Welcome to the world of crochet, where you can create your very own lovable bull amigurumi with our free pattern! This adorable amigurumi design is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters, offering a fun and enjoyable crafting experience. Whether you’re a farm animal enthusiast or just looking for a charming crochet project, our step-by-step guide will help you bring this cute bull to life.
Abbreviations:
ml: chain stitch
sc: single crochet
inc: increase
dec: decrease
Supplies:
1 ball of 100g ecru yarn
1 ball of 50g black, red, olive green, and brown yarn
4mm crochet hook
Safety eyes
Polyester stuffing
2 black and olive green buttons
30×30 cm piece of green fabric
PATTERN
The Head
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 4: 2 sc, inc all around = 24 sc.
Row 5: 3 sc, inc all around = 30 sc.
Row 6: 4 sc, inc all around = 36 sc.
Row 7: 5 sc, inc all around = 42 sc.
Row 8: 6 sc, inc all around = 48 sc.
Row 9: 7 sc, inc all around = 54 sc.
Row 10 to 17: 1 sc all around.
Row 18: 1 dec, 7 sc all around = 48 sc.
Row 19: 1 dec, 6 sc all around = 42 sc.
Row 20: 1 dec, 5 sc all around = 36 sc.
Row 21: 1 dec, 4 sc all around = 30 sc.
Row 22: 1 dec, 3 sc all around = 24 sc.
Row 23: 1 dec, 2 sc all around = 18 sc.
Row 24: 1 dec, 1 sc all around = 12 sc.
Row 25: 1 dec in each stitch = 6 sc.
Stuff with polyester stuffing.
Fasten off and leave a long tail for assembly.
The Tongue (Optional)
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 4: 1 sc in each stitch all around.
Row 5: 8 sc, turn the work.
Row 6: 1 dec, 6 sc, turn the work.
Row 7: 1 dec, 5 sc, turn the work.
Row 8: 1 dec, 4 sc, fasten off.
Place the tongue under an eye and attach the eyes with safety backs. The cow’s head is now complete. Shape it to your liking.
The Muzzle
Part 1:
Row 1: Chain 12.
Row 2: 1 sc in the second chain from the hook, 9 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, 8 sc on the other side of the chain, 2 sc in the last chain, join.
Row 3: 9 sc, 1 inc in the next 3 stitches, 8 sc, 3 inc, totaling 29 sc.
Row 4 to 8: 1 sc all around.
Attach the muzzle to the head, pull a thread through each end of the muzzle to form the nostrils. You can attach the eyes and shape the face a bit at this stage.
Part 2:
(Continuation of the muzzle)
Row 1: Chain 12.
Row 2: 1 sc in the second chain from the hook, 9 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, 8 sc on the other side of the chain, 2 sc in the last chain, join.
Row 3: 9 sc, 1 inc in the next 3 stitches, 8 sc, 3 inc, totaling 29 sc.
Row 4 to 7: 1 sc all around.
Fold the second part of the muzzle in half and sew it to the first part along the edge. Add some ink inside the nostrils for dimension.
The Horns (x2)
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 3 sc, inc all around = 15 sc.
Row 4 to 6: 1 sc all around. Fasten off.
The Ears (x2)
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc all around.
Row 4: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 5: 1 sc all around.
Row 6: 2 sc, inc all around = 24 sc.
Row 7 and 8: 1 sc all around.
Row 9: 2 sc, 1 dec all around = 18 sc.
Row 10 and 11: 1 sc all around.
Row 12: 1 sc, 1 dec all around = 12 sc.
Row 13: 1 sc all around.
Row 14: 1 dec all around = 6 sc.
Cut a long tail for assembly, attach the ears on each side of the head.
The Spot (on the cow’s body)
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 4: 1 sc in each stitch all around.
Row 5: 8 sc, and turn the work.
Row 6: 1 dec, 6 sc, and turn the work.
Row 7: 1 dec, 5 sc, and turn the work.
Row 8: 1 dec, 4 sc, fasten off.
Place the spot under an eye and attach the eyes with safety backs. The cow’s head is now complete. Shape it to your liking.
Now, you’ll need to assemble the head and body securely using a yarn needle.
The Arms (x2)
Row 1: (In black) Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 4: 8 sc, inc all around = 20 sc.
Row 5 to 8: 1 sc all around.
Row 9: 8 sc, 1 dec all around = 18 sc.
Change the color to beige.
Row 10 to 28: (In beige) 1 sc all around.
Row 29: Stuff the arm. Fold the arm in half, joining both sides with 1 sc all along = 9 sc.
Cut a long tail for assembly to the body.
The Feet (x2)
Row 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring.
Row 2: Inc all around = 12 sc.
Row 3: 1 sc, inc all around = 18 sc.
Row 4: 2 sc, inc all around = 24 sc.
Row 5 to 11: 1 sc all around.
Row 12: 2 sc, 1 dec all around = 18 sc.
Row 13: 1 sc, 1 dec all around = 12 sc.
Row 14: 1 dec all around = 6 sc.
Cut a long tail for assembly and attach to the leg.
The Legs (x2)
Row 1: Chain 20.
Row 2 to 5: (In black) 1 sc all around.
Change the color to beige.
Row 6 to 20: (In beige) 1 sc all around.
Cut a long tail for assembly.
Supplies for Clothing and Accessories:
1 ball of 50g red and olive green yarn
1 square piece of 30×30 cm printed fabric matching the yarn colors
4mm crochet hook
2 pairs of buttons
Overalls (Salopette)
Row 1: Chain 62.
Row 2: 1 dc in the second chain from the chain, 1 dc all around = 60 dc.
Row 3 to 15: 1 dc all around.
Sew a seam in the center of the work for about 4 rows to form the crotch of the overalls.
Making the Suspenders (x2)
Row 1: Chain 8.
Row 2: 1 dc in the second chain from the chain, 1 dc until the end of the row = 6 dc.
Row 3 to 30: Turn the work, 2 ch, 6 dc.
Attach the suspenders and sew on the buttons.
The Shoes (x2)
Row 1: Chain 10.
Row 2: 1 dc in the 2nd chain from the hook, 7 dc, 3 dc in the last chain, 6 dc, 2 dc in the last chain. Join.
Row 3: 2 ch, 8 dc, 2 dc in the next 3 dc, 7 dc, 2 dc in the last dc. Join.
Row 4: 2 ch, 9 dc, 2 dc in the next 5 dc, 8 dc, finish with 2 dc in the remaining dc.
Row 5: 1 dc in the back loop of each stitch.
Row 6 and 8: 1 dc in each stitch.
Row 9: 12 dc, decrease 9 dc, finish the row with dc.
Row 10: 10 dc, decrease 5 dc, finish the row with dc.
Row 11 to 14: 1 dc in each stitch all around. Cut the yarn, and repeat the same steps for the second bootie.
The Bandana
Cut a piece of fabric measuring 30×30 cm. Sew a seam around the entire perimeter, then fold it in half to form a triangle. Attach it around the cow’s neck.
Your little cow is now complete!
