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Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern

Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern

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Whether you're making a nursery gift or a new friend for a horse lover, this plushie is designed to be the ultimate snuggle companion that stands out on any shelf.

Why You'll Love This Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern

I honestly can't get enough of how the mane looks—using thinner yarn for the hair creates such a realistic contrast against the bulky velvet body. Plus, joining the legs as you go means less sewing later, which is always a win in my book!

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I've always had a soft spot for horses, and making one in this velvet yarn just feels like the ultimate cozy project. When I first made this, I was a bit nervous about the color changes on the face, but they really are what gives the horse its character. If you find the velvet yarn a bit tricky to see, try working under a bright light or feeling for the stitches with your fingers—it gets much easier with practice!

One thing I love to do is customize the mane. I used a dark brown sport weight yarn for mine, but imagine a white horse with a rainbow mane or a black stallion with a silver one! You can really let your creativity run wild here. The needle sculpting for the eyes is also a game changer; it pulls the face together and gives the horse that sweet, soulful expression. Don't rush that part—take your time to get the eyes exactly where you want them before you tie off. It’s those little details that turn a simple crochet project into a treasure you’ll want to keep forever.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When you're working the color changes on the head from Round 9 to 14, keep your tension even so the white blaze doesn't pull or look lopsided.✗ If you don't use BLO for the hooves in Round 4, you'll lose that sharp edge that makes them look like actual feet, so keep a close eye on those loops.✗ The mane bundles can get tangled if you attach them too loosely; make sure to pull your slip stitches tight when securing each strand to the head.✗ Attaching the legs in Round 8 and 21 requires careful alignment; if the horse looks like it's leaning, you might need to shift the leg placement by one stitch.

Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern

You're going to love how soft and squishy this little horse turns out! Using velvet yarn makes it extra cuddly, and the color changes on the face give it so much personality. It's a satisfying project that looks impressive but comes together beautifully once you get the hang of the leg joins. I find that the chunky texture makes the stitches fly by, so you'll have a new stable friend in no time.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Velvet Plush Horse Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky velvet yarn (Himalaya Dolphin Baby or similar) in a main color (65g), white (25g), and hoof color (18g)
  • 02
    Small amount of red or contrast velvet yarn for the bridle (50cm)
  • 03
    Sport weight yarn (YarnArt Jeans or similar) for the mane and tail (15g)
  • 04
    Thin black yarn for facial details (30cm)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    4.0 mm crochet hook (or 3.5 mm if you have loose tension)
  • 02
    5.0 mm crochet hook for attaching mane and tail strands
  • 03
    Two 14mm black safety eyes
  • 04
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing (about 100g)
  • 05
    Large-eye tapestry needle
  • 06
    Stitch markers
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    Cardboard pieces (8.5cm and 12cm wide) for measuring hair strands

Progress Tracker

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— 1. Head :

Round 1 :

Using white yarn, 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

24 sc (24)

Round 6 :

24 sc (24)

Round 7 :

(4 sc, inc) x 4, then work 4 sc (28)

Round 8 :

28 sc (28)

Info :

Bring in the main color yarn. For the next several rounds, you will alternate between the main color (M) and white (W).

Round 9 :

3 sc (M), 6 inc (W), 19 sc (M) (34)

Round 10 :

5 sc (M), 9 sc (W), 20 sc (M) (34)

Round 11 :

6 sc (M), 7 sc (W), 21 sc (M) (34)

Round 12 :

7 sc (M), 5 sc (W), 22 sc (M) (34)

Round 13 :

8 sc (M), 3 sc (W), 23 sc (M) (34)

Round 14 :

8 sc (M), 3 sc (W), 23 sc (M) (34)

Info :

From this point forward, use only the main color yarn. Place safety eyes between Rounds 9 and 10.

Round 15 :

(5 sc, dec) x 4, then work 6 sc (30)

Round 16 :

30 sc (30)

Round 17 :

(4 sc, dec) x 5 (25)

Info :

Begin stuffing the head and continue as you go.

Round 18 :

(3 sc, dec) x 5 (20)

Round 19 :

(2 sc, dec) x 5 (15)

Round 20 :

(1 sc, dec) x 5 (10)

Round 21 :

2 dec (8)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Use a tapestry needle to pick up the front loops of the remaining stitches, pull tight to close the gap, and weave in your tail.

