Dusty Donkey

Dusty Donkey is a soft and lovable crochet companion with floppy ears, a tousled little mane, oversized hooves, and the sweetest round belly. Designed with plush yarn, this beginner-friendly pattern works up quickly into a cuddly keepsake that’s perfect for nurseries, baby showers, birthdays, or anyone who loves handmade treasures.

Whether displayed on a nursery shelf or hugged every day, Dusty Donkey is sure to bring warmth, comfort, and a little rustic charm to your handmade collection.

Finished Size

• Approximately 12 inches (28 cm) tall when made with the recommended materials.
• Finished size may vary depending on yarn choice and individual tension.

Gauge

• 10 sc × 11 rounds = 4” × 4” (10 × 10 cm)
• Worked in continuous rounds using a 7 mm hook and super bulky (Size 6) yarn.
• Gauge is not critical for amigurumi but will affect the finished size.

Materials

• 7 mm crochet hook
• Super bulky (Size 6) yarn
• Polyester fiberfill
• 12 mm safety eyes (embroidered eyes are recommended for children under 3 years)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Yarn Requirements

Approximately 83 yards total.

Main Color

• Approximately 67 yards
• Sample shown in Bernat Blanket – Country Blue

Accent Color (Muzzle)

• Approximately 10 yards
• Sample shown in Bernat Blanket – Misty Blue

Mane

• Approximately 4 yards of black yarn

Bow (Optional)

• Approximately 2 yards
• Sample shown in Bernat Blanket – Mellow Mauve

Embroidery

• Approximately 20 inches of black Size 4 yarn

Pattern Features

• Written in US crochet terminology
• Beginner-friendly
• Worked in continuous rounds
• Step-by-step instructions with helpful photos
• Quick, satisfying project using plush yarn

Dusty Donkey is part of the Lavender North Littles Collection—a series of heirloom-inspired crochet patterns designed to create timeless handmade keepsakes that bring comfort, warmth, and joy for years to come.