Horse and Unicorn Toys in Sirdar Snuggly Spots DK & Snuggly DK - 4746 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Horse and Unicorn Crochet Toy Pattern – 4746

This downloadable PDF from Sirdar provides instructions for crocheting two charming amigurumi-style soft toys: a Horse and a Unicorn. Each finished toy stands approximately 34 cm (13½ inches) tall, making them a generous, huggable size suitable as gifts or keepsakes for children. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, meaning it is well suited to crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and are ready to tackle shaping, working in the round, and simple construction techniques.

What Is Being Made

The pattern covers two distinct designs that share the same basic construction approach but differ in colourway and the addition of a horn for the unicorn version. Both toys are three-dimensional crocheted figures worked in separate pieces — body, head, legs, ears, tail, and mane — which are then assembled and stuffed to create a freestanding, sculptural toy. The unicorn features an additional horn element that sets it apart from the horse.

• Horse: A classic soft toy horse worked in Sirdar Snuggly Spots DK shade 712 as the main shade, with Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 443 as the contrast.
• Unicorn: A magical unicorn version worked in Sirdar Snuggly Spots DK shade 708 as the main shade, with Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 350 as the contrast, plus an oddment of Snuggly DK shade 312 for additional detailing.

Yarn and Materials

Both toys are worked using two yarns from the Sirdar Snuggly range, which is specifically designed with babies and children in mind, offering softness and washability — important qualities in a toy that will be handled frequently.

• Sirdar Snuggly Spots DK (F004): Used as the main shade for both toys. This yarn features a subtle spotted or marl effect that adds visual texture and character to the finished fabric. Two 50g balls are required for each toy.
• Sirdar Snuggly DK (F075): A smooth DK weight yarn used as the contrast shade for details such as the mane, tail, and hooves. One 50g ball is required for each toy.
• An oddment of Snuggly DK shade 312 is also called for in the unicorn version for accent details.
• A 3.00mm crochet hook (UK 10 / US D/3) is used throughout.
• 4 buttons are required — these are typically used to attach the legs in a way that allows them to move or to secure limb joints.
• Washable toy filler is used to stuff the finished pieces, ensuring the toys are safe, soft, and easy to clean.

Tension

The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over pattern using a 3.00mm hook. Achieving the correct tension is particularly important for toy making, as it affects the final size of the toy and, crucially, ensures the fabric is dense enough that the toy filler cannot be seen or pushed through the stitches.

Crochet Techniques Used

This is a crochet pattern worked primarily using UK crochet terminology, with US equivalents noted in the pattern. The construction method is typical of amigurumi and soft toy crochet, where individual components are worked separately and seamed or assembled at the end.

• Working in the round: Many of the toy's components — such as the body, head, and legs — are worked in continuous or joined rounds to create seamless, three-dimensional shapes.
• Working in rows: Some flat pieces, such as ears or decorative panels, may be worked back and forth in rows.
• Shaping through increases and decreases: The rounded,