Crochet Cow Stuffie – Free Pattern
Meet Your New Adorable Crochet Cow! 🐄💖
Looking for a fun and easy crochet project? This Crochet Cow Stuffie by Sarah Zimmerman is perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike! With simple stitches and step-by-step instructions, you’ll have an adorable cow plushie in no time.
This pattern is part of the Red Heart Yarnspirations collection, and we’re excited to share it with you on CrochetTo!


Table of Contents
Materials You’ll Need
- Yarn:
- Red Heart® Super Saver® (7 oz/198 g; 364 yds/333 m)
- Contrast A (White – 0311): 1 ball
- Contrast B (Black – 0312): 1 ball
- Contrast C (Baby Pink – 0724): 1 ball
- Contrast D (Café Latte – 0360): 1 ball
- Hook: U.S. H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to match gauge
- Other Supplies:
- Yarn needle
- Pair of 20mm safety eyes
- Polyfill stuffing
Skill Level: Easy
This pattern uses basic stitches like:
- Single crochet (sc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Double crochet (dc)
- Magic ring technique
Measurements & Gauge
- Finished Size: Approx 13″ (33 cm) wide x 18″ (45.5 cm) tall
- Gauge: 13 sc and 14 rows = 4″ (10 cm)



Pattern Instructions
Head
- With Contrast C (Baby Pink): Start with a magic ring.
- Round 1: Ch 1, 10 sc in ring. Join. (10 sc)
- Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join. (20 sc)
- Continue increasing until Round 6 (50 sc).
- Switch to Contrast A (White) at Round 7.
- Add safety eyes between Rounds 13-14, spaced 8″ (20.5 cm) apart.
- Stuff as you go and decrease to close.
Body
- Work similarly to the head, increasing up to 60 sc before decreasing.
- Stuff firmly before closing.
Arms & Legs (Make 4)
- With Contrast D (Café Latte): Start with 12 sc in a magic ring.
- Increase to 18 sc, then work even rounds.
- Switch to Contrast A (White) and decrease before stuffing.
- Attach to body as shown in the photo.
Ears, Spots, & Horns
- Outer Ears: Make one in Contrast A (White) and one in Contrast B (Black).
- Inner Ears (Make 2): Use Contrast C (Baby Pink).
- Spots (Make 3): Use Contrast B (Black).
- Horns (Make 2): Use Contrast D (Café Latte).
Tail
- Braid together strands of Contrast A (White) and Contrast B (Black).
- Attach to the back of the body.
Finishing Touches
- Sew the head to the body at a slight angle.
- Embroider nostrils with Contrast B (Black).
- Attach all pieces securely.
Final Thoughts
This Crochet Cow Stuffie is a delightful project for gifting or keeping as a cute decoration. If you make one, we’d love to see your creation! Tag #CrochetTo on social media so we can feature your work.
Happy Crocheting! 🧶💕