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Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern

Pillow-bull Amigurumi 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 Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a soft square pillow with an adorable bull face — complete with floppy ears, tiny horns, a plush nose and little legs and arms. The design uses plush (dolphin-style) yarn to make a snuggly, tactile finished pillow about 28x28 cm depending on yarn and hook. Each piece (ears, horns, nose, legs, arms, hair) is crocheted separately and sewn on for a charming finished look.

Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Worked mostly in rounds and simple shaping, the pillow is great for practicing even tension and assembly techniques. Photos and placement notes help with accurate positioning of features.

Why You'll Love This Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a simple pillow into a playful character full of personality. The plush yarn creates an irresistibly soft texture that makes the finished pillow perfect for kids and adults alike. I enjoy the small-surface sculpting — the nose and tiny nostril shaping bring so much expression with a few stitches. Sewing the parts on and arranging the fringe hair is a quick, satisfying finishing step that really personalizes each pillow.

Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pillow by changing the yarn color palette; try pastel shades for a softer look or bright colors for a playful version.

I often make a smaller keychain-sized version by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook for a tiny pocket pal.

You can swap the horn color and shape to make a unicorn or a different animal — adjust increase/decrease rounds to reshape the horns.

I sometimes embroider different eyebrow shapes to give the pillow a happy, surprised, or sleepy expression.

For a more textured finish, use boucle or boucle-blend yarn for the main body and a contrasting plush for the nose.

If you want posable limbs, insert thin craft wire into arms and legs before stuffing and closing.

I recommend switching button eyes to safety eyes for kids, or embroidering eyes for a completely soft toy finish.

Try adding a removable felt scarf or tiny crocheted hat for seasonal variations — sew on buttons or snaps so you can change outfits.

To make a sturdier pillow, use a tighter tension and a bit more stuffing; for a floppy look, use less stuffing and a softer hook tension.

I sometimes add stitched blush or fabric paint for cheek accents — test on scraps first to get the right amount.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can cause you to lose the start of each row; place a marker at the first stitch of every round to keep track of your progress. ✗ Under-stuffing the pillow makes corners and features slump; stuff firmly and evenly, paying special attention to corners and feature bases for a neat shape. ✗ Using a hook much larger than recommended makes the stitches loose and thin; stick to the suggested hook width for plush yarn or adjust gradually and test gauge first. ✗ Not leaving long sewing tails results in difficulty attaching pieces securely; always leave a long thread for sewing and weave ends inside to hide them properly.

Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern

Make an irresistibly soft pillow shaped like a cute little bull — perfect as a cuddly home accent or a handmade gift. This pattern guides you through crocheting the square plush pillow body and all the adorable details: ears, horns, nose, legs, arms, hair and facial features. Clear step-by-step rounds and assembly photos help you complete a 28x28 cm finished piece using plush yarn.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Pillow-bull Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn (120 m / 100 g) - Beige (2 rolls) for main pillow body
  • 02
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn - Pink (small amount) for nose
  • 03
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn - Brown (small amounts) for ears, legs, arms, hair
  • 04
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn - White (small amount) for horns
  • 05
    Acrylic yarn (black) for eyebrows
  • 06
    Approximately 100-200 g total plush yarn depending on size and stuffing
  • 07
    Polyester stuffing (hollofayber) - enough to fill a 28x28 cm pillow

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5-5.0 mm (use package recommendation for plush yarn)
  • 02
    Scissors
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    Yarn/embroidery needle for sewing and details
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Black beads or buttons for eyes (22 mm) or appropriate safety eyes
  • 06
    Polyester stuffing (hollofayber)
  • 07
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Pillow :

Round 1 :

90 ch, connect with the first loop

Round 2 - 37 :

90 sc

Info :

Leave a long thread and sew the top of the pillow. We fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

Info :

Fill tightly and evenly. Fill the cornerc of the pillow well. Sew and fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

— Ear (2 details) :

Info :

Use brown plush yarn

Round 1 :

21 ch

Round 2 :

We begin to crochet from the second loop from the hook: 1 hdc, 17 dc, 6 dc in 1 loop. On the back of the chain: 18 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, sl st, 1 ch

Round 3 :

We begin to crochet from the second loop from the hook: 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, inc, 17 dc, inc, inc, inc, 18 dc, inc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, sl st, 1 ch

Round 4 :

We begin to crochet from the second loop from the hook: 1 sc, 1 hdc, 19 dc, inc, 1 dc, inc, inc, inc, inc, inc, 1 dc, inc, 18 dc, inc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, sl st

Info :

Leave a long thread for sewing

— Leg (2 details) :

Info :

Use brown plush yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic Ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) – repeat 6 times {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) – repeat 6 times {18}

Round 4 :

18 sc

Info :

Leave a long thread for sewing

— Arm (2 details) :

Info :

Use brown plush yarn

Info :

Leave a long thread for sewing

— Nose :

