Crochet Donkey Lovey, Free Pattern

This Crochet Donkey Lovey pattern is made from a combination of my granny square pattern and Amigurumi Today’s crochet zebra pattern.

Similar to the Crochet Zebra Lovey and Crochet Horse Lovey, this Crochet Donkey Lovey is quick and easy make. It uses fingering weight yarn which makes for a light, airy and detailed crochet piece suitable for babies of all ages.

It uses 3mm crochet hook for the main body. The head and all it’s attachments are made using a 2.5mm crochet hook. Overall, the pattern uses easy, simple stitches enabling you to make this lovely lovey!

Inspiration Behind the Pattern

This donkey lovey was inspired by the surprising story in Numbers 22, where Balak, king of Moab, fears the Israelites and hires the prophet Balaam to curse them. Despite God’s command not to go, Balaam proceeds, leading to the famous episode where an angel blocks his path, and his donkey talks to him after being beaten. 

The story is unusual and memorable, reminding us that God sometimes works through unexpected messengers to guide and protect. As I reflected on this passage during the Through the Bible CAL, the idea for this donkey lovey felt like a reminder that the things slowing us down may sometimes be moments of God’s mercy along the road.

This pattern is one part of a larger Numbers 22–36 devotional exploring the journey of faith

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Crochet Donkey Lovey Pattern

Skill level: Advanced beginner

Final measurements: The Crochet Donkey Lovey is 12 inches long

Materials:

• Fingering weight yarn in black, dark grey and light grey
• Darning needle
• 2.5mm and 3mm crochet hook
• Toy stuffing
• Scissors

Stitches and terms used:

• Ch= chain
• Sl st= slip stitch
• Sc= single crochet
• Dc= double crochet
• Rpt = repeat
• St(s)= stitch(es)
• Sp(s)= space(s)
• Inc= increase: 2 sc in the same space
• Dec= decrease: single crochet two together

Yarn alternatives: Any superfine (fingering, baby or sock weight) yarn, #1 or 4 ply yarn

Pattern notes:

• Read through the pattern before starting your work just to be sure you don’t have any questions that might cause frustration while working on the project.
• This pattern is written in US crochet terms.
• You can make the Crochet Donkey Lovey with forelegs or without.

1. Head

Use this pattern and a 2.5mm crochet hook for the head.

Rnd 1- 11: Use light grey yarn

Rnd 12-33: Use dark grey yarn

2. Ears (make 2)

Use this pattern and a 2.5 mm crochet hook for the ears.

Rnd 1-4: Use light grey yarn

Rnd 5-9: Use dark grey yarn

3. Mane

Use this pattern, black yarn and 2.5 mm crochet hook for the mane. Once complete, attach all the pieces as shown in the same pattern.

4. Forelegs

Use this pattern, black and dark grey yarn and 2.5 mm crochet hook for the forelegs.

Rnd 1-5: Use black yarn

Rnd 6-25: Use dark grey yarn

5. Body

The body is made using the classic granny square pattern and a 3mm crochet hook

Rnd 1-12: Use dark grey yarn

Rnd 13-16: Use light grey yarn

Rnd 17: In light grey yarn, sc in each st across working (sc, ch 2, sc) in each of the 4 corner spaces. Fasten off yarn.

Rnd 18: In dark grey yarn, rpt Row 17

Rnd 19: In black yarn, rpt Row 17

At this point, your granny square should measure around 11.5 inches. Attach the head to the body. You will do this by sewing the bottom section of the head around the first row of your granny square and the forelegs to the sides.

Once that is done, embroider the eyes and nose on the head. Now you have a lovely Crochet Donkey Lovey.

Part of the Wilderness Journey Lovey Collection

If you enjoyed making this lovey, you might also like the other patterns inspired by reflections from Numbers 22–33 in the Through the Bible CAL:

• Donkey Lovey – a reminder that God sometimes guides and protects us in unexpected ways. (You are here).
• Zebra Lovey – a reflection on the long wilderness journey and the unique patterns God weaves in our lives. Go to the pattern.
• Horse Lovey – a reminder that seasons of wandering can prepare us for what lies ahead. Go to the pattern.