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Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern

Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern
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About This Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a playful stacked farm toy set featuring a hay-covered cone base and four animals: horse, cow, pig and rooster. Each animal is constructed as a stuffed ring-body with removable details so they can be stacked for display or play. Techniques include continuous rounds, simple increases and decreases, and surface embroidery for facial features.

Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The instructions include full crochet rounds, color changes and assembly notes with suggested yarn quantities for each color. Ideal for crafters wanting a cheerful multi-piece project with lots of creative finishing options.

Why You'll Love This Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi techniques with a fun stacked display concept that children adore. I enjoy the variety — from the fluffy hay fringe to the small facial embroidery details — which keeps each piece interesting to make. The pattern is thoughtful about assembly and finishing so you get professional-looking results even as a confident beginner. Sharing these little farm friends always brings smiles and makes a delightful handmade gift.

Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern to make each animal uniquely mine — change yarn colors to create different breeds of cow, use variegated yarn for a whimsical mane, or swap the rooster colors to coordinate with nursery decor.

To make a larger or smaller set, change yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn with a larger hook gives a chunky, cuddly version while finer yarn makes a smaller, more detailed set.

I often add embroidered eyebrows, eyelashes or tiny felt accessories like a bow or saddle to change personality without altering the base construction.

Try adding wire inside the legs or tail for a posable toy that can be displayed in different ways — just be sure to secure wire ends safely inside stuffing.

For a different texture on the hay, use boucle yarn or loop yarn instead of cut strands, or mix two tones of yellow for a more natural hay look.

Convert one animal into a holiday-themed version by swapping colors — a pumpkin-colored pig for autumn, or a white and red rooster for festive decor.

If you want a quieter toy for babies, avoid glued-on embellishments and use only embroidered facial features for safety.

I also recommend experimenting with surface crochet or duplicate stitch to add spots, stripes or names onto the body rings for personalization.

Make a mini keychain version by using fingering-weight yarn and a smaller hook — reduce the number of rounds for each ring and skip stuffing for a light decorative piece.

For gifting, create a mini set of two animals and a small cone; package them in a clear bag with a ribbon and a small tag that lists the yarn colors used for an extra-special handmade present.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when working continuous rounds can cause you to lose track of the beginning of the round; use a stitch marker or contrasting yarn to mark the start of each round and move it up as you work. ✗ Overstuffing the rings and heads makes sewing and fitting the Inner and Outer body pieces difficult; stuff gradually and test fit the pieces on the cone or interior body before closing completely. ✗ Not working in back loops only where instructed will change the texture and placement for ruffles and dc rows; carefully follow the 'work in bk lps only' notes to achieve the correct effect. ✗ Forgetting to leave long tails for sewing will make attaching parts awkward and less secure; always leave tails when instructed and use them to whipstitch pieces together for a neat join.

Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming stackable farm scene with a hay cone, horse, cow, pig and rooster using this friendly crochet pattern. You will love the playful textures, detachable body rings, and bright colorwork that bring each animal to life. Perfect for gifting or playtime, the pattern includes step-by-step instructions for every piece and assembly details so your stack will look neat and secure.

Beginner Friendly 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Down On The Farm - Stack Toy Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 10 oz. #324 Bright Yellow for Cone, Hay, Rooster
  • 02
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 8 oz. #360 Cafe Latte for Horse
  • 03
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 2-1/2 oz. #365 Coffee for Horse mane and tail
  • 04
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 8 oz. #311 White for Cow
  • 05
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 3 oz. #312 Black for accents on all animals
  • 06
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 3 oz. #368 Paddy Green for Rooster body and wings
  • 07
    Red Heart SuperSaver acrylic yarn: 1 oz. each #355 Royal Green, #319 Cherry Red, #254 Pumpkin, #334 Buff for Rooster details
  • 08
    Caron yarn: 6 oz. #1050A Peach for Cow and Pig details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
  • 02
    CraftFOM #9 Styrofoam Cone 3.7" x 8.9" (9.3 cm x 22.6 cm) (purchased at JoAnns)
  • 03
    Fiberfill stuffing (one 20 oz. bag is more than enough)
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Stitch markers or a strand of contrasting yarn
  • 07
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Materials & Gauge :

Info :

Gauge: 4 sc rnds = 1", 4 sc sts = 1". Note: Pattern is worked in continuous rnds unless otherwise stated. Mark beg of rnds with pin or strand of contrasting yarn. Work in ends as you go.

