Today, we’re stitching up a little charm with our classic farmyard donkey amigurumi crochet. This delightful project is not only a nod to the timeless beauty of rural life but also a wonderful way to bring a bit of the countryside into your home. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is designed to guide you through each step, ensuring you end up with a cuddly companion to cherish.
Donkey Amigurumi Crochet Ideas
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium weight (#4) yarn in grey for the body and a darker grey for the mane and tail. You’ll also need a very small amount of black yarn for the eyes.
- Crochet Hook: Size 3.5 mm crochet hook.
- Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing, a yarn needle, and scissors.
Crochet Pattern:
Body and Head (in grey yarn):
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sts).
- Round 3: 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to * around (18 sts).
- Round 4-6: 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts).
- Round 7: Begin shaping the head by increasing in every 2nd stitch (24 sts).
- Round 8-10: 1 sc in each stitch around (24 sts).
- Round 11: Start decreasing for the top of the head (1 sc in the next 2 stitches, decrease 1 sc; repeat from * to * around).
- Round 12: 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts). Start stuffing the head.
- Round 13: Continue decreasing and finish stuffing the head (12 sts).
- Round 14: Close the head by crocheting decreases until shut. Fasten off.
Ears (make 2, in grey yarn):
- Row 1: Chain 4, starting from the second chain from hook, make 1 sc in each chain across (3 sts).
- Row 2-3: Turn, chain 1, 1 sc in each stitch across (3 sts).
- Fold the ear piece in half and slip stitch the sides together. Attach to the head.
Mane and Tail (in darker grey yarn):
- Cut strands of yarn about 4 inches long. Attach along the back of the head and down the neck for the mane, and at the rear end for the tail.
Assembly:
- Attach the ears to the head at the desired position.
- Use black yarn to embroider big, friendly eyes.
- Attach the tail.
- Finalize any additional stuffing adjustments and secure all loose ends.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium weight (#4) yarn in turquoise for the body, bright pink for the mane and tail, and a little yellow for the hooves.
- Crochet Hook: Size 3.5 mm crochet hook.
- Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing, a yarn needle, black and white yarn for the eyes, and scissors.
Crochet Pattern:
Body and Head (in turquoise yarn):
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sts).
- Round 3: 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to * around (18 sts).
- Round 4-10: 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts). Begin to stuff the body.
- Round 11: Shape the head by increasing in every 3rd stitch (24 sts).
- Round 12-15: 1 sc in each stitch around (24 sts).
- Round 16: Start decreasing for the head shape (1 sc in the next 2 stitches, decrease 1 sc; repeat from * to * around).
- Round 17: 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts). Finish stuffing the head.
- Round 18: Decrease to close the head (12 sts).
- Round 19: Decrease until closed, fasten off.
Ears (make 2, in turquoise yarn):
- Row 1: Chain 5, starting from the second chain from the hook, make 1 sc in each chain (4 sts).
- Row 2-4: Turn, chain 1, make 1 sc in each stitch (4 sts).
- Row 5: Decrease across the row (2 sts), fold the ear, and stitch across to create a floppy look.
Mane and Tail (in bright pink yarn):
- Cut strands of yarn about 6 inches long. Attach along the back of the head and the rear end for the mane and tail respectively.
Hooves (in yellow yarn):
- Attach yellow yarn at each leg’s bottom, crochet 2 rounds to form hooves.
Assembly:
- Attach the ears to each side of the head.
- Sew the eyes using white yarn for the base and black yarn for the pupils.
- Attach the mane and tail.
- Adjust stuffing and secure all loose ends.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium weight (#4) yarn in light lavender for the body, pastel blue for the mane and tail, and soft pink for the hooves.
- Crochet Hook: Size 3.5 mm crochet hook.
- Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing, a yarn needle, and black yarn for the eyes.
Crochet Pattern:
Body and Head (in light lavender yarn):
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sts).
- Round 3-5: 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to * around, then 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts).
- Round 6-10: Continue with 1 sc in each stitch around (18 sts). Begin stuffing the body lightly.
- Round 11: Shape the head by increasing every 2nd stitch (27 sts).
- Round 12-14: 1 sc in each stitch around (27 sts).
- Round 15: Decrease for head shaping, alternating decreases and sc (18 sts).
- Round 16: Finish head shaping, decrease and fill with stuffing (12 sts). Fasten off.
Ears (make 2, in light lavender yarn):
- Row 1: Chain 6, from the second chain from the hook, make 1 sc in each chain (5 sts).
- Row 2-4: Turn, chain 1, decrease at start and end, sc in the middle (3 sts, then 1 st).
- Sew the ears on the head, allowing them to flop naturally.
Mane and Tail (in pastel blue yarn):
- For the mane, attach strands of yarn along the back of the head and neck. For the tail, attach longer strands at the rear end.
Hooves (in soft pink yarn):
- Add a small pink patch at the bottom of each leg for the hooves by stitching over the existing grey yarn.
Assembly:
- Sew the ears to the top of the head.
- Embroider the eyes using black yarn to create round, expressive features.
- Attach the mane and tail.
- Add final stuffing adjustments and sew all openings closed.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium weight (#4) yarn in chocolate brown for the body, creamy white for the belly and nose, and dark brown for the mane and tail.
- Crochet Hook: Size 3.5 mm crochet hook.
- Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing, a yarn needle, black yarn for the eyes, and scissors.
Crochet Pattern:
Body and Head (in chocolate brown yarn):
- Round 1: Start with a magic circle and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sts).
- Round 3-5: 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to * around (18 sts).
- Round 6-12: Continue with 1 sc in each stitch around, start incorporating creamy white yarn to form the belly halfway through (18 sts).
- Round 13-16: Begin the head with chocolate brown, increase every few stitches to shape the head (24 sts).
- Round 17-20: 1 sc in each stitch around, begin to decrease to shape the head, finish off with stuffing (18 sts).
Ears (make 2, in chocolate brown yarn):
- Row 1: Chain 6, starting from the second chain from the hook, make 1 sc in each chain (5 sts).
- Row 2-3: Turn, chain 1, make 1 sc in each stitch (5 sts).
- Fold the ear lengthwise and stitch the edges to create a dimensional look.
Mane and Tail (in dark brown yarn):
- Cut strands of yarn about 4 inches long for the mane and 6 inches long for the tail. Attach them along the head’s top and the rear end, respectively.
Hooves (in black yarn):
- Stitch over the existing brown at the bottom of each leg to create hooves.
Assembly:
- Sew the ears to the top sides of the head.
- Use black yarn to sew small, button-like eyes.
- Attach the mane and tail.
- Ensure all parts are securely attached and stuff the donkey properly for a firm, cuddly feel.