13 Free Sheep Patterns | Crochet and Knit

Lambs give us sheep and sheep give us wool to crochet and knit with! Make your own sheep and lamb-themed projects with these free projects from Yarnspirations.

• Little Lamb
• Sweet Lamb Crochet Hat
• Sheep Toy
• Counting Sheep Blanket
• Sheep Toy
• Crochet Sheep Mobile
• Yawn the Sheep Crochet Snuggle Sack
• Loopy Sheep Pillow
• Little Lamb Hangers
• Lamby Pie Lamb
• Baa Ram Ewe Crochet Sheep Toy
• Sleepy Sheep Crochet Blanket
• Crochet Sheep Baa-Baa-Baasket

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of sheep projects can I crochet or knit?

From the adorable to the whimsical! Amigurumi sheep stuffed toys are the most popular… that fluffy white body with a sweet face is endlessly charming. Sheep-themed dishcloths and coasters are fun for farm-style kitchen decor. Baby items with sheep motifs (blankets, hats, booties) are precious for nurseries. You can also find sheep-shaped kitchen items, sheep pillow patterns, and accessories with sheep colorwork motifs. Sheep are universally beloved by yarn crafters… it’s fitting, given where our yarn comes from!

How do I get that fluffy texture on a crocheted sheep?

Several techniques create that fluffy, woolly look! Loop stitch is the classic method… you create loops as you crochet that mimic fleece. Boucle or textured yarn automatically gives a fluffy surface without any special stitches. You can also use a fluffy novelty yarn for the body and smooth yarn for the head and legs. Some crafters even brush their finished sheep with a pet slicker brush to fluff up the yarn fibers. The loop stitch method is the most traditional and gives the most realistic woolly look.

What yarn is best for an amigurumi sheep?

For the fluffy body: boucle, loop yarn, or any textured yarn that mimics wool. For the face, legs, and inner ears: smooth worsted weight acrylic in black, dark grey, or brown for a classic sheep look. White or off-white for the body is traditional, but lamb-colored cream or even colorful sheep in any color are adorable too. Machine-washable acrylic is practical for a toy that will be loved (and potentially drooled on) by small people. Choose soft textures everywhere the sheep will be snuggled!

Are sheep patterns appropriate for gifting to non-crafters?

Sheep amigurumi are universally beloved gift items! They’re cute to people who know nothing about yarn craft and especially delightful to people who DO know where yarn comes from. A handmade sheep is a playful nod to the whole textile tradition. They make wonderful gifts for new babies and young children, farmhouse decor lovers, teachers (sheep classroom themes are very popular), and honestly anyone who appreciates something handmade with personality and warmth. Little sheep friends find homes everywhere.

Can I make a whole flock of sheep quickly?

Amigurumi sheep work up at a pretty good pace once you have the hang of the pattern! The body is essentially a sphere with loop or fluffy yarn, the head is a smaller sphere, and the legs are four short tubes. After your first sheep (which takes longer as you figure out the pattern), subsequent sheep from the same pattern go much faster. Making a flock of 3 to 5 for a centerpiece, a gift set, or a baby shower display is a wonderful project. Each one can have slightly different character too… different ear positions, different expressions.