— Cone Base :

Rnd 1 :

Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6)

Rnd 2 :

Work 2 sc in each st. (12)

Rnd 3 :

(Sc in next st, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (18)

Rnd 4 :

(Sc in next 2 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (24)

Rnd 5 :

(Sc in next 3 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (30)

Rnd 6 :

(Sc in next 4 sts, work 2 st in next st) Rep ( ) around. (36)

Rnd 7 :

(Sc in next 5 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (42)

Rnd 8 :

Only if another rnd is needed so piece will completely cover base of cone - Sc in each st. (42) Fasten off, set aside.

— Outer Cone Base :

Info :

Beg with Bright Yellow.

Rnd 1 :

Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st. (6)

Rnd 2 :

Work 2 sc in each st. (12)

Rnd 3 :

(Sc in next 3 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (15)

Rnd 4 & 5 :

Sc in each st. (15)

Rnd 6 :

(Sc in next 4 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (18)

Rnd 7 & 8 :

Sc in each st. (18)

Rnd 9 :

(Sc in next 5 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (21)

Rnd 10 & 11 :

Sc in each st. (21)

Rnd 12 :

(Sc in next 6 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (24)

Rnd 13 & 14 :

Sc in each st. (24)

Rnd 15 :

(Sc in next 7 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (27)

Rnd 16 & 17 :

Sc in each st. (27)

Rnd 18 :

(Sc in next 8 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (30)

Rnd 19 & 20 :

Sc in each st. (30)

Rnd 21 :

(Sc in next 9 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (33)

Rnd 22 & 23 :

Sc in each st. (33)

Rnd 24 :

(Sc in next 10 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (36)

Rnd 25 & 26 :

Sc in each st. (36)

Rnd 27 :

(Sc in next 11 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (39)

Rnd 28 & 29 :

Sc in each st. (39)

Rnd 30 :

(Sc in next 12 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (42)

Rnd 31 - 36 :

Sc in each st. (42) -- don't fasten off.

— Assemble Cone Base and Cover :

Info :

* Note: I prefer to leave the packaging plastic cover on my styrofoam cone. I remove the label, but I feel the cone is less likely to break when the plastic is left on. It also makes it easier to slip the cone cover onto the cone. But this is my preference, but do whichever works best for you.

Rnd 37 :

Slip Outer Cone Cover onto Cone. Holding right side of Cone Base on bottom of Cone, and with the top of Cone towards you, join pieces by working through sts of Rnd 36 of Outer Cone Cover and last Rnd of Base. Work (sc in next 6 sts, work 2 sc in next st) Rep ( ) around. (48 sc) Join with sl st in first st.

Rnd 38 :

Work in bk lps only, for this rnd and each rnd to end. Ch 3 - counts as first dc in each rnd - dc in next 2 lps, inc (dc in next 3 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (60) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join.

Rnd 39 :

Ch 3, dc in next 3 lps, inc, (dc in next 4 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (72) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join.

Rnd 40 :

Ch 3, dc in next 4 lps, inc, (dc in next 5 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (84) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join.

Rnd 41 :

Ch 3, dc in next 5 lps, inc, (dc in next 6 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (96) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join.

Rnd 42 :

Ch 3, dc in next 6 lps, inc, (dc in next 7 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (108) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join.

Rnd 43 :

Ch 3, dc in next 7 lps, inc, (dc in next 8 lps, inc) Rep ( ) around. (120) Sl st in top of ch 3 to join. Fasten off.

