Make a fluffy little sheep, but even cuter and smaller, and you can hold it in your hands! That's what a Crochet Sheep Amigurumi is. It's a teeny-weeny, soft sheep that's been made by crochet, which is like painting but with yarn and a hook.
Crochet Sheep Amigurumi
This adorable sheep has a body made from loops and knots of yarn, and it's so cuddly, you'll want to hug it all day. Its curly wool feels nice to touch, and it has a sweet face that'll make you smile. Perfect to play with or to sit on your shelf, this crochet sheep is not just a toy, it's a little friend made with lots of love.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn
- Crochet hook
- Marker (to mark rounds)
- Stuffing material
- Needle (for sewing)
- Eyes for decoration (optional)
Steps to Crochet the Main Part:
Magic Ring:
- Wrap the yarn around your little finger and then bring it to the index finger.
- Make a loop around your middle finger, pinch the yarn with your thumb, and middle finger.
- Insert the hook into the loop on your middle finger, hook the yarn, and pull up a loop.
- Yarn over the hook, pull through the loop to complete the magic ring.
Round 1:
- Work six single crochets into the magic ring.
- Use a marker to indicate the end of your round.
Round 2:
- Start with six increases - each increase involves two single crochets in the same stitch.
- Repeat this for each stitch around (12 stitches total).
For Round 3:
- Alternate between a single crochet and an increase throughout the round (18 stitches total).
Round 4:
- Follow the pattern: two single crochets, one increase throughout the round (24 stitches total).
Round 5:
- Follow the pattern: three single crochets, one increase throughout the round (30 stitches total).
For Round 6:
- Single crochet in each stitch around (30 stitches).
Round 7:
- Follow the pattern: four single crochets, one increase throughout the round (36 stitches total).
Rounds 8 to 10:
- Work one single crochet into each stitch around (36 stitches per round).
Continue increasing and adding rounds as outlined until the desired size is reached. Remember to move the marker up each round to keep track of your beginning point.
Sewing Together and Finishing Touches:
- After your main part is complete, proceed with crocheting the ears and other additional parts, following specific instructions for creating each additional shape.
- Attach the ears and any other components by sewing them onto the main body.
- Sew on facial features or use decorative elements like buttons for eyes, etc.
- Add stuffing before completely closing the piece.
Crocheting Ears (Abbreviated):
- Create a Magic Ring: Start each ear with a magic ring, and then work six single crochets into the ring.
- Follow Round Instructions: Increase and work the following rounds as specified (typically increasing each round until the ear is sized appropriately).
- Finish: Join, cut the yarn, and sew onto the main body.
Additional Notes:
- Ensure regular stuffing to keep the shape firm and even.
