371 Crochet Pattern - Little Sheep Keychain or Brooch - PDF Knittoy CP

This little sheep is quick to crochet and very versatile: thanks to its flat back it becomes a keychain, a brooch, a fridge magnet or – with a small loop on the head – a hanging ornament.

Head and body are crocheted in one piece. The curls are worked directly on the head, the legs are braided from yarn and get tiny crocheted hooves. A pink bow, embroidered cheeks and a small Y-shaped nose complete the lamb.

A lovely little gift for every sheep lover – and a relaxing project for in between.

Design: Tatiana Knittoy for LittleOwlsHut.

Skill level: Easy. A good project if you already know the basics of amigurumi.

You should be able to:

• start with a magic ring and crochet in spiral rounds of single crochet
• increase and decrease
• work in front or back loops
• crochet chains and slip stitches
• sew on small parts and embroider with yarn

The curls, the braided legs and the bow are explained step by step with photos.

What you'll receive: a 24-page PDF pattern in English (US terms), instant download after purchase – plus the same pattern in German.

• Round-by-round instructions
• USA/UK terminology comparison chart
• Lots of photos for every step
• Tips on stitch loops and on using safety eyes
• Links to helpful video tutorials
• A short print version without pictures to save ink and paper

The finished sheep is approx. 11 cm (4.3 in) tall (approx. 8 cm / 3.1 in sitting).

These measurements are for the yarn used in the pattern (YarnArt Jeans, 160 m / 50 g) and a 2 mm hook. With thicker yarn and a larger hook your sheep will be bigger, and you'll need a little more yarn.

• Yarn: YarnArt Jeans (55% cotton, 45% acrylic, 160 m / 50 g) in brown (main colour – body and curls), beige (muzzle, ears and hooves), white (eyes) and pink (bow and cheeks)
• Or any other smooth yarn: acrylic, cotton, wool blend etc.
• Black yarn or embroidery floss for the nose
• Crochet hook 2 mm (or to suit your yarn)
• Stuffing
• Tapestry needle and scissors
• Stitch marker (a scrap of contrast yarn works too)
• Two 5 mm half beads for the eyes – or other toy eyes, including safety eyes
• Clear glue for the half beads
• Optional: key ring, brooch pin or magnet