Coco the Cow Amigurumi Crochet Pattern — Easy Step-by-Step Guide

Coco the Cow is an adorable amigurumi crochet pattern that brings a touch of whimsy to any handmade collection. This small plush uses simple amigurumi techniques (magic ring, single crochet, increases and decreases) and is ideal for crocheters who want a quick, satisfying project. The pattern below includes stitch abbreviations, materials, step-by-step rounds for each piece, and assembly instructions.

Abbreviations:

MR — magic ring
SC — single crochet
INC — increase
DEC — decrease
FO — fasten off
SLST — slip stitch

Materials:

Yarn (I used himalaya dolphin baby)
Crochet hook (I used 4.5mm)
Polyfill
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Safety eyes

Notes

Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of rounds. Insert safety eyes before closing the head as instructed. When stuffing, add small amounts of fiberfill gradually to keep a smooth shape. Leave long tails where indicated for sewing pieces together.

Head

In body color:
R1. 6 sc in a MR
R2. 6 inc (12)
R3. (sc,inc)x6 (18)
R4. (2sc,inc)x6 (24)
R5. (3sc,inc)x6 (30)
R6. (4sc,inc)x6 (36)
R7. (5sc,inc)x6 (42)
R8-14. 42 sc *7 rounds*
R15. (5sc,dec)x6 (36)
R16. (4sc,dec)x6 (30)
R17. (3sc,dec)x6 (24)
Slst and fasten off, stuff.
Place safety eyes between R11 and R12 about 7 visible stitches apart.

Body

In body color.
R1. 6 sc in a MR
R2. 6 inc (12)
R3. (sc,inc)x6 (18)
R4. (2sc,inc)x6 (24)
R5. (3sc,inc)x6 (30)
R6. (4sc,inc)x6 (36)
R7-12. 36 sc *6 rounds*
R13. (4sc,dec)x6 (30)
R14-15. 30 sc *2 rounds*
R16. (3sc,dec)x6 (24)
R17. 24 sc
Slst and fasten off, stuff. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Arms X2

In body color.
R1. 5 sc in a MR
R2. 5 inc (10)
R3-6. 10 sc *4 rounds*
Slst and fasten off, stuff. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Leg X2

Start with second color.
R1. 6 sc in a MR
R2. 6 inc (12)
R3. (sc,inc)x6 (18)
R4-5. 18 sc *2 rounds*
Change to body color.
R6. 18 sc
R7. (4sc,dec)x3 (15)
Slst and fasten off.
Stuffing.
Leave a long tail for sewing.
Now we move on to the small details.

Ear X2

In second color.
R1. 6 sc in a MR
R2. (sc,inc)x3 (9)
R3. (2sc,inc)x3 (12)
R4. (3sc,inc)x3 (15)
R5-7. 15 sc *3 rounds*
Don’t stuff. Fold the top of the ear flat and sc through both sides.
Connect first and last stitch to form an ear shape. Leave a long tail for sewing.
I used a different color here to show you, because it’s hard to see on this color.

Muzzle

In pink.
Make a slip knot and ch 7.
R1. Start from the 2nd ch from hook: 5sc, inc, now on the other side of ch: inc, 4sc, inc (15)
R2. inc, 4sc, inc, sc, inc, 5sc, inc, sc (19)
R3-4. 19 sc *2 rounds*
Slst and fasten off, stuff. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Horn X2

In brown.
R1. 6 sc in a MR
R2-4. 6 sc *3 rounds*
Slst and fasten off, stuff. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. First sew head to the body stitch by stitch. Add a little more polyfill at the end for better support.
2. Arms: sew them right under the head, R14-17, 6 visible stitches apart.
3. Legs: sew them between R5-9, 7 visible stitches apart.
4. Muzzle: between R12-15.
5. Ears: between R9-10, I like sewing them 3 stitches behind the eyes.
6. Sew horns between R6-7 just above the ears.

Finishing Tips

Weave in all tails neatly and secure knots on the inside. If desired, embroider nostrils or spots with yarn for extra character. Check that safety eyes are firmly attached, especially if gifting to a child—consider using embroidered eyes for very young children.

Personalization

Change colors for a different look (spotted, pastel, or contrasting muzzle). You can also add a small crochet bow or scarf to personalize Coco.