Info :

Hay Strands: Cut several strands of Bright Yellow 6-1/2" long. (Hint: I wrap my yarn around a pack of Post-It Notes for the ideal length) Beg with outer rnd of strands, knot 1 strand of yarn in each fr lp of sts of Rnd 43. Knot 1 strand of yarn in each rem lp of sts of Rnds 37 - 42. Strands shouldn't need to be trimmed but that's up to you if you choose to do so.

Info :

Note: When working the Body Rings, the length of the ring should be long enough for the stuffed ring to go around the cone and have the ends meet without stretching the piece too much. If you need to work a couple of extra rnds or a couple less than what the instructions state, that's perfectly fine.

— Directions for Horse :

Body Ring :

Work in Cafe Latte. Rnd 1: Ch 26, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (26) Rnds 2 - 78: Sc in each st. (26) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Rnd 1 to Rnd 78.

Neck :

Work in Cafe Latte. Leave long tail at beg of ch. Rnd 1: Ch 24, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, sc in each ch. (24) Rnds 2 - 5: Sc in each st. (24) Fasten off, leave long tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew to Body Ring as shown in photo, so Neck is angling upwards.

Head :

Work in Cafe Latte. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Rnds 4 - 10: Sc in each st. (24) Rnd 11: (Sc in next 7 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (27) Rnd 12: Sc in each st. (27) Rnd 13: (Sc in next 8 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (30) Rnd 14: Sc in each st. (30) Rnd 15: (Sc in next 9 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (33) Rnd 16: (Sc in next 10 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (36) Rnd 17 & 18: Sc in each st. (36) Stuff as you work. Rnd 19: (Sc in next 2 st, dec) Rep ( ) around. (24) Rnd 20 & 21: (Sc next 2 sts tog) Rep ( ) around. (12)(6) Rnd 22: Sl st in every other st 3 times. Fasten off. Work in ends. Sew Head to top of Neck as shown in photo.

Ears (Make 2) :

Work in Cafe Latte. (Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch) Rep ( ) twice. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Place wrong sides tog, whipstitch pieces tog, leaving bottom (dc end) unsewn. Sew Ears 1" apart to Rnd 18 of Head.

Legs (Make 4) :

Beg with Coffee. Rnd 1: Ch 6, sl st in first ch. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (15) Break Coffee, attach Cafe Latte. Rnds 4 - 14: Sc in each st. (15) Rnd 15: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnd 16 & 17: Sc in each st. (18) Rnd 18: (Sc in next 5 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (21) Rnd 19: (Sc in next 6 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Legs to Body Ring as shown in photo.

Tail :

Cut about 28 strands of Coffee 11" long. Wrap 1 strand around center of strands, knot tightly. With ends of strand, attach Tail to back end of Body Ring. Trim if desired.

Mane :

Cut several strands of Coffee 8" long. Holding 2 strands tog, knot 2 to 3 rows of strands from Rnd 16 of Head (between the Ears) to the bottom of Neck. Trim strands as desired. Strands between Ears should be shorter than the rest.

Facial Features :

Eyes: With Black and yarn needle, work 4-5 vertical str sts over Rnds 12 & 13 of Head, 1-1/4" apart. Nostrils: With Black and yarn needle, work 2 vertical str sts for each Nostril, working over Rnd 5 of Head, about 1" apart. Mouth: With Black and yarn needle, working in rev st, work smiley mouth at the end of Muzzle, about 3/4" across. Secure and work in all ends.

— Directions for Cow :

Body Ring :

Work in White. Rnd 1: Ch 24, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (24) Rnds 2 - 68: Sc in each st. (24) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Rnd 1 to Rnd 68.

Neck :

Work in White. Leave long tail at beg of ch. Rnd 1: Ch 24, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, sc in each ch. (24) Rnds 2 - 4: Sc in each st. (24) Fasten off, leave long tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew to Body Ring as shown in photo, so Neck is angling upwards.

