Swiss Alps Cow – Free Crochet Pattern

Traditional Alpine Cow Amigurumi Pattern

She is dressed in a beautifully detailed traditional Dirndl ensemble. Her outfit consists of a crisp white puff-sleeve blouse worn underneath a striking black corset-style bodice with intricate crisscross lacing. The skirt is a rich deep red, delicately embroidered with tiny white Edelweiss flowers, the symbol of the Alps.

On her head, she wears a modest floral headscarf tied neatly under her chin. Her sturdy light yellow clogs are perfect for walking on rocky paths. To complete her chores, she carries a silver milk pail and has prepared a delicious wedge of Swiss cheese for a picnic.

This pattern is a wonderful project for those who appreciate cultural costumes and storytelling.

Important Note

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec – decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd – round
• row – row
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• Bobble – bobble stitch (used for cheese holes or texture)
• FO – fasten off

Materials

• DK or Sport weight yarn in Light Brown/Tan (Cow Body)
• DK weight yarn in White (Blouse, Horns, Edelweiss Flowers)
• DK weight yarn in Black (Corset Bodice)
• DK weight yarn in Deep Red/Burgundy (Skirt)
• DK weight yarn in Light Yellow/Cream (Clogs, Cheese)
• DK weight yarn in Silver/Grey (Milk Pail)
• Scrap of floral fabric (optional for headscarf) or Cream yarn
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (amigurumi parts)
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (clothing)
• Pair of 10 mm black safety eyes
• Dark brown embroidery thread (nostrils, mouth, lacing)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins
• Cardboard or plastic canvas (milk pail base)

Gauge & Finished Size

Work tightly in continuous spiral rounds so stuffing does not show.
Using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook, the finished cow measures approximately 26–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall.
The clothing is removable.

Construction Overview

The cow is made in separate pieces: head, body, legs, arms, ears, and horns.

• The white blouse is crocheted as part of the upper body and arms
• The Dirndl dress is removable
• The clogs are crocheted onto the feet
• Milk pail and cheese are separate accessories

Body Parts

Head

Use Light Brown yarn and 2.5 mm hook

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat around (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat around (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42)
Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat around (48)
Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat around (54)
Rnd 10–21: sc around (54)
Rnd 22: (7 sc, dec) repeat around (48)
Rnd 23: (6 sc, dec) repeat around (42)
Rnd 24: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 16–17, about 10 stitches apart.

Rnd 25: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
Rnd 26: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)

Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail.

Muzzle

Use Light Brown or a slightly lighter shade.

Rnd 1: Ch 8. Start 2nd ch: inc, sc 5, 4 sc in last. Turn: sc 5, inc (18)
Rnd 2: inc, sc 7, 2 inc, sc 7, inc (22)
Rnd 3: sc, inc, sc 7, inc, sc 2, inc, sc 7, inc, sc (26)
Rnd 4–6: sc around (26)

FO. Sew to face, stuff lightly, embroider nostrils.

Horns (Make 2)

Use White or Cream yarn.

Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) around (6)
Rnd 3: sc around
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (8)
Rnd 5: sc around

FO and sew to head.

Ears (Make 2)

Use Light Brown yarn.

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) around (9)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) around (12)
Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) around (15)
Rnd 5–9: sc around (15)
Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) around (12)

Flatten and sew below horns.

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Light Yellow (Clogs).

Rnd 1: Ch 7. Oval: sc 5, 3 sc in last, sc 4, inc (14)
Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc (20)
Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (20)
Rnd 4–6: sc around (20)
Rnd 7: sc 6, 4 dec, sc 6 (16)
Rnd 8: sc 6, 2 dec, sc 6 (14)

Change to Light Brown.

Rnd 9: (BLO) sc around (14)
Rnd 10–20: sc around (14)

Stuff firmly. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg.

Body

Join legs with ch 4.

Rnd 21: sc 14, sc 4, sc 14, sc 4 (36)
Rnd 22: (5 sc, inc) around (42)
Rnd 23–28: sc around (42)
Rnd 29: (5 sc, dec) around (36)

Change to White (Blouse).

Rnd 30: (BLO) sc around (36)
Rnd 31–33: sc around (36)
Rnd 34: (4 sc, dec) around (30)
Rnd 35–37: sc around (30)
Rnd 38: (3 sc, dec) around (24)
Rnd 39: sc around (24)

Stuff firmly. FO and sew head to body.