This sweet puppy features soft cream-colored fur and long, floppy ears that frame her kind face. She is dressed in a romantic, pastoral ensemble perfect for tending her flock. Her outfit begins with a voluminous Pink Gown, worn over vintage-style white lace bloomers that peek out from underneath. To give her silhouette that classic fairytale look, she wears a Pale Blue Corset bodice with delicate lace-up detailing on the front. Her head is protected from the sun by a magnificent wide-brimmed Bonnet, tied securely under her chin and adorned with handmade roses.

She walks the hills in sensible black ballet flats. In her hand, she carries a traditional Shepherd’s Crook to guide her friends, and a small posy of wildflowers. Her constant companion is a tiny, fluffy White Lamb, textured to perfection. This pattern is designed for intermediate crocheters who love detailed costumes and creating scenes.

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
• sl st – Slip Stitch
• inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – Stitch(es)
• rnd – Round
• row – Row
• BLO – Back Loop Only
• FLO – Front Loop Only
• Bobble St – (Yarn over, insert hook, pull up loop, pull through 2 loops) x 5 times in the same stitch. Yarn over, pull through all 6 loops. (Used for the Lamb).
• FO – Fasten Off

Materials Needed

• DK or Sport weight yarn in Cream (Puppy Body)
• DK weight yarn in Pastel Pink (Dress, Bonnet base)
• DK weight yarn in Pale Blue (Corset)
• DK weight yarn in White (Bloomers, Socks, Lamb)
• DK weight yarn in Black (Shoes)
• DK weight yarn in Light Brown/Tan (Shepherd’s Crook)
• Scrap yarn in Green, Yellow, Pink (Flowers)
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for amigurumi parts)
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (for clothing)
• Pair of 10mm black safety eyes (Puppy)
• Pair of 4mm beads or safety eyes (Lamb)
• Dark brown embroidery thread (Nose/Mouth)
• Craft wire or pipe cleaner (for the Crook structure)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins
• Cardboard (for shoe soles)

Gauge & Finished Size

Work tightly in continuous spiral rounds for the puppy body so the stuffing does not show. Using DK yarn and a 2.5mm hook, the finished puppy stands approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall. The clothing layers are integrated or removable depending on your preference (this pattern uses a mix for stability).

Construction Overview

The puppy is constructed in pieces. The legs are made first, starting with the black shoes, transitioning to white socks/bloomers, and joined to form the body. The pink dress base is worked directly onto the body, while the blue corset is a separate piece layered on top. The head is round with a sewn-on snout and floppy ears. The bonnet is a separate accessory. The shepherd’s crook uses wire for shape. The lamb is a miniature textured friend.

Body Parts (Puppy)

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Black (Shoes).

• Rnd 1: Ch 7. Oval start: sc 5, 3 sc in last, sc 4, inc (14).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc (20).
• Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (20).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around (20).
• Rnd 6: sc 6, 4 dec, sc 6 (16).
• Change to White (Socks/Bloomers).
• Rnd 7: (BLO) sc around (16).
• Rnd 8–10: sc around (16).
• Rnd 11 (Sock Ruffle): (FLO) *ch 2, sl st in next* around.
• Rnd 12: Work into the BLO of Rnd 10 (behind the ruffle). sc around (16).
• Rnd 13–18: sc around (16). (These are the bloomers legs).

Stuff firmly. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg.

Body

Join legs: From second leg, ch 4, join to first leg with sc.

• Rnd 19: sc 16 (leg 1), sc 4 in ch, sc 16 (leg 2), sc 4 in ch (40).
• Rnd 20: (9 sc, inc) repeat around (44).
• Rnd 21–25: sc around (44). (White Bloomers area).
• Change to Pink (Dress Body).
• Rnd 26: (BLO) sc around (44). (Leave front loops for skirt).
• Rnd 27–32: sc around (44).
• Rnd 33: (9 sc, dec) repeat around (40).
• Rnd 34–35: sc around (40).
• Rnd 36: (8 sc, dec) repeat around (36).
• Rnd 37–38: sc around (36).
• Rnd 39: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30).
• Rnd 40: sc around (30).
• Rnd 41: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24).
• Change to Cream (Skin).
• Rnd 42: (BLO) sc around (24).
• Rnd 43: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO. Leave long tail for head.

Head

Use Cream yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30).
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) around (36).
• Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) around (42).
• Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) around (48).
• Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) around (54).
• Rnd 10–21: sc around (54). (12 rounds).
• Rnd 22: (7 sc, dec) around (48).
• Rnd 23: (6 sc, dec) around (42).
• Rnd 24: (5 sc, dec) around (36).