Head :

Beg with Peach. Rnd 1: Ch 5, work 2 sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next 2 chs, 3 sc in last ch. Turn to work down other side of ch; sc in next 2 chs, sc in same sp as first 2 st. (10) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in last st. (16) Break Peach, attach White. Rnds 3 - 5: Sc in each st. (16) Rnd 6: (Sc in next 7 sts, inc) Rep twice. (18) Rnd 7: Sc in each st. (18) Rnd 8: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Rnd 9: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (30) Rnd 10: Sc in each st. (30) Rnd 11: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (36) Rnds 12 & 13: Sc in each st. (36) Rnd 14: (Sc in next 4 sts, dec) Rep ( ) around. (30) Rnd 15: Sc in each st. (30) Stuff as you work. Rnd 16: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) Rep ( ) around. (24) Rnd 17: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnd 18: (Sc in next st, dec) Rep ( ) around. (12) Rnd 19: (Sc next 2 sts tog) Rep ( ) around. (6) Rnd 20: Sl st every other st 3 times. Fasten off. Work in ends. Sew Head to top of Neck as shown in photo, having the beg ch going horizontally.

Horns (Make 2) :

Work in Peach. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2 & 3: Sc in each st. (6) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff slightly. Sew Horns to top of Head 2" apart.

Ears (Make 2) :

Work in White. Leave 4" tail at beg of ch. Ch 6, hdc in 3rd ch from hk and in next 2 chs, sl st in last ch. Fasten off, leave 4" tail. With tails, attach Ears to sides of Head just below Horns, with right side facing forward.

Legs (Make 4) :

Beg with Black/. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (15) Rnd 4: Work in bk lps only - Sc in each st. (15) Rnd 5: Sc in each st. (15) Break Black, attach White. Rnds 6 - 11: Sc in each st. (15) Rnd 12: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnds 13 - 15: Sc in each st. (18) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Legs to Body Ring as shown in photo.

Tail :

Leave 4" tail at beg of ch. Ch 11, working in bk bumps only; sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across. Fasten off, leave 4" tail. With tails, attach Tail to back end of Body Ring.

Tail Ends :

Cut 3 strands of Black 8" long. Holding all strands tog, knot onto the end sp of the Tail. Trim ends as desired.

Patches (Make 5) :

Work in Black. Row 1: Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across. (3) Turn. Row 2: Ch 1, inc, sc in next st, inc. (5) Turn. Row 3: Ch 1, inc, sc in next 3 sts, inc. (7) Turn. Row 4: Ch 1, inc, sc in next 4 sts, inc. (9) Turn. Row 5: Ch 1, dec, sc in next 4 sts, inc. (7) Turn. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each st. (6) Turn. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in next 4 sts, dec. (5) Turn. Row 8: Ch 1, sc in next 5 sts. (5) Turn. Row 9: Ch 1, inc, sc in next 3 sts, inc. (7) Turn. Row 10: Ch 1, sc in next 6 sts, inc. (8) Turn. Row 11: Ch 1, dec, sc in next 4 sts, dec. (6) Turn. Row 12: Ch 1, dec, sc in next 2 sts, dec. (4) Turn. Row 13: Ch 1, dec 2 times. (2) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Sew Patches to Body Ring and Legs as desired, having the Patches turned different ways.

Mane :

Cut a few strands (about 9) of Black yarn 5" long. Knot strands to top of Head between Horns. Trim ends as desired.

Facial Features :

Eyes: With Black and yarn needle, work 4-5 vertical str sts over Rnds 8 & 9 of Head, 1" apart. Nostrils: With Black and yarn needle, work 2 vertical str sts for each Nostril, on front of Muzzle (Peach) area, about 1/2" apart.

— Directions for Pig :

Body Ring :

Work in Peach. Rnd 1: Ch 20, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (20) Rnds 2 - 50: Sc in each st. (20) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Rnd 1 to Rnd 50.

Head :

Work in Peach. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2 & 3: Work 2 sc in each st. (12)(24) Rnd 4: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (30) Rnds 5 - 8: Sc in each st. (30) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Head to one end of Body Ring.

