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Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern

Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern

This pattern creates a soft Cow Squishmallow-style plushie worked in plush chenille yarn with clear row-by-row instructions. You will make the head, nose, ears, strawberries (for the horn), and the little horns, then assemble them for a charming finish. The pattern uses simple increases and decreases and color changes to create the cow markings and details.

Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes materials list, abbreviations and step-by-step photos to guide placement and finishing. Suitable for crafters comfortable with single crochet, increases and decreases.

Why You'll Love This Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines plush chenille yarn with simple shaping to create an irresistibly squishy toy. I love how quickly the head takes shape and how small details like strawberries turn into whimsical horns. I enjoyed designing the color panels so you can customize each cow easily. I think this pattern is satisfying to stitch and makes a heartfelt handmade gift.

Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern step 1 - construction progress Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors on this pattern; change the cow panels to any palette you like — try pastels, monochrome or bold contrasting colors for a different vibe.

I sometimes use a bulkier chenille yarn and a larger hook to create a chunkier, cuddlier plush that finishes in a different size.

I also add tiny embroidered eyelashes or a stitched smile to give the face more expression; small changes make a big personality difference.

Want to make it portable? Reduce the hook size or use lighter yarn to create a mini keychain-sized version with the same rounds scaled down.

I often swap the strawberries for small roses or pom-pom clusters for seasonal or themed variations like Valentine or Christmas editions.

Try adding a removable accessory like a tiny crocheted scarf or a bow to dress up your cow for gifting or display.

I recommend testing a gauge swatch when changing yarn to predict final size and adjust stitch counts as necessary for proper shaping.

For younger children, skip small plastic eyes and embroider the eyes instead to make the toy safer for little ones.

I sometimes attach a little bell or rattle inside the stuffing for a playful sensory version—just secure it well in the center of the body.

Feel free to mix and match horns and ears from different colorways; sewing a few variations onto the same head can make a delightful set of cows to gift or sell.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers at color change boundaries can make the panel edges misalign; place markers to mark color change points and count stitches each round. ✗ Not stuffing gradually leads to lumps and uneven shape; stuff small amounts at a time and shape as you go for smooth curves. ✗ Cutting yarn too short when finishing sections causes trouble sewing pieces together; always leave a long tail for sewing as instructed. ✗ Rushing decreases without counting increases earlier will change stitch counts; recount after rounds that include increases or decreases to maintain the correct total. ✗ Using inconsistent tension makes the fabric uneven and the panels not line up; try to maintain even, slightly loose tension with chenille yarn for consistent stitches.

Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern

Make your own cuddly Cow Squishmallow plushie with this detailed crochet pattern. Follow clear step-by-step rows for the head, nose, ears, strawberries and horns, plus assembly tips to finish perfectly. Perfect for a handmade gift or a cute addition to your plushie collection. You will love how soft and squishy the finished toy becomes.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Cow Squishmallow Plushie Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    100g Soft Chenille yarn (100g) in white
  • 02
    100g Soft Chenille yarn (100g) in pink
  • 03
    100g Soft Chenille yarn (100g) in red
  • 04
    100g Soft Chenille yarn (100g) in mint green

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm
  • 02
    Stitch marker
  • 03
    Sewing needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Cotton filling (polyester stuffing)
  • 06
    Hot glue gun
  • 07
    Plastic safety eyes

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— Head :

Round 1 :

Row 1: 10 Ch, 14 Ch hook on the 2nd stitch 13 SC, 9 SC, 3 SC in one st, 9 SC, 12 SC, INC (48)

Round 2 :

Row 2: 2 INC, 11 SC, 8 SC, 5 INC, 8 SC, 11 SC, 3 INC (58)

Round 3 :

Row 3: (SC, INC) 2 times, 11 SC, 8 SC, (SC, INC) 5 times, 8 SC, 11 SC, (SC, INC) 3 times (68)

Round 4 :

Row 4: 17 SC, 31 SC, 20 SC(68)

Round 5 :

Row 5: (2SC, INC) 2 times, 11 SC, 8 SC, (2SC, INC) 5 times, 8 SC, 11 SC, (2SC, INC) 3 times (78)

Round 6-7 :

Row 6-7: 19 SC, 36 SC, 23 SC(78)

Round 8 :

Row 8: 18 SC, 38 SC, 22 SC(78)

Round 9 :

Row 9: 17 SC, 40 SC, 21 SC(78)

Round 10 :

Row 10: 16 SC, 42 SC, 20 SC(78)

Round 11 :

Row 11: 15 SC, 44 SC, 19 SC(78)

Round 12 :

Row 12: 14 SC, 46 SC, 18 SC(78)

Round 13 :

Row 13: 13 SC, 48 SC, 17 SC(78)

Round 14 :

Row 14: 12 SC, 50 SC, 16 SC(78)

Round 15 :

Row 15: 11 SC, 52 SC, 15 SC(78)

Round 16 :

Row 16: 10 SC, 54 SC, 14 SC(78)

Round 17 :

Row 17: 9 SC, 56 SC, 13 SC(78)

Round 18 :

Row 18: 8 SC, 58 SC, 12 SC(78)

Round 19 :

Row 19: 7 SC, 60 SC, 11 SC(78)

Round 20 :

Row 20: 6 SC, 62 SC, 10 SC(78)

Round 21 :

Row 21: 5 SC, 64 SC, 9 SC(78)

Round 22 :

Row 22: 4 SC, 66 SC, 8 SC(78)

Round 23 :

