Free Crochet Pattern: Make a Donkey (Or Horse) Amigurumi

Looking for an adorable crochet project? Check out this free crochet pattern to create your very own donkey amigurumi! This cute and cuddly design features a charming purple body, floppy ears, and a sweet face that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s day. With just a few simple adjustments, you can easily transform it into a horse, making it a versatile project for animal lovers. Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this pattern is ideal for gifting or adding a whimsical touch to your collection. Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s get started on this delightful creation!

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Originally designed with fingering lace yarn for a delicate and intricate finish, this pattern can also be adapted to use worsted weight yarn for a sturdier and more plush doll. Whether you’re gifting it to a loved one or keeping it for yourself, this doll is sure to bring a smile to your face. All our patterns use American crochet terminology.

Free Crochet Pattern –  Zodiac Horse Amigurumi

Head

(Lilac)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) 6 times (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) 6 times (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) 6 times (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) 6 times (36)
Rnd 7-9: sc around (36)
Rnd 10: (4 sc, dec) 6 times (30)
Rnd 11: sc around (30)
* Insert eyes: 3rd rnd from opening; 6 sts apart *
Rnd 12: (3 sc, dec) 6 times (24)
Rnd 13: sc around (24)
Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) 6 times (18)
Rnd 15: sc around (18)
* sl st on next st, stuff fiberfill, leave enough yarn to sew mouth to head *

Mouth

(Cream)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) 6 times (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) 6 times (24)
Rnd 5-7: sc around (24)
Rnd 8: (2 sc, dec) 6 times (18)
* sl st on next st, stuff fiberfill, fasten off *

Body

(Purple)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) 6 times (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) 6 times (24)
Rnd 5-8: sc around (24)
Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) 6 times (18)
Rnd 10: (1 sc, dec) 6 times (12)
Rnd 11: sc around (12)
* sl st on next st, stuff fiberfill, leave enough yarn to sew body to head *

Ears, make 2

(Lilac)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: (2 sc, inc) 2 times (8)
Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) 2 times (10)
Rnd 4: (4 sc, inc) 2 times (12)
Rnd 5: sc around (12)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, dec) 2 times (10)
Rnd 7: (3 sc, dec) 2 times (8)
* sl st on next st, leave enough yarn to sew opening flat and onto head *

Arms, make 2

(Black)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 6 sc (6)
(Lilac)
Rnd 2-3: sc around (6)
(Purple)
Rnd 4-6: sc around (6)
* sl st on next st, stuff fiberfill lightly, leave enough yarn to sew opening flat and to body *

Legs, make 2

(Black)
Rnd 1: Magic loop, 7 sc (7)
(Lilac)
Rnd 2: sc around (7)
(Purple)
Rnd 3-6: sc around (7)
* sl st on next st, stuff fiberfill lightly, leave enough yarn to sew opening flat and to body bottom *

Tail

(Lilac)
Ch 6, leave enough yarn to sew tail to body
* insert a strand of yarn at the end of the tail, to make a tessel *

(Optional) Make Pony Mane

(Light Color)
Cut stands of approximately 10cm (4”) long of yarn. Fold strand into half, insert hook into centre of head, pull the folded yarn loop half way, and yo the ends of the strand into the loop. Repeat this along the back of head.
* trim yarn to desired length *

Joining the Parts

• #Sew mouth to head
• Sew body to head
• Sew ears to head
• Sew arms to body
• Sew legs to bottom of body
• Sew tail to bottom of body
• Sew eyes to face
• Embroider nostrils
• Embroider smile
• Insert pony mane

  # You may embroider the mouth and nostrils before closing up the mouth to the head.

Although these patterns are shared exclusively on this website, Lis Makes retains the copyright. I encourage readers to share the links, but please note that the patterns cannot be sold or used for any monetary gain, including incorporation into crochet kits for sale.

• You are free to sell the finished products made from our patterns.
• Our patterns were previously sold under “Simple Arts Planet”, owned and managed by me.