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 16 and 17, spaced 10 stitches apart.

• Rnd 25: (4 sc, dec) around (30).
• Rnd 26: (3 sc, dec) around (24).
• Rnd 27: (2 sc, dec) around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO.

Snout

Use Cream yarn.

• Rnd 1: Ch 6. Oval start: sc 4, 3 sc in last, sc 3, inc (12).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 3, 3 inc, sc 3, 2 inc (18).
• Rnd 3: sc around (18).
• Rnd 4: sc around.

FO. Sew to face. Embroider nose and mouth.

Ears (Make 2)

Use Cream yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 5–9: sc around.
• Rnd 10: (4 sc, dec) around (20).
• Rnd 11–13: sc around.
• Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) around (16).
• Rnd 15–17: sc around.
• Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) around (12).

Flatten and sew to sides of head (Rnds 7-8). They should be floppy.

Arms (Make 2)

Use Cream yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3–15: sc around.
• Change to Pink (Sleeves).
• Rnd 16: (FLO) 2 dc in each st (Ruffle sleeve). FO.

Sew the cream top of the arm (inside the ruffle) to the body.

The Shepherdess Wardrobe

The Bloomers Ruffle

Join White yarn to the FLO of Rnd 26 (Body). Note: The dress skirt will go above this, or you can skip this if you want the skirt to cover it. For visible bloomers:

• Rnd 1: *sc, ch 3, sc in next* repeat around. FO. This creates a lace edge peeking out.

Pink Puffy Skirt

Join Pink yarn to the Body at the waistline (approx Rnd 27 or 28, just above the bloomers line).

• Rnd 1: (FLO) 2 dc in each st around (88).
• Rnd 2: *dc in next, 2 dc in next* around (Volume!).
• Rnd 3–12: dc around.
• Rnd 13: (sc, ch 2, sc) in each st for a hem. FO.

Pale Blue Corset

Use Pale Blue yarn. Worked flat.

• Row 1: Ch 13. sc across (12). (Height of corset).
• Row 2–24: Work in BLO sc (ribbing effect) until the piece fits around the puppy’s midsection (chest/waist).
• FO leaving a long tail.
• Wrap around the puppy over the pink dress body. Use the tail to sew the back shut, or create a lace-up front: Thread a piece of blue or white yarn back and forth through the ends of the rectangle at the front to simulate corset lacing. Tie a bow.

Shepherdess Bonnet

Use Pink yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30).
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) around (36).
• Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) around (42).
• Rnd 8–12: sc around (42). (Back of head).
• Rnd 13 (Brim): Work in rows now. Turn. Ch 1, sc 36. Leave 6 sts unworked for neck.
• Row 14: Ch 2, *2 dc, 1 dc* across.
• Row 15: *2 dc, 1 dc* across. (Ruffle brim).
• Row 16: sc around the entire edge.
• Ties: Attach yarn to corners, ch 30.
• Roses: Make tiny roses (Ch 10, sc across, roll up) and sew to the side.

Pastoral Accessories

Shepherd’s Crook

Use Light Brown yarn.

• Take a piece of craft wire about 20cm long. Bend one end into a hook shape.
• Cover: Ch 4, join to ring. sc around to make a tube. Insert wire as you go. Continue until the tube covers the entire wire. Close end.

Mini Lamb

Use White yarn.

• Body: MR 6 sc.
  Rnd 2: inc around (12).
  Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
  Rnd 4–8: *Bobble St, sc* around. (Texture).
  Rnd 9: (1 sc, dec) around (12). Stuff.
  Rnd 10: dec around. Close.
• Head: MR 6, inc to 12. sc 2 rnds. dec to 6. Sew to body. Black stitch eyes.
• Legs: Ch 3, sc 2. Sew 4 legs.

Wildflower Bouquet

• Stems: Green yarn, Ch 8. Make 3.
• Flowers: Small loops of pink/yellow/blue yarn sewn to tops of stems. Tie stems together with a scrap of yarn.

Assembly

1. Sew Head to Body.
2. Ensure Dress Skirt is fluffed over the bloomers.
3. Secure the Blue Corset around the waist/chest.
4. Tie the Bonnet on the head.
5. Stitch the Crook to one hand.
6. Stitch the Bouquet to the other hand.
7. Place the Lamb by her feet.

Your Shepherdess Puppy is ready to tend her flock in style! A perfect storybook friend.