Introduction: This delightful crochet pattern allows you to create an irresistibly charming cow-themed gift pocket. Perfect for holding small presents, trinkets, or even as a decorative piece, this cow gift pocket adds a touch of whimsy to any occasion. The pattern is beginner-friendly and provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight yarn in white, black, and pink (or your desired cow colors).
  2. Crochet hook appropriate for your yarn size (usually between 4.0mm to 5.5mm).
  3. Yarn needle for weaving in ends.
  4. Scissors.
  5. Two small black buttons for the eyes.
  6. Stitch markers.

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • st: stitch
  • inc: increase (2 sc in the same st)
  • dec: decrease (single crochet decrease)

Pattern:

Body: Start with white yarn.

Row 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, and work 6 sc into the circle. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc. (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, inc in each st around. Join. (12)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in the next st, inc in the next st, repeat around. Join. (18)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in the next 2 sts, inc in the next st, repeat around. Join. (24)

Rows 5-10: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24)

Change to black yarn.

Row 11: Ch 1, sc in the next 2 sts, dec over the next 2 sts, repeat around. Join. (18)

Row 12: Ch 1, sc in the next st, dec over the next 2 sts, repeat around. Join. (12)

Stuff the pocket lightly.

Row 13: Ch 1, dec around. Join. (6)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Head: Start with white yarn.

Row 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, and work 6 sc into the circle. Join. (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, inc in each st around. Join. (12)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in the next st, inc in the next st, repeat around. Join. (18)

Rows 4-6: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (18)

Change to black yarn.

Rows 7-8: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (18)

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

  1. Sew the head onto the body using the long tail of the head piece. Position it slightly above the center of the body.
  2. Attach the black buttons as eyes on the head.
  3. Use pink yarn to embroider a small triangle for the nose and add some pink blush marks on the cheeks.
  4. Optional: Create small black spots on the body using black yarn and a yarn needle.

Your adorable cow gift pocket is now complete! Fill it with tiny surprises or use it as a charming decoration.