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Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern
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2-4 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Charming Critter

Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite woodland and farmyard friends.

About This Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a charming no-sew sheep amigurumi worked from the body up, with a textured wool top and attached ears for a seamless finish. It uses super bulky yarn and simple increases/decreases to shape the piece and bobble stitches for fluffy texture. The instructions include color change points, stitch-by-stitch rounds, and clear placement notes for eyes and nose. Ideal for crafters who enjoy small stuffed animal projects with a cute, tactile finish.

Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Youll switch yarn colors mid-pattern for the head and face and work the wool fluff in front loops for that signature sheep look. Complete instructions cover ears, eye placement, and embroidery details to finish your companion.

Why You'll Love This Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into an irresistibly fluffy sheep with very little finishing work. I enjoy how the bobble (BO) and loop techniques give such a tactile, luxurious wool effect without complicated assembly. I designed the pattern to be forgiving yet expressive, so small variations in tension only add character. Working from the body up means there are no separate sewing steps, which I find makes the whole process faster and more satisfying.

Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily this pattern adapts to different yarn colors and personalities; try pastel shades for a soft nursery friend or bold hues for a whimsical toy.

I often make the piece smaller by swapping to a lighter yarn and a smaller hook to create keychain-sized friends that fit in the palm of your hand.

To make the sheep extra fluffy, try a yarn with a halo or add more BO clusters when working the wool rows for increased texture.

If you want a more realistic look for the cow, change the placement of the black patches and use brown instead of black for a gentler appearance.

I sometimes embroider tiny eyebrows or a smile to give the face more character; experiment with placement before final stitching.

For a poseable option, I add thin wire to the limb cores before stuffing so they bend slightly and hold cute positions.

Try using safety eyes of different sizes or embroidered eyes for a softer, child-safe toy suitable for little ones.

I also love adding tiny accessories — a crocheted bow, tiny scarf, or felt heart glued to the chest adds an instant personal touch.

If youre making a set, use a single palette across sheep, cow, and pig to create a coordinated collection perfect for gifting.

Don’t be afraid to combine techniques: a loop stitch alternative to BO can give a more curly wool effect, and adjusting the number of repetitions will change the fullness quickly.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can lead to lost stitch counts; place a marker at the start of each round and move it as you work to stay accurate. ✗ Forgetting to change yarn colors at the specified round will cause miscolored regions; change to the skin or accent color exactly where indicated in the pattern text. ✗ Overstuffing early causes difficulty shaping the head and body; stuff gradually, shaping as you go and add small amounts until the desired firmness is reached. ✗ Not working BO or FLO stitches correctly will flatten the wool texture; follow the BO and FLO instructions carefully and practice one bobble before continuing if unfamiliar.

Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable no-sew sheep amigurumi using super bulky yarn and simple crochet techniques. This pattern guides you step-by-step through body-up construction, textured wool using bobble stitches, and easy finishing. Youll learn how to change colors, work in FLO/BLO, and attach ears and facial details. Perfect for making a sweet handmade gift or a cute shelf companion.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Sheep No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - white (for body/wool) - amount as needed for one small amigurumi
  • 02
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - skin color (for head/face) - amount as needed
  • 03
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - black, brown and white for Cow (use where indicated)
  • 04
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - light pink and pink for Pig (use where indicated)
  • 05
    A short length of brown yarn for embroidered nose details (sheep and cow)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E)
  • 02
    Stitch markers
  • 03
    Sewing needle / yarn needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Plastic safety eyes 10mm (2 pieces)
  • 06
    Hot glue gun
  • 07
    Fiberfill stuffing

Progress Tracker

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— Sheep (Body up to Head) :

Round 1 :

6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

8 SC, BO, 6 SC, BO, 8 SC (24)

Round 6 :

8 SC, SC into the stitch's BO, 6 SC, SC into the stitch's BO, 8 SC (24)

Round 7 :

24 SC (24)

Round 8 :

6 SC, BO, 10 SC, BO, 6 SC (24)

Round 9 :

6 SC, SC into the stitch's BO, 10 SC, SC into the stitch's BO, 6 SC (24)

Round 10 :

(SC, DEC) 8 times (16)

Info :

Change to skin color yarn

Round 11 :

FLO, (SC, INC) 8 times (24)

Round 12 :

(SC, INC) 12 times (36)

Round 13-18 :

36 SC (36)

Round 19 :

BLO, (2 SC, DEC) 9 times (27)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 20 :

BLO, (SC, DEC) 9 times (18)

Round 21 :

BLO, (SC, DEC) 6 times (12)

Round 22 :

BLO, 6 DEC (6)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Sheep's Wool :

Info :

Crochet in the FLO from row 21, and continue seamlessly from row 21 down to row 18. (3 ch, Slst) 93 times.

— Sheep Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

Use Skin color yarn. Crochet the ears onto the stitches at row 18.

Round 1 :

2 Ch, 3 DC, 2 Ch, Slst in one st.

Info :

Attach eyes on rows 15 and 16, spaced 6 stitches apart. Use a short of brown yarn to embroider the nose.

