15 Horse Sewing Patterns guaranteed to make a horse lover smile
Many little girls love horses, and my daughter is no exception. I don’t know where this interest in horses comes from. We don’t live anywhere near any horse farms. Perhaps it’s My Little Pony and other books and TV shows!
But horses really are graceful and powerful creatures, and it’s hard not to be captivated by their beauty.
I can’t afford to buy my daughter a horse, but I can sew one! So I’ve rounded up the best horse sewing patterns:

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Horse Plush sewing patterns
Stuffed pony by Xanthe Patterns
The stuffed pony sewing pattern from Xanthe Patterns has such a cute design. I love the little fabric tail and saddle! It comes in two sizes: 15 inches tall and 12 inches tall.
Classic Colt by Rustic Horseshoe
Classic Colt stands up on his own and has an adorable wool mane and tail. There are lots of little details that make for an adorable horse plush toy.
Horse by Rumpled Quilt Skins
I love the quilted fabric design of the toy patterns from Rumpled Quilt Skins. Their horse is another adorable plushie sewing pattern.
Horse plush toy from Funky Friends Factory
The horse sewing pattern from Funky Friends Factory is a floppy design that can sit or stand. The pattern also comes with a unicorn option.
Roly Poly Horse by Arttony Toys
I love the roly poly toys from Arttony and this plush horse sewing pattern is no exception. They are so cute and cuddly! The pattern comes in four sizes, from 5 inches to 18 inches (13cm to 46cm).
Cedar the Horse by PC Bangles
Cedar the horse stands 8 inches (20cm) tall and has a jointed head, plus button jointed legs – perfect to make him gallop or sit (and just have fun!). He has so much character!
Zorse by Ric Rac Sews
Zorse is a sweet and whimsical “zebra horse” with a cute fabric tail and main. Zorse is a 12 inches tall and 13 inches long.
Button-Jointed Horse by Luxe Pattern Co
The button joints on thhis cute pony pattern from Luxe Pattern Co means this plush toy can be posed (sitting, standing, lying down, galloping), making it a more interactive play toy.
Felt Horse sewing patterns
Felt Horse with saddle and bridle by Lori Designs Online
This felt horse sewing pattern from Lori Designs Online has amazing details with the bridle and saddle. It is approximately 8 inches (20cm) tall.
Felt Horse by Woolhalla
This felt horse sewing pattern from Woolhalla is a realistic design. I love the star section at the front and the wild mane.
Felt Horse by Voynart
The felt horse sewing pattern from Voynart is another realistic felt horse design.
Felt Horses by Toy Patterns UA
How wild and free do these horses look with their flowing mains and tails! They would be so much fun for pretend play.
Horse doll sewing patterns
Joseph the Horse by Go Bunny Go
Joseph the Horse is such a cute pattern with his little overalls. I can’t just picture a little kid carrying this by the arm wherever they go!
Clovelly Horse by Koala and Mia Patterns
Clovelly Horse is another sweet cloth doll horse sewing pattern, complete with t-shirt and jeans. She’s approximately 23 inches tall (58cm), and would also love to be carried around everywhere!
More horse sewing pattern ideas
Horse Purse and Satchel by Rustic Horseshoe
Any horse lover would love their own horse purse or satchel. There are so many cute details on this sewing pattern from Rustic Horseshoe.
Holly hobby horse by kullaloo
My daughter loved jumping around on a stick horse. This pattern includes options for a hairdressing head, wall decoration or even a horse to wear (you’ll have to see this photo in the listing!), as well as a realistic hobby horse.
Sit On Horse by Frau Scheiner
For a larger horse that a child could sit on, check out the riding horse from Frau Scheiner. It’s 58cm (22.8 inches) tall and 75 cm (29.5 inches) long.
Choose your favourite horse sewing pattern and your horse lover can saddle up and ride into the sunset!
Looking for something more magical? Try these unicorn sewing patterns.
More farm animals to sew:
- Cow plush patterns
- Chicken plush patterns
- Pig plush patterns (coming soon)
- Sheep plush patterns (coming soon)

















