About This Bobby the Bighorn Sheep Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern creates Bobby, a tiny bighorn sheep amigurumi with curled beige horns and a brown body with white nose detail. The design uses simple amigurumi construction with color changes and small accessories like safety eyes. You will crochet separate pieces (head, body, legs, tail, horns) and sew them together for a finished sculpted look.
Worked in worsted weight yarn with 3.5mm and 3mm hooks, it is suitable for makers who want a small project with character. Clear round-by-round instructions and assembly directions are provided to help you finish a neat, standing sheep.
Why You'll Love This Bobby the Bighorn Sheep Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it captures so much personality in a very small size. I enjoyed designing the curled horns which give the sheep character and make it stand out from simpler amigurumi. The pattern balances straightforward rounds with a few shaping details so you learn while making something adorable. I also love how sturdy the finished toy is when you add the small weight in the body. Making several in different colors is one of my favorite ways to gift handmade charm to friends and family.
Switch Things Up
I love customizing this pattern by changing yarn colors to make different breeds of sheep; try a grey body with cream horns for variety.
I often make the horns a little larger by adding an extra increase round for a more dramatic curl.
To make a mini keychain version, use sport weight yarn and a 2.5mm hook and shorten the body rounds.
For a fluffier look, substitute the body yarn for a brushed mohair held together with the base yarn and use the same hook size.
I sometimes embroider small eyelashes or add tiny felt ears for different facial expressions.
Want a sturdier toy? Add a small washer or a couple of coins inside the bottom of the body for weight and balance.
You can create a family set by altering sizes: use thicker yarn for a large mom sheep and thinner yarn for babies.
Try adding removable accessories like a tiny crocheted scarf or bell using contrasting yarn for seasonal flair.
If you prefer posable legs, add thin wire inside the legs before stuffing to allow slight repositioning.
I recommend practicing the horn shaping on scrap yarn first, then sew them on securely once you are happy with the curl and size.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping stitch markers when working rounds can cause you to lose the start of the round; place a marker at the first stitch of each round to maintain accurate counts.
✗ Changing color without doing it on the last stitch of the previous round will create a visible join; follow the instruction to change color on the last stitch so the transition is neat.
✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually often results in lumps or under-stuffed areas; stuff a little at a time and shape as you go to maintain a smooth surface.
✗ Not counting stitches after increases or decreases leads to uneven shaping and mismatched seams; count your stitches at the end of each round to confirm accuracy.
✗ Pulling your tension too tight will make pieces stiff and difficult to sew together; maintain consistent, moderate tension for flexible, even fabric.