— Cow (Body up to Head) :

Round 1 :

6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

8 SC, BO, 6 SC, BO, 8 SC (24)

Round 6 :

15 SC, 4SC, 5 SC (24)

Round 7 :

13 SC, 8SC, 3SC (24)

Round 8 :

6 SC, BO, 6 SC, 4SC, BO, 3SC, 3SC (24)

Round 9 :

15SC, 4SC, 5SC (24)

Round 10 :

(SC, DEC) 8 times (16)

Round 11 :

FLO, (SC, INC) 8 times (24)

Round 12 :

(SC, INC) 12 times (36)

Round 13-15 :

36 SC (36)

Round 16 :

(2SC, DEC) 2 times, (2 SC, DEC) 7 times (27)

Round 17 :

9SC, 16SC, 2SC (27)

Round 18 :

12SC, 13SC, 2SC (27)

Round 19 :

12SC, 15SC (27)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 20 :

SC, DEC, (SC, DEC) 3 times, (SC, DEC) 5 times (18)

Round 21 :

(SC, DEC) 6 times (12)

Round 22 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Cow Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

Begin with white yarn. Make 5 chains start with the second chain from the hook: 3SC, 3SC in the last stitch, 2SC, INC

Info :

Attach the ear point straight from the arm going up with 2 SLST at R18-19. Make one piece like this with black yarn.

— Cow Horn (Make 2) :

Info :

Begin with brown yarn. Crochet horns between R20-21. The starting point is straight from the ears going up. Two horns between are 9 stitches: 3CH, DC, Picot, 2CH, and SLST in the next stitch.

Info :

Cut the yarn

— Cow Nose :

Info :

Use brown yarn.

Round 1 :

Make 5 chains start with the second chain from the hook: INC, 2SC, 4SC in the last stitch, 2SC, INC

Info :

Cut the yarn. Attach the nose in the head at R14-15. Attach the eyes in the head at R16, 5st apart.

— Pig (Head up to Body) :

Round 1 :

6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

24SC (24)

Round 6 :

(3 SC, INC) 6 times (30)

Round 7 :

30SC (30)

Round 8 :

3SC, BO, 22SC, BO, 3SC (30)

Round 9 :

7SC, INC, 14SC, INC, 7SC (32)

Round 10-12 :

32SC (32)

Round 13 :

3SC, BO, 24SC, BO, 3SC (32)

Round 14 :

7SC, DEC, 14SC, DEC, 7SC (30)

Round 15 :

(3 SC, DEC) 6 times (24)

Round 16 :

(2 SC, DEC) 6 times (18)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 17 :

SC, DEC 6 times (12)

Round 18 :

DEC 6 times (6)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Pig Tail :

Info :

Use pink yarn. Crochet tail at R15. Make 10CH, start with the second chain from the hook: 9 SLST, SLST in the same stitch.

Info :

Cut the yarn

— Pig Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

Use light pink yarn. Crochet ears at R6: 2CH, DC in the same stitch, CH, Picot, DC in the next stitch, 2CH, SLST in the same stitch, 7 stitches apart.

— Pig Nose :

Info :

Use pink yarn. Make 4CH, start with the second chain from the hook: 2SC, INC in the last stitch, SC, INC. Cut the yarn.

Info :

Sew two white lines to create holes in the shape (as photo). Attach the nose in the head at R1-R2. Attach the eyes in the head at R3, apart 7 stitch.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the sheep ears to the head at row 18, crocheting the ear directly onto the stitches and securing with 2 SLST where indicated.
  • Attach the sheep wool by crocheting in the FLO from row 21 downward (3 ch, SLST) repeated 93 times to cover the top seamlessly.
  • For the cow, attach the nose at rounds 14-15 and position the safety eyes at round 16 spaced 5 stitches apart; sew the horn pieces between rows 20-21 as described.
  • For the pig, attach the nose at rounds 1-2, position the eyes at round 3 spaced 7 stitches apart, and sew the tail at round 15 after creating the chain of SLSTs.
  • Embroider small nose details (short brown yarn) on sheep and cow as indicated, and use hot glue if needed to reinforce small pieces before final weaving of ends.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of each round, especially when working FLO/BLO and color changes.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly, packing small amounts at a time to maintain shape and prevent lumps.
  • 💡Weave in yarn ends and cut after completing the decrease rounds to secure your work and avoid unraveling.
  • 💡Place safety eyes before closing the head/body fully to ensure secure placement and correct spacing.
  • 💡Follow the FLO/BLO instructions carefully for the textured wool effect; these create the fluffy surface when repeated.

This sweet sheep project is designed to be cute, quick, and satisfying to make. It uses no-sew construction so you spend more time crocheting and less time stitching pieces together. Perfect as a small handmade gift or a charming shelf buddy to brighten any space. 🧶🐑✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 10-12 cm tall when using super bulky (category 6) yarn and a 3.5mm hook; exact size varies with tension and yarn.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change; use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and adjust eye size accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to bobble stitches, FLO/BLO work, and color changes, so basic crochet skills and familiarity with increases and decreases are recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the sheep in 2-4 hours; time will vary for cow and pig depending on added details and your experience.

Are there any special finishing tools required?

Youll need basic finishing tools such as a yarn needle, scissors, and fiberfill; hot glue can help secure small parts but is optional.