Row 23: 3 SC, 75 SC(78)

Round 24-29 :

Row 24-29: 78 SC(78)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing

Round 30 :

Row 30: 30 SC, 13 SC, 35 SC(78)

Round 31 :

Row 31: 29 SC, 16 SC, 33 SC(78)

Round 32 :

Row 32: 27 SC, 19 SC, 31 SC(78)

Round 33 :

Row 33: (11SC, DEC) 2 times, 11SC, DEC, 10 SC, SC, DEC, (11SC, DEC) 2 times (72)

Round 34 :

Row 34: 20 SC, 32 SC, 20 SC(72)

Round 35 :

Row 35: (3SC, DEC) 3 times, 4 SC, 4 SC, (3SC, DEC) 6 times, SC, 3 SC, (3SC, DEC) 3 times (60)

Round 36 :

Row 36: 16 SC, 29 SC, 15 SC(60)

Round 37 :

Row 37: 2 SC, DEC, 12 SC, 10 SC, (2SC, DEC) 2 times, 11 SC, 13 SC, DEC (56)

Round 38 :

Row 38: 15 SC, 27 SC, 14 SC(56)

Round 39 :

Row 39: (5SC, DEC) 2 times, SC, 4 SC, DEC, (5SC, DEC) 3 times, (5SC, DEC) 2 times (48)

Info :

*stuffing*

Round 40 :

Row 40: (2 SC, DEC) 3 times, SC, SC, DEC, (2SC, DEC) 5 times, (2 SC, DEC) 3 times (36)

Round 41 :

Row 41: (SC, DEC) 3 times, SC, DEC, (SC, DEC) 5 times, (SC, DEC) 3 times (24)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing

— Nose :

Round 1 :

Row 1: 6 Ch hook on the 2nd stitch 4 SC, W, 3 SC, INC (12)

Round 2 :

Row 2: INC, 3 SC, 3 INC, 3 SC, 2 INC (18)

Round 3 :

Row 3: SC, INC, 3 SC, (SC, INC) 3 times, 3 SC, (SC, INC) 2 times (24)

Round 4 :

Row 4: 2 SC, INC, 3 SC, (2 SC, INC) 3 times, 3 SC, (2 SC, INC) 2 times (30)

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Ear :

Item Name (P1) :

Ear: ( Make 2)

Round 1 :

Row 1: 6 SCin a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Row 2: INC 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

Row 3: (SC, inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Row 4: (2 SC, inc) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

Row 5: (3 SC, inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

Row 6: (4 SC, inc) 6 times (36)

Round 7 :

Row 7: (5 SC, inc) 6 times (42)

— Strawberry :

Item Name (P1) :

Strawberry: (Make 2)

Round 1 :

Row 1 (Red): 6 SCin a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Row 2: (SC, inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Row 3: (2 SC, inc) 3 times (12)

Round 4 :

Row 4: (3 SC, inc) 3 times (15)

Round 5 :

Row 5: (4 SC, inc) 3 times (18)

Round 6-7 :

Row 6-7: 18 SC(18)

Round 8 :

Row 8: (SC, inc) 6 times (12)

Round 9 :

Row 9: 6 DEC (6)

Round 10 :

Row 10 (Mint) slst, 4 Ch hook on the 2nd stitch: slst, 2 SC(repeat 5 times)

— Horn (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Row 1: 6 Sc in a Mr (6)

Round 2 :

Row 2: (Sc, Inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Row 3: 9 Sc (9)

Round 4 :

Row 4: (2Sc, Inc) 3 times (12)

Round 5 :

Row 5: 12 Sc (12)

Round 6 :

Row 6: (3Sc, Inc) 3 times (15)

Round 7 :

Row 7: 15 Sc (15)

Info :

*Stuffing*

— Assembly :

Info :

Sew the nose on the face and create the nostrils

Info :

Making sure the eyes are centred

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Sew the two strawberry to form the horn

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And sew 2 ears to almost 2 strawberries

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the nose to the front center of the head using the long tail left from the nose, then embroider or stitch two small vertical nostrils to create the cow nose detail.
  • Position and insert the plastic safety eyes symmetrically on the head, checking placement and centering before securing the safety backs.
  • Sew the two strawberries together and attach them to the top center of the head to form the horn decoration, securing firmly with hidden stitches.
  • Attach the two ears to either side of the head near the top, positioning them close to the strawberries/horns and sewing with a ladder or whip stitch for a neat join.

Important Notes

  • 💡The pink text in the pattern indicates the wool/yarn color changes—follow those color notes carefully to match the photos.
  • 💡Cut the yarn and leave a long tail for sewing whenever the pattern instructs to do so to make assembly easier later.
  • 💡Stuffing should be done gradually during the indicated stuffing rounds to maintain shape and avoid lumps.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the start of each round for accurate counting and consistent shaping.

This Cow Squishmallow pattern was created to bring a soft, cuddly friend to life with plush chenille yarn and playful details. Make one in classic black-and-white or choose pastel tones for a sweet gift. Enjoy the simple shaping and the fun of making tiny strawberries into whimsical horns! 🧶😊🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished plushie size depends on your yarn and tension; using the recommended chenille yarn and 3.5mm hook will produce a small to medium squishmallow-style plush roughly the size shown in the photos.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights but this will change the final size and may require a different hook size; adjust hook and stuffing accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with single crochet, increases, decreases, working in the round and basic assembly techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters complete this project in 5-7 hours depending on experience and assembly time, though individual times will vary.