Info :

Use brown plush yarn

Round 1 :

20 ch

Round 2 :

We begin to work from the second loop from the hook: 18 sc, 3 sc in 1 loop. On the back of the chain: 18 sc {39}

Round 3 :

3 sc in 1 loop, 18 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 17 sc, inc {45}

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc, 19 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 19 sc, inc {49}

Round 5 :

3 sc, inc, 20 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 20 sc, inc {53}

Round 6 :

4 sc, inc, 20 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 21 sc, inc {57}

Round 7 - 9 :

57 sc

Info :

Leave a long thread for sewing

— Horn (2 details) :

Info :

Use white yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in Magic ring

Round 2 :

(2 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {8}

Round 3 :

(3 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {10}

Round 4 :

inc, 4 sc, dec, 3 sc {10}

Round 5 :

inc, inc, 2 sc, dec, dec, 2 sc {10}

Round 6 :

inc, inc, inc, 7 sc {13}

Round 7 :

1 sc, inc, inc, inc, inc, 8 sc {17}

Round 8 :

2 sc, inc, inc, inc, inc, inc, 5 sc, dec, dec, 1 sc {20}

Round 9 :

4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 6 sc, dec, dec {20}

Info :

Fill. Leave a long thread for sewing.

— Hair :

Info :

Use brown yarn

Step 1 :

We make 30 ch and connect with the first loop: sl st

Step 2 :

Make 30 ch and connect with the first loop in new chain: sl st

Step 3 :

Make 30 ch and connect with the first loop: sl st

Step 4 - 7 :

Make 30 ch and connect with the first loop in new chain: sl st. I made 7 rings. If you want more hair, you can do more rings. Leave a long thread for sewing.

— Assembly :

Item (Nose) :

Sew nose (between 9 and 17 rounds). Fill, do not sew up to the end.

Item (Nose Tightening) :

Make a tightening: take a new thread, insert it into the needle, tie a knot. Insert the needle through the unstitched nose hole. We take out the needle in the middle of the lower part of the nose. We make a little seam and bring the needle in the place where the nostrils will be (distance between nostrils 14 sc).

Item (Nose Finish) :

Make a seam nearby, pull out the needle at the bottom of the nose (in the middle) and tighten a little. Make a knot here.

Item (Nose Second Side) :

We make the second tightening on the other side. Fasten the thread at the bottom of the nose (inside). Cut off.

Item (Nose Final) :

Sew and fill the nose to the end. Fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

Item (Ears) :

Sew the ears in the corners of the pillow. The ear should be sewn on the front of the pillow. Fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

Item (Horns) :

Sew the horns on the top of the pillow. Fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

Item (Eyes) :

Use button for eyes and sew. Distance between eyes 10-11 sc.

Item (Hair) :

Sew hair and fasten the thread and hide inside the pillow.

Item (Legs & Arms) :

Fill and sew legs and hands. Fasten the thread and hide it inside the pillow.

Item (Eyebrows) :

Use black yarn and make eyebrows.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the nose to the front of the pillow between rounds 9 and 17, fill it, make two tightening seams to form nostrils (distance between nostrils 14 sc) and finish sewing; fasten and hide thread inside.
  • Position and sew ears in the top front corners of the pillow, aligning their tops to the pillow edge; fasten threads and hide inside the pillow.
  • Sew horns to the top center of the pillow between the ears, secure firmly and hide the thread ends inside the pillow.
  • Attach the eyes (use 22 mm buttons or beads) with a distance of about 10-11 sc between centers and secure them well.
  • Sew hair loops across the top front of the pillow (use the prepared hair rings), arrange fringe as shown in photos and fasten threads inside.
  • Fill and sew the legs and arms to the bottom and sides of the pillow respectively, secure tightly and hide all thread ends inside.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round and especially when working long rounds of 90 sc to avoid losing track.
  • 💡Stuff the pillow and details firmly but evenly; overstuffing can distort shape while understuffing makes parts collapse.
  • 💡Leave long sewing tails when finishing parts so you can position and attach pieces securely without running out of yarn.
  • 💡For plush yarns, crochet a bit tighter than normal to avoid gaps and stuffing showing through the pile.

This charming Pillow-bull makes a delightful handmade gift or a cozy addition to your home decor. It's soft, huggable, and full of personality with floppy ears, fringe hair and a plush snout. Perfect for nurseries, children's rooms or as a whimsical accent on sofas and beds. 🧶🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished pillow measures approximately 28x28 cm when using Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn and a recommended hook; final size may vary with yarn and hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but different yarn weights and hook sizes will change the final size and texture; test a gauge swatch and adjust stuffing as needed.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases/decreases and simple assembly is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this pillow in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing.

What eyes are recommended for safety?

The pattern suggests black beads or buttons 22 mm; for children, use securely fastened safety eyes or sew-on buttons instead of loose beads.