Bring the majestic charm of a Horse to life with this Amigurumi Horse crochet pattern! 🐴✨ With its flowing mane, sturdy stance, and expressive eyes, this design captures the essence of this noble creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for an equestrian enthusiast, a farm-inspired décor piece, or simply love animal-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in mane textures, color variations, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature saddle to enhance its personality. Choose classic browns and blacks for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a countryside setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi horse is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this graceful creature to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐴 Amigurumi Horse Crochet Pattern
Saddle up for a heartwarming project with this adorable amigurumi horse! With its gentle face, playful mane, and cozy body, this little equine friend is perfect for nurseries, farm playsets, or gifts for horse lovers.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, limb shaping, and decorative details.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
-
Worsted weight yarn:
-
Light brown (Main body)
-
Cream/white (Snout blaze, belly, leg cuffs)
-
Pink (Snout)
-
Dark gray (Hooves)
-
Dusty pink & lavender (Mane)
-
-
3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
-
Safety eyes (12–14 mm)
-
Stitch marker
-
Yarn needle
-
Scissors
-
Polyfill stuffing
-
Optional: wire brush for fluffing mane
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐴 Head
Start with brown:
-
MR, 6 sc
-
inc x6 (12)
-
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
-
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
-
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
-
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36)
Switch to pink (snout):
15–20. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
-
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
-
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, approx. 6 stitches apart.
Stuff firmly. -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
-
dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
👃 Snout Embellishment
Using brown yarn, embroider two small nostrils on each side of the pink muzzle area.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Start with beige:
-
MR, 4 sc
-
(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
-
sc around (6)
-
(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
-
(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
-
sc around (12)
FO, flatten, and sew to the top of the head angled slightly outward.
🧠 Mane (Make 6–10 curls)
Use pink and lavender:
-
Ch 16–20
-
Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in each st to end
FO. Sew spirals along the center of the head from front to back.
🐎 Body
Start with white (belly side):
-
MR, 6 sc
-
inc x6 (12)
-
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
-
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
-
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Switch to brown:
6–14. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
-
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
-
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly. -
dec x6 (6)
FO and close. Sew head on top.
🐾 Arms/Legs (Make 4)
Start with gray:
-
MR, 6 sc
-
inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
Switch to white:
5–6. sc around
Switch to brown:
7–12. sc around
Stuff lightly and flatten top.
FO and sew 2 on each side as arms, 2 flat to base for legs.
🧵 Finishing Touches
-
Sew the ears and arms in place securely.
-
Shape the face by slightly tightening the muzzle with your yarn needle if needed.
-
Optional: brush the mane for a fluffier texture.
-
Add a short tail (ch 5–6, attach curled strands) if desired.
💡 Customization Ideas
-
Use black and white yarn for a zebra variant!
-
Add a little saddle or bridle for a more detailed toy
-
Create multiple ponies in pastel shades for a whimsical stable
This cozy little horse is ready to trot into someone’s arms for endless cuddles and joy! 🐎💖