— 2. Ears :

Round 1 :

Using main color, 5 sc into a MR (5)

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc) x 2, then 1 sc (7)

Round 3 :

7 sc (7)

Round 4 :

1 sc (M), inc (W), (1 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc) (M) (10)

Round 5 :

inc (M), 3 sc (W), (inc, 5 sc) (M) (12)

Round 6 :

2 sc (M), 3 sc (W), 7 sc (M) (12)

Round 7 :

2 sc (M), 3 sc (W), 7 sc (M) (12)

Info :

Flatten the ear and sl st the bottom edges together. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— 3. Forelegs :

Round 1 :

Using dark hoof color, 6 sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

BLO 18 sc (18)

Round 5 :

18 sc (18)

Round 6 :

18 sc (18)

Round 7 :

Switch to white yarn. BLO 18 sc (18)

Round 8 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3, then 3 sc (15)

Round 9 :

15 sc (15)

Info :

Stuff the lower half of the leg.

Round 10 :

Switch to main color. (3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Round 11-18 :

12 sc (12)

Round 19 :

Flatten the top and work 6 sc through both layers to close. Fasten off.

— 4. Hind Legs :

Round 1 :

Using dark hoof color, 6 sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

BLO 18 sc (18)

Round 5 :

18 sc (18)

Round 6 :

18 sc (18)

Round 7 :

Switch to white yarn. BLO 18 sc (18)

Round 8 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3, then 3 sc (15)

Round 9 :

15 sc (15)

Info :

Stuff about two-thirds of the leg.

Round 10 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Round 11-13 :

12 sc (12)

Round 14-18 :

Switch to main color. 12 sc (12)

Round 19 :

Flatten the top and work 6 sc through both layers to close. Fasten off.

— 5. Body :

Round 1 :

Using main color, 6 sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

6 sc, 6 sc through first hind leg and body, 15 sc, 6 sc through second hind leg and body, 9 sc (42)

Round 9-13 :

42 sc (42)

Round 14 :

32 sc, (3 sc, dec) x 2 (40)

Round 15 :

3 sc, dec, 35 sc (39)

Round 16 :

(5 sc, dec) x 5, then 4 sc (34)

Round 17 :

34 sc (34)

Round 18 :

(4 sc, dec) x 5, then 4 sc (29)

Round 19 :

29 sc (29)

Round 20 :

(3 sc, dec) x 5, then 4 sc (24)

Round 21 :

5 sc, 6 sc through first foreleg and body, 5 sc, 6 sc through second foreleg and body, 2 sc (24)

Info :

Stuff the body firmly as you continue.

Round 22 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 23-24 :

18 sc (18)

Round 25 :

7 sc, 8 sl st, 3 sc (18)

Round 26 :

7 sc, sl st (8)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for attaching the head.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the ears to the head right where the white blaze transitions into the main color.
  • Position the head onto the body and sew securely using the long yarn tail left from the neck.
  • Embroider the nostrils using brown velvet yarn between Rounds 3 and 4 of the muzzle.
  • Create the bridle by wrapping red velvet yarn around the muzzle and behind the head as shown in the photos.
  • Attach the 24cm hair bundles in front of the ears to create the bangs.
  • Secure the 17cm mane bundles in 8 rows down the back of the neck, two bundles per row.
  • Arrange the tail bundles in a diamond shape on the rear of the horse and pull through.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always work in continuous spiral rounds without joining unless the pattern specifically tells you to.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of every round, especially with fuzzy velvet yarn.
  • 💡Stuff the head and body firmly to maintain the shape, but go lighter on the upper parts of the legs so they stay flexible.
  • 💡When changing colors, pull the new color through the last two loops of the previous stitch for a clean transition.
  • 💡If your velvet yarn sheds while sewing, try singeing the tip very briefly with a lighter to seal the fluff.

I really hope you enjoyed making this sweet little horse as much as I did! There's something so magical about seeing that little face come to life with the needle sculpting and the mane. Don't forget to give your new friend a name and maybe a little brush-through of that tail. If you're feeling adventurous, try making a whole stable in different colors! This horse is the perfect size for hugging and makes such a thoughtful, handmade gift for someone special. Happy crafting, and I can't wait to see your finished ponies! 🧶🐴✨

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FAQs

Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of velvet?

Yes, but your horse will be much smaller and you'll need to drop your hook size to about 2.5mm or 3mm to keep the stuffing from showing.

What if I don't have 14mm safety eyes?

You can embroider the eyes with black yarn instead, which actually makes the toy safer for very small children!

My mane looks a bit thin, what should I do?

You can simply add more bundles! The pattern suggests 2 per row, but you can crowd them closer together for a thicker, more luscious look.

Why do I need two different hook sizes?

The 4mm is for the tight stitches of the body, while the 5mm makes it much easier to pull the many strands of the mane through the plush fabric.