Immerse yourself in the relaxing scent and romantic hues of the “Lavender Sheep.” This crochet project is designed to capture the essence of a peaceful garden stroll. The star of the show is a gentle, lilac-colored sheep, a shade beloved for its calming properties. She features a textured woolly coat and a sweet, serene expression.

Her wardrobe is a masterpiece of pastel elegance. She wears a stunning tiered dress that showcases a gradient of purple shades, fading from a soft whisper of violet at the top to a deep, rich lavender at the hem. Over this, she dons a delicate white lace jacket that adds a touch of vintage charm. Her footwear consists of dainty flat shoes secured with real purple ribbon ties around her ankles. To complete the look, she wears a crown of deep purple lavender flowers and carries a dried lavender bouquet, where a bright yellow butterfly has just landed. This pattern is perfect for those who love floral themes and intricate details.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• tr – treble crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st – slip stitch
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• Bobble – 4-dc bobble stitch (yarn over, insert hook, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) x 4, yarn over and pull through all loops on hook.
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd – round
• row – row
• FO – fasten off

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK or Sport weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Lilac (Sheep body, head, limbs)
  • Pastel Purple (Dress Tier 1)
  • Medium Purple (Dress Tier 2)
  • Deep Purple (Dress Tier 3, Lavender flowers)
  • White (Lace Jacket)
  • Green (Stems, Leaves)
  • Bright Yellow (Butterfly)
• Hook: 2.5 mm (for the amigurumi parts) and 3.0 mm (for the clothing).
• Notions:
  • 10mm Black Safety Eyes
  • Purple Satin Ribbon (approx. 5mm wide) for shoe ties
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Yarn needle & Embroidery needle
  • Dark purple embroidery thread (Nose/Mouth)
  • A small piece of twine or jute rope (for the bouquet)

Gauge & Finished Size

The finished sheep stands approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall. The gauge for the sheep’s body should be tight to ensure no stuffing shows through. The clothing is designed to have a bit more drape, so you may switch to a larger hook as indicated.

Pattern Instructions: The Sheep

Head (Lilac Yarn)

Work in a continuous spiral using the 2.5 mm hook. We will create a smooth face and a separate textured “wig” cap for the wool.

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. [18]
• Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. [24]
• Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) x 6. [30]
• Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) x 6. [36]
• Rnd 7: (sc 5, inc) x 6. [42]
• Rnd 8: (sc 6, inc) x 6. [48]
• Rnd 9–11: sc around. [48]
• Rnd 12: (sc 7, inc) x 6. [54]
• Rnd 13–20: sc around. [54]
• Rnd 21 (Cheeks): (sc 8, inc) x 6. [60]
• Rnd 22–24: sc around. [60]
• Insert safety eyes between Rnds 17 and 18, approx 10 sts apart. Embroider a Y-shaped nose with dark purple thread.
• Rnd 25: (sc 8, dec) x 6. [54]
• Rnd 26: (sc 7, dec) x 6. [48]
• Rnd 27: (sc 6, dec) x 6. [42]
• Rnd 28: (sc 5, dec) x 6. [36]
• Rnd 29: (sc 4, dec) x 6. [30]
• Rnd 30: (sc 3, dec) x 6. [24]
• Stuff the head firmly.
• Rnd 31: (sc 2, dec) x 6. [18]
• FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Woolly Wig Cap (Lilac Yarn)

This creates the textured forehead and back of the head. Use the Bobble stitch for texture.

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: (sc 1, Bobble in next) around. [12] (Check stitch count, you may need to inc in sc spaces). Let’s use a simpler repeat: (sc 1, inc) x 6 [18], but work every other stitch as a Bobble.
• Rnd 3: (sc 2, inc) x 6. [24]
• Rnd 4: *Bobble, sc 2* around. Adjust increases to keep flat circle shape up to 60 stitches.
• Continue working rounds until the cap covers the back of the head and comes down to the forehead.
• FO. Sew the cap onto the head.

Ears (Make 2 – Lilac Yarn)

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: (sc 1, inc) x 3. [9]
• Rnd 3: (sc 2, inc) x 3. [12]
• Rnd 4–8: sc around. [12]
• Rnd 9: (sc 2, dec) x 3. [9]
• Flatten the ear and sew closed. Fold slightly and sew to the sides of the head, just under the edge of the woolly cap.

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Legs (Make 2)

Start with Lilac Yarn (Shoes/Feet).

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. [18]
• Rnd 4: BLO sc around. [18]
• Rnd 5–7: sc around. [18]
• Rnd 8: sc 6, dec x 3, sc 6. [15]
• Rnd 9: BLO sc around. [15]
• Rnd 10–22: sc around. [15]
• FO first leg. Do not fasten off second leg.