Snout :

Work in Peach. Rnd 1: Ch 3, work 2 sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next 3 chs, 3 sc in last ch. Turn and work down other side of ch; sc in next 3 sts, end with sc in same sp as first 2 sts. (12) Rnd 2: Sc in next st, inc, sc in next 3 sts, inc, sc in next st, inc, sc in next 3 sts, inc. Sl st to join. Rnd 3: Ch 1, work in bk lps only - Sc in each lp. (16) Sl st to join. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Snout to front of Head as shown in photo, having the beg ch going horizontally.

Ears (Make 2) :

Work in Peach. (Right Side) Ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch. Fasten off leave tail for sewing. Sew hdc end of Ears to top of Head, 1-3/4" apart so Ears "flop" out to the sides. See photos.

Legs (Make 4) :

Beg with Black. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: Ch 1, work in bk lps only - Sc in each st. (12) Break Black, attach Peach. Rnds 4 - 10: Sc in each st. (12) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Legs to Body Ring.

Tail :

Work in Peach. Leave 4" tail at beg of ch. Ch 6, work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across. Fasten off, leave 4" tail. With tails, attach Tail to back end of Body Ring. "Curl" tail.

Facial Features :

Eyes: With Black and yarn needle, work 3-4 vertical str sts just above Snout, about 1/2" apart. Nostrils: With Black and yarn needle, work 2 vertical str sts for each Nostril, on front of Snout about 1/4" apart.

— Directions for Rooster :

Body - Inner Body :

Work in Paddy Green. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Rnds 5 - 10: Sc in each st. (24) Fasten off. Set aside.

Outer Body :

Beg at Head with Buff. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnds 4 - 9: Sc in each st. (18) Rnd 10: (Sc in next 5 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (21) Rnd 11: Sc in each st. (21) Rnd 12: (Sc in next 6 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Turn. Rnd 13: Sl st in next st. Turn.

Ruffle :

With top of Head away from you and working in bk lps only (Ch 3 sl st in next 2 lps) Rep ( ) around. Fasten off. Rnd 14: With top of Head towards you, join Paddy Green in any rem lp of Rnd 13. Sc in each lp. (24) Rnd 15: (Sc in next 7 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (27) Rnd 16: Sc in each st. (27) Rnd 17: (Sc in next 8 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (30) Rnd 18: Sc in each st. (30) Rnd 19: (Sc in next 9 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (33) Rnd 20: Sc in each st. (33) Rnd 21: (Sc in next 10 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (36) Rnd 22 & 23: Sc in each st. (36) Rnd 24: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) Rep ( ) around. (24)

Assemble Body :

Stuff Head and Body leaving unstuffed area in center of Body so Inner Body may be inserted. Insert Inner Body into Outer Body, add more stuffing around Inner Body if needed, but making sure Inner Body will slip onto the top of Cone when done. Working through both pieces, sc around to close. (24) Sl st to join. Fasten off. See photos for detail.

Rooster Hay :

Cut 48-50 strands of Bright Yellow 6" long. Holding 2 strands held tog and with the bottom of Body towards you, knot strands on fr lps only of Rnd 24. Trim if desired.

Tail :

Work in Paddy Green. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: (Sc in next st, inc) Rep ( ) around. (9) Rnd 3: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (12) Rnd 4: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (15) Rnd 5: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnd 6: (Sc in next 5 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (21) Rnd 7: (Sc in next 6 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (24) Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff. Sew Tail to lower Body See photo.

Tail Feathers (Make 12) :

- 3 Cherry Red, 3 Bright Yellow, 2 Pumpkin, 2 Royal, 2 Paddy Green. Leave 5" tail at beg of ch. Ch 17, sl st in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next ch, hdc in next 13 chs, sc in last ch. Fasten off, leave 5" tail. With tails and wrong side facing up, attach Feathers to end area of Tail. Try to not have 2 of the same color right next to each other.

Beak :

Work in Pumpkin. (Ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next ch, dc in next ch) Rep ( ) twice. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Sew dc sts tog (this will be the inside of Beak) and sew to front of Head between Rnds 6 & 7.

