This amigurumi unicorn floor cushion is a unique hybrid crochet design that combines a soft, supportive floor cushion with a cuddly unicorn character. 🦄
Designed as both a functional seat cushion and a decorative amigurumi plush, it is perfect for children’s rooms, reading corners, nurseries, and cozy play spaces.
The unicorn features an attached head, upper body, and arms that gently rest on the cushion, creating a playful and huggable look while remaining stable and comfortable.
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🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate
You should be comfortable with:
- Working in continuous rounds
- Increases and invisible decreases
- Sewing amigurumi parts securely
- Shaping with stuffing
- Attaching large pieces
📏 Finished Size
- Cushion Diameter: 45–50 cm (17.5–19.5 in)
- Cushion Height: 10–15 cm (4–6 in)
- Total Height Including Unicorn Head: 35–40 cm (14–16 in)
Size may vary depending on yarn, hook size, and stuffing density.
🧵 Materials
Yarn:
Bulky / Super Bulky yarn (Category 5–6)
IMPORTANT:
The entire project (cushion base and unicorn body) is designed to be made using the SAME yarn type and thickness.
Using the same yarn ensures a seamless, integrated look and consistent texture throughout the piece.
- Main color (for BOTH cushion and unicorn body): approx. 600–700 g
- Accent color (muzzle, hooves, horn, optional details): approx. 150 g
Other materials:
- Crochet hook: 6.0–7.0 mm
- Safety eyes: 18–20 mm
- Polyester fiberfill (large amount)
- Optional: foam pieces or scrap yarn for extra cushion firmness
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Straight pins
🪡 Pattern Notes
- Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
- Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
- Stuff pieces gradually and firmly.
- The cushion base is worked as a large flat spiral, then shaped upward.
- The unicorn upper body is sewn onto the cushion after full assembly.
- For best visual results, use the same yarn brand, weight, and hook size for both the cushion and unicorn parts.
🧩 Pattern Parts Overview
- Cushion Base
- Unicorn Head
- Muzzle
- Ears (2)
- Horn
- Upper Body (Half Torso)
- Arms (2)
- Mane & Tail (Optional)
- Final Assembly
🟡 Cushion Base
With main color, make a magic ring.
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Round 2: inc in each st around (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Continue increasing in this pattern, adding 1 single crochet between increases each round, until you reach 90–96 stitches, depending on desired cushion diameter.
Side Walls
Work single crochet evenly for 12–15 rounds to build cushion height.
Stuff very firmly.
Optional: place foam or layered stuffing in the center for added structure and stability.
Fasten off and close with a flat seam.
🦄 Unicorn Head
With main color.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
Rnds 8–14: sc evenly (42)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11, approx. 10 sts apart.
Rnd 15: (5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
Rnd 16: (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
Rnd 17: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
Rnd 19: (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
Rnd 20: dec × 6 (6)
Close and fasten off.
👃 Muzzle
With accent color.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Rnd 4: sc evenly (18)
Stuff lightly, flatten slightly, and sew to lower front of head.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
With main color.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) × 3 (9)
Rnd 3: sc evenly (9)
Do not stuff. Flatten and sew to top sides of head.
🌀 Horn
With accent color.
Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) × 2 (6)
Rnds 3–6: sc evenly (6)
Stuff lightly and attach centered on forehead.
🦴 Upper Body (Half Torso)
With main color.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Rnds 5–10: sc evenly (24)
Stuff firmly.
Flatten bottom opening into an oval shape.
Do NOT close.
🤍 Arms (Make 2)
With main color.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) × 3 (9)
Rnds 3–7: sc evenly (9)
Stuff lightly.
Flatten opening and leave long tail for sewing.
🦄 Mane & Tail (Optional Decorative Details)
The unicorn can be decorated with a mane and tail to add personality and color.
This step is optional and fully customizable.
Basic Curl Method:
With accent or multicolor yarn:
- Chain 30–40
- Work 3 single crochets into each chain stitch
- Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing
Make multiple curls as desired.
Sew curls evenly along the top of the head and upper body for the mane.
Attach additional curls at the back of the cushion or upper body area for the tail.
Optional Accessories
Small bows, flowers, stars, or other crochet embellishments may be added.
You may also use our suggested decorative accessories or personalize the unicorn with your own creative additions.
🔧 Final Assembly & Attachment Guide
Assembly Order – Quick Checklist
- Complete and fully stuff the cushion base
- Finish all unicorn parts
- Sew arms onto upper body
- Attach head to upper body
- Position unicorn on cushion and pin
- Sew unicorn to cushion
- Secure all ends and final shaping
Attachment Method
The unicorn is attached as a decorative upper body only.
The cushion base must be completed, firmly stuffed, and fully closed before assembly begins.
Before attaching:
- Flatten the open edge of the upper body into an oval
- Position unicorn at the center top of the cushion
- Adjust angle for balance
- Pin securely
Attach using a mattress stitch, sewing the flattened oval edge directly onto the cushion surface.
Work slowly and evenly around the entire edge.
Because both parts use the same yarn and tension, the seam blends naturally and appears almost seamless.
⚖ Stability & Weight Distribution
The cushion base is the only weight-bearing structure.
The unicorn is decorative and is not designed to support seating weight.
Flattening the upper body base and using firm stuffing prevents sagging or distortion over time.
For extra durability, reinforce the seam with a second pass of stitching.
✔ Final Finishing Checklist
- All seams tight and secure
- No stuffing visible
- Unicorn sits upright and balanced
- Arms rest naturally
- All ends woven in firmly
💡 Designer Tips
Extra-firm stuffing improves seating comfort.
Neutral cushion colors with pastel unicorn accents tend to be the most popular combination.
Photograph your finished piece in natural light for best results.
📄 Copyright & Usage
This pattern is for personal use and small-scale handmade sales only.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern.
Do not copy, redistribute, translate, or resell this pattern in whole or in part.
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