Crochet is a wonderful hobby that can be enjoyed by anyone. It’s a relaxing and creative activity that allows you to make beautiful and useful items. One of the most popular crochet projects is the amigurumi goat. This cute little goat can be made in a variety of colors and sizes, and it’s a great project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. In this article, we’ll show you how to make your own free crochet goat pattern.
What is Amigurumi?
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed animals and creatures. The word “amigurumi” means “knitted toy” in Japanese, but these little creatures are actually crocheted. They are typically made with cotton or acrylic yarn, and are stuffed with fiberfill or other soft material. Amigurumi is a popular trend in crochet, and there are many patterns available for making all sorts of cute and cuddly creatures.
Materials You’ll Need
Before you start crocheting your goat, you’ll need to gather your materials. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Worsted weight yarn in white, black, and pink
- Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Scissors
Instructions
Now that you have your materials, it’s time to start crocheting your goat. Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your own free crochet goat pattern.
Step 1: Body
Begin by crocheting the body of the goat. Start with white yarn and make a magic ring. Then, crochet 6 single crochet stitches into the ring. Pull the ring tight, and join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch.
Round 1: Chain 1, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (12 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next stitch, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 2 stitches, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 4: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 3 stitches, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (30 stitches)
Round 5-9: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (30 stitches)
Round 10: Switch to black yarn. Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (30 stitches)
Round 11: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 3 stitches, and then crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 12-13: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 14: Switch to white yarn. Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 2 stitches, and then crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 15: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next stitch, and then crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (12 stitches)
Stuff the body with fiberfill.
Round 16: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (6 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Step 2: Head
Next, crochet the head of the goat. Start with white yarn and make a magic ring. Then, crochet 6 single crochet stitches into the ring. Pull the ring tight, and join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch.
Round 1: Chain 1, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (12 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next stitch, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 2 stitches, and then crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 4-6: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 7: Switch to black yarn. Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 8: Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next 2 stitches, and then crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 9-10: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet stitch into each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 11: Switch to white yarn. Chain 1, *crochet 1 single crochet stitch into the next stitch, and then crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (12 stitches)
Stuff the head with fiberfill.
Round 12: Chain 1, crochet 1 single crochet decrease (sc2tog) over the next 2 stitches around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch. (6 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Step 3: Ears
To make the ears, start with white yarn and chain 6.
Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook, and in each chain across. Chain 1, and turn. (5 stitches)
Row 2: Single crochet in each stitch across. Chain 1, and turn. (5 stitches)
Row 3: Single crochet in each stitch across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew the ears onto the head, using the long tail of yarn. Position them on either side of the head, and sew them in place securely.
Step 4: Horns
To make the horns, start with white yarn and chain 6.
Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook, and in each chain across. Chain 1, and turn. (5 stitches)
Row 2: Single crochet in each stitch across. Chain 1, and turn. (5 stitches)
Row 3: Single crochet in each stitch across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew the horns onto the head, using the long tail of yarn. Position them on the top of the head, and sew them in place securely.
Step 5: Eyes and Nose
To make the eyes and nose, use black yarn and a yarn needle to embroider them onto the head. Use a photo of a goat as a reference, and sew the eyes and nose in the proper position.
Conclusion
Now that you’ve completed your free crochet goat pattern, you can enjoy your cute and cuddly creation. This project is a great way to practice your crochet skills, and is perfect for anyone who loves animals. Whether you make it for yourself or as a gift for someone else, your amigurumi goat is sure to be a cherished item for years to come.