Comb :

Work in Cherry Red. Ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hk, 4 dc in next ch, sc in next ch, 4 dc in next ch, sc in next ch, 4 dc in next ch, sc in last ch. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Sew Comb to top of Head, centering 3 rnds above Beak. See photos.

Eyes :

With Black and yarn needle, work 4 vertical str sts for each eye just above the Beak, about 1/4" apart.

Waddle :

Work in Cherry Red. Leave 5" tail at beg of ch. Ch 5, hdc in 3rd ch from hk, sc in next ch, sl st in last ch. Fasten off, leave 5" tail. With tails, attach Waddle to Head directly below Beak with wrong side facing up.

Wings (Make 2) :

Work in Paddy Green. Rnd 1: Ch 3, sl st in first ch to join. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each ch. (6) Rnd 2: (Sc in next st, inc) Rep ( ) around. (9) Rnd 3: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (12) Rnd 4: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (15) Rnd 5: (Sc in next 4 sts, inc) Rep ( ) around. (18) Rnds 6 - 8: Sc in each st. (18) Rnd 9: (Sc in next st, dec) Rep ( ) around. (12) Rnd 10: (Sc next 2 sts tog) Rep ( ) around. (6) Sl st in next st. Ch 1, close top of Wing by working 3 sc across Rnd 10. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Sew Wings to sides of Body below Neck Ruffle, having Wings on a slight slant, pointing towards back of Body.

Feet (Make 2) :

Work in Pumpkin. Leave 5" tail at beg of ch. Ch 9, sl st in 2nd ch from hk and in next 2 chs, (ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hk and in next 2 chs) Rep ( ) twice, sl st in last 5 chs of ch 9. Fasten off, leave 5" tail. With tails attach Legs to bottom of Body directly above Hay with wrong side facing up.

Assembly Instructions

  • Slip the Outer Cone Cover onto the Styrofoam cone, align the Cone Base under it and join pieces by working through the sts of Rnd 36 of Outer Cover and the last rnd of the Base; work (sc in next 6 sts, work 2 sc in next st) around and join with sl st.
  • Stuff heads and body rings leaving the center of the outer body unstuffed so the Inner Body (for the rooster) or cone can be inserted; after inserting, sc through both pieces to close and join securely.
  • Sew each animal head to its neck top (follow the photo references): horse head to top of neck, cow and pig heads attached with the beginning chain orientation as described in the head sections.
  • Attach legs evenly to the Body Ring as instructed for each animal, stuffing and leaving tails for sewing to ensure secure and stable placement.
  • Knot hay and mane strands according to instructions: attach bright yellow hay to cone rounds 37-43 and knot mane strands to head rounds as specified; trim for a natural look.
  • Position ears, horns, beaks, combs and waddles using the distances noted (for example horns 2" apart on the cow and ears 1-3/4" apart on the pig) and sew securely using long tails left from finishing.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated and mark the beginning of each round to avoid losing track of your stitch placement.
  • 💡Leave long tails for sewing when instructed so assembly is neat and you can securely join pieces without adding extra yarn later.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and check fit frequently — overstuffing can distort shapes and make assembly difficult, while under-stuffing can leave gaps.
  • 💡When instructed to work in back loops only, follow exactly to create the intended texture and allow pieces (like ruffles) to sit properly.

This cheerful Down On The Farm stack toy set brings handmade charm to playrooms and shelves alike. The stackable design and bright colors make it perfect for gifting and imaginative play. Follow the full instructions to crochet each animal and assemble the layered farm scene. 🧶🐄🐴

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The stack measures approximately 13-1/2" tall when stacked; individual animals vary (Horse about 14" nose to tail, Cow about 13", Pig 10", Rooster 6" tall).

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights, but this will change the finished size; adjust your hook accordingly and keep in mind stuffing and fit for the cone cover and body rings.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is suitable for confident beginners — you should be comfortable with single crochet, increases and decreases, and working in rounds; some parts use back-loop-only and basic embroidery.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

This multi-piece project typically takes 12-15 hours depending on experience, the number of animals you complete, and how much time you spend on finishing and embellishments.