (5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
R22 – (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
R23 – (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
R24 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
R25 – (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
R26 – dec × 6 (6), FO.
Stuff firmly while shaping the rounded muzzle.
🐽 Nose
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – sc around (18)
R5 – (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
R6 – dec × 6 (6), FO.
Stuff lightly and sew to snout tip.
Embroider a vertical nose line and a small curved smile below.
💪 Body
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
R6 – (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
R7 – (5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
R8–R12 – sc around (42)
R13 – (5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
R14–R18 – sc around (36)
R19 – (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
R20–R21 – sc around (30)
R22 – (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
R23 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
R24 – (sc, dec) × 6 (12), FO.
Stuff firmly to maintain the broad chest and compact shape.
🦵 Front Legs × 2
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – sc around (18) → creates rounded paw ball
R5 – BLO (sc, dec) × 6 (12) → defines paw crease
R6–R7 – sc around (12)
R8 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18) → widen to leg size
R9–R17 – sc around (18)
R18 – (sc, dec) × 6 (12), FO.
Stuff firmly to maintain solid cylindrical shape.
🦵 Back Legs × 2
R1–R9 – repeat front leg instructions for identical shape and thickness.
FO and stuff.
🐾 Tail
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 3 (9) → thicker base
R3–R4 – sc around (9)
R5 – (sc, dec) × 3 (6)
R6–R12 – sc around (6), FO.
Stuff lightly.
Sew high on the rump (around R22 of the body), angled slightly upward.
👂 Ears × 2
R1 – MR 6 (6)
R2 – inc × 6 (12)
R3 – (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5–R8 – sc around (24)
R9 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
R10–R11 – sc around (18)
R12 – (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
R13 – sc around (12)
R14 – dec × 6 (6), FO.
Flatten and sew upright on top of the head with the front edge aligned to eye level.
🧵 Assembly
Head: Sew the head to the top front of the body (between R6–R8). Position nearly vertical with a 10–15° forward tilt to create the natural muzzle slope.
Legs:
- Front legs: Attach between R7–R9 of the body, slightly forward under the chest.
- Back legs: Attach between R18–R20, angled about 15–20° backward.
- Space each pair about 8–10 stitches apart on each side for a stable stance.
Tail: Attach high on the rump, angled slightly upward.
Ears: Position symmetrically on top of the head for the classic bull terrier look.
Embroider the final mouth line, adjust stuffing for balance, and shape gently with your hands.
🌟 Finishing Touch
Your bull terrier amigurumi is complete — standing proud with its broad chest, smooth curved muzzle, upright ears, and signature patch that gives it unmistakable personality. Display this handmade pup as a symbol of loyalty and fun, or gift it to someone who loves the unique charm of this beloved breed. 🐾💗
