[Finished product] Crochet cute Cow with Stand

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how to crochet a cute Cow – crochet tutorial, guides and patterns

Creating a cute cow amigurumi is a fun and rewarding project. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you crochet your adorable cow character.

Materials Needed:

  • Yarn: White (for the cow), black (for the spots and hooves), green (for the overalls), red (for the bow tie), and any other colors you like for details.
  • Crochet hook: 2.5mm-3.5mm, depending on your yarn thickness.
  • Safety eyes: 6-10mm (or you can use black yarn to embroider the eyes).
  • Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing.
  • Yarn needle: For sewing pieces together.
  • Stitch markers: Optional, to keep track of rounds.

Abbreviations:

  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together)
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • MR: Magic ring
  • FO: Fasten off

Body and Head (Worked in Continuous Rounds)

Round 1:

  • Start with white yarn. Make a magic ring, and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Inc in each stitch (12).

Round 3:

  • 1 sc, inc around (18).

Round 4:

  • 2 sc, inc around (24).

Round 5:

  • 3 sc, inc around (30).

Rounds 6-12:

  • Sc around (30) to build the body.

Round 13:

  • 3 sc, dec around (24).

Round 14:

  • 2 sc, dec around (18).

Round 15:

  • 1 sc, dec around (12). Start stuffing the body as you go.

Round 16:

  • Dec around (6). Finish stuffing the body.

FO, leaving a long tail to close the opening. This will be the body of your cow.

Head

Round 1:

  • Using white yarn, make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Inc in each stitch (12).

Round 3:

  • 1 sc, inc around (18).

Round 4:

  • 2 sc, inc around (24).

Round 5-9:

  • Sc around (24) for 5 rounds.

Round 10:

  • 2 sc, dec around (18).

Round 11:

  • 1 sc, dec around (12). Start stuffing the head.

Round 12:

  • Dec around (6).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach the head to the body.

Arms (Make 2)

Round 1:

  • Using white yarn, make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Inc in each stitch (12).

Rounds 3-7:

  • Sc around (12) for 5 rounds.

Round 8:

  • Switch to black yarn for the hooves. Sc around (12).

Round 9:

  • Dec around (6). Lightly stuff the arms.

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing. Attach the arms to the sides of the body.

Legs (Make 2)

Round 1:

  • Start with black yarn for the hooves. Make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Inc in each stitch (12).

Round 3:

  • 1 sc, inc around (18).

Round 4:

  • Switch to white yarn and sc around (18).

Rounds 5-8:

  • Sc around (18) for 4 rounds.

Fasten off, lightly stuff, and leave a long tail for sewing. Attach the legs to the bottom of the body.

Ears (Make 2)

Round 1:

  • Using white yarn, make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • 1 sc, inc around (9).

Round 3:

  • 2 sc, inc around (12).

Round 4-5:

  • Sc around (12) for 2 rounds.

Fasten off and sew the ears onto the head.

Horns (Make 2)

Round 1:

  • Using light grey or beige yarn, make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Sc around (6).

Fasten off and sew the horns on top of the head.

Tail

Round 1:

  • Using white yarn, chain 8.

Round 2:

  • Starting in the second chain from hook, sc across (7).

Fasten off and attach the tail to the back of the cow’s body.

Spots (Make 3-4)

Round 1:

  • Using black yarn, make a magic ring and sc 6 into the ring (6).

Round 2:

  • Inc in each stitch (12).

Fasten off and sew the spots randomly on the cow’s body.

Overalls

Step 1:

  • Using green yarn, start by chaining 24 to create a loop that goes around the cow’s body.

Step 2:

  • Join to form a circle and sc around for 5-6 rounds to make the overall shape.

Step 3:

  • Chain 6 and sc across to form one of the overall straps. Repeat for the other side.

Sew the overalls onto the cow.

Bow Tie

Step 1:

  • Using red yarn, chain 10.

Step 2:

  • Sc in each stitch across. Repeat for 3-4 rows.

Step 3:

  • Fold the rectangle into a bow shape and wrap a piece of yarn around the center. Sew the bow tie under the cow’s neck.

Face Details

  • Safety eyes: Place them between Rounds 7-8 of the head.
  • Muzzle: Using white yarn, embroider or crochet a small oval shape for the cow’s snout.
  • Nostrils and smile: Use black yarn to stitch small details for the mouth and nostrils.

Assembly

  • Sew the head, arms, and legs to the body.
  • Attach the overalls and bow tie.
  • Place the spots, tail, and other decorative elements.
  • Add any finishing details like blush on the cheeks or extra stitches for texture.

Conclusion:

Your cute cow wearing a bow tie and green overalls is complete! This adorable amigurumi is perfect for gifts, decorations, or just a fun crochet project. Enjoy crafting your little cow character! 🐄

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