Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

ByLina Morgen
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

Materials

Yarn

  • Main color (Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce) – 2 skeins
  • Contrast colors – Small amounts for horn, curls, and details
  • Embroidery thread (YarnArt Jeans or similar) – For eyes and nostrils

Tools

  • 4mm crochet hook (or size to match your yarn)
  • Fiberfill stuffing (Hollofiber, Ecofiber)
  • Stitch markers
  • Tapestry needle & scissors
  • Lighter (to seal yarn ends)
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

Abbreviations

  • MR – Magic ring
  • sc – Single crochet
  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
  • ch – Chain
  • sl st – Slip stitch
  • BLO – Back loop only

Note: Work in continuous rounds unless specified.

Pattern Instructions

1. Head (Make 2 Pieces)

(Main color yarn)

  • Rnd 1: 7 sc in MR. (7)
  • Rnd 2: 7 inc. (14)
  • Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x7. (21)
  • Continue increasing following the pattern until Rnd 18 (126 sts).
  • Rnds 19–24: 126 sc (6 rounds).
  • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

  • Stuff both head pieces firmly.
  • Sew them together along the edges, leaving a small opening to insert more stuffing if needed.
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

2. Ears (Make 2)

(Main color yarn)

  • Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
  • Rnd 2: 5 inc. (10)
  • Rnd 3: 10 sc.
  • Continue increasing until Rnd 8 (25 sts), then decrease to shape the ear.
  • Fold the ear in half and sew the base closed.

3. Horn

(Contrast color yarn)

  • Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  • Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 inc) x2. (8)
  • Continue increasing every other round until Rnd 12 (18 sts).
  • Stuff lightly and sew to the top of the head.
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

4. Curls

(Contrast color yarn)

  • Chain 3, 5, or 6 stitches.
  • Starting from the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in each chain.
  • Make 6–8 curls in varying lengths and attach them around the unicorn’s head.
Crochet a Magical Unicorn Pillow

5. Embroidery

  • Use black thread to stitch closed eyes or sleepy lashes.
  • Add pink nostrils for a cute touch

Assembly

  1. Sew the ears to the top of the head, slightly tilted forward.
  2. Attach the horn centered between the ears.
  3. Sew curls symmetrically around the head.
  4. Embroider facial features for personality

Tips for Success

  • Stuff firmly for a plush, huggable finish.
  • Use stitch markers to track rounds.
  • Experiment with colors – try pastels or rainbow hues

Final Thoughts

Your Unicorn Pillow is now ready to spread magic! This pattern is perfect for gifting or keeping as a cheerful decor piece

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