Body (Lilac Yarn)

• Rnd 23: Ch 3, join to first leg with sc. sc 15 around leg 1, sc 3 on ch, sc 15 around leg 2, sc 3 on ch. [36]
• Rnd 24: (sc 5, inc) x 6. [42]
• Rnd 25–32: sc around. [42]
• Rnd 33: (sc 5, dec) x 6. [36]
• Rnd 34–36: sc around. [36]
• Rnd 37: (sc 4, dec) x 6. [30]
• Rnd 38–40: sc around. [30]
• Rnd 41: (sc 3, dec) x 6. [24]
• Rnd 42: (sc 2, dec) x 6. [18]
• FO. Stuff body firmly. Sew head to body.

Arms (Make 2 – Lilac Yarn)

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: (sc 1, inc) x 3. [9]
• Rnd 3–15: sc around. [9]
• Stuff lightly. Pinch closed and sc across. Sew to body.

The Lavender Outfit

Gradient Tiered Dress

Use 3.0 mm hook. This dress is worked from the waist down in rounds, attaching yarn to loops for layers. Start with the Bodice in Pastel Purple.

• Bodice:
• Row 1: Ch 30 (fit to waist). sc across. [29]. Join to form circle.
• Rnd 2–6: sc around. [30].
• Straps: Ch 15 from front to back over shoulders.
• Skirt Base (Underskirt):
• Rnd 7: Work in BLO. (sc 4, inc) around. [36]. (Change to Medium Purple).
• Rnd 8: Work in BLO. (sc 5, inc) around. [42].
• Rnd 9–12: sc around. [42]. (Change to Deep Purple).
• Rnd 13: Work in BLO. (sc 6, inc) around. [48].
• Rnd 14–16: sc around. FO.
• Tiers (Ruffles):
• Tier 1 (Pastel Purple): Join yarn to FLO of Rnd 7. *Ch 2, 3 dc in next st, 2 dc in next* repeat around to create a full ruffle.
• Tier 2 (Medium Purple): Join yarn to FLO of Rnd 8/9 area. Repeat ruffle pattern.
• Tier 3 (Deep Purple): Join yarn to FLO of Rnd 13. Repeat ruffle pattern.

White Lace Jacket

Use White yarn and 3.0 mm hook. Worked flat.

• Row 1: Ch 26. sc across. [25]. Turn.
• Row 2: (sc 1, inc) around. [37]. Turn.
• Row 3 (Armholes): sc 5, ch 5, skip 7, sc 13, ch 5, skip 7, sc 5. Turn.
• Row 4: sc across all sts and chains. [33]. Turn.
• Row 5 (Lace Pattern): *Ch 3, skip 1, sc in next* repeat across. Turn.
• Row 6: *Ch 3, sc in ch-3 space* repeat across.
• Row 7–9: Repeat Row 6.
• Edging: Work (sc, ch 3, sc) in each stitch around the front opening and neck. FO.

Shoes with Ribbon Ties

• You can crochet simple shoes (Like Rnd 1-8 of legs in dark purple) or just use the Lilac feet.
• Assembly: Cut two lengths of purple ribbon (approx 20cm). Wrap them around the ankle in a criss-cross “ballerina” style and tie a bow at the back or side.

Lavender Wreath

Use Green and Deep Purple yarn.

• Base: Green yarn. Ch 50 (measure head). Join. sc around.
• Lavender Buds: Join Deep Purple yarn. *Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch, sl st in next ch (picot), sl st in next st of base* repeat around. Create clusters of these picots to look like lavender flowers.

Accessories

Lavender Bouquet

• Stems: Cut 5-6 pieces of green yarn or thin wire wrapped in green yarn.
• Flowers: Use Deep Purple yarn. Knot the yarn repeatedly at the top of the stems, or crochet tiny chains (ch 4, sc back) and sew them to the tips.
• Assembly: Bundle them together and tie with the jute rope into a bow.

Yellow Butterfly

Use Bright Yellow yarn.

• Rnd 1: In a MR: (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st) x 2 [Upper wings], (ch 2, 1 hdc, ch 2, sl st) x 2 [Lower wings].
• Tighten ring. Leave a tail.
• Sew the butterfly onto the lavender bouquet.

Assembly

1. Dress the sheep in the gradient tiered dress.
2. Put on the white lace jacket.
3. Wrap the purple ribbons around the ankles and tie bows.
4. Place the lavender wreath on the head.
5. Stitch the bouquet (with the butterfly) to one of the sheep’s hands.

Your “Lavender Sheep” is ready to bring peace and beauty to your home! This relaxing project is a joy to make and display.