Introduction
Welcome to the delightful world of amigurumi! Today, we will create a charming Highland Cow that embodies whimsy and joy. This project is perfect for all skill levels, offering a satisfying blend of creativity and craftsmanship.
Project Details
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Size: Approximately 30cm tall when using recommended yarn
- Time: 8-10 hours
Materials
- Bulky weight yarn in Rust (Main Color), Beige (Muzzle/Horns), Blue, White, and Yellow
- 4.0mm crochet hook
- Two 12mm black safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle, stitch markers, and two tiny buttons for sandals
Abbreviations
- mr: Magic Ring
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: Invisible Decrease
- hdc: Half Double Crochet
- dc: Double Crochet
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- FLO: Front Loop Only
The Pattern
The Head
Using Rust yarn, we will build the head with rounded features.
R1: 6 sc in mr (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
R9: (7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)
R10: (8 sc, inc) x 6 (60)
R11: (9 sc, inc) x 6 (66)
R12: 66 sc (66)
R13: 20 sc, (inc, 1 sc) x 4, 18 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 4, 12 sc (74)
R14-18: 74 sc (74)
Insert safety eyes between R14 and R15, leaving 9 stitches between them.
R19: 20 sc, (dec, 1 sc) x 4, 18 sc, (1 sc, dec) x 4, 12 sc (66)
R20: (9 sc, dec) x 6 (60)
R21: (8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)
R22: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
R23: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
R24: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
R25: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R26: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Stuff the head firmly.
The Muzzle
Using Beige yarn.
R1: ch 6. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Turn to work the other side of the chain: 3 sc, inc in last ch (12)
R2: inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc (18)
R3: 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc (24)
R4-5: 24 sc (24)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
The Curved Horns (Make 2)
Using Beige yarn.
R1: 4 sc in mr (4)
R2: 1 sc, inc, 2 sc (5)
R3: 2 sc, inc, 2 sc (6)
R4: 2 sc, inc, 3 sc (7)
R5: 3 sc, inc, 3 sc (8)
R6: 4 sc, inc, 3 sc (9)
R7: 4 sc, inc, 4 sc (10)
R8: 5 sc, inc, 4 sc (11)
R9: 5 sc, inc, 5 sc (12)
R10-12: 12 sc (12)
Fasten off, leaving a tail.
The Body
Using Rust yarn.
R1: 6 sc in mr (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
R9-15: 48 sc (48)
R16: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
R17: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
R18: 36 sc (36)
R19: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R20: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R21: 24 sc (24)
Fasten off.
The Striped Dress
Alternate Blue and White yarn every 2 rounds. Start with Blue.
R1: ch 31. Join with a sl st to form a ring. (30)
R2: 30 sc (30)
R3-5: 30 sc (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: [Change to White] 36 sc (36)
R8: FLO 36 inc-dc (72)
R9-12: 72 dc, alternating colors (72)
The Accessories
The Crossbody Bag:
Using Yellow.
R1: 6 sc in mr. R2: 6 inc (12). R3-7: 12 sc. Fold flat and sc across the top. ch 35 for the strap.
The Sun Hat:
Using Yellow.
R1-6: Standard circle increases up to 36 sc. R7-10: 36 sc. R11: FLO (1 sc, inc) around for the brim.
Assembly
Muzzle: Sew the muzzle between rounds 15 and 20 of the head, centered between the eyes. Stuff slightly before closing.
Horns: Sew the horns to the top of the head between rounds 4 and 8, ensuring the curve points upward and outward.
Ears: Sew the ears just below the horns.
Fringe: Cut 10cm strands of Rust yarn and attach them between the horns, trimming to create a fringe look.
Flowers: Crochet tiny daisies and sew them to the head crown and the dress.
Final Notes
Enjoy your time creating this adorable Highland Cow! Don’t forget to share your finished project!
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