Free Sheep and Lamb Knitting Patterns

Find free sheep knitting patterns for cuddly sheep, little lambs and woolly farmyard toys. Choose from traditional stuffed animals, small lambs and more unusual sheep designs, with patterns for different skill levels and construction methods.

Use the guide below to find a sheep to knit, or scroll down to browse all the free patterns.

For more creatures, explore our free animal knitting patterns, free farm animal knitting patterns or the complete collection of free toy knitting patterns.

Which Sheep Should You Knit?

If you’re looking for…	Try…
A cuddly lamb	Lucy the Lamb
A smaller lamb toy	Little Lamb Toy
A soft baby gift	Milly the Sheep
A larger traditional sheep	Sheldon Sheep and Friends
Something different	Bobble Sheep Pillow

Sheep and Lamb Toys to Knit

There is more than one way to create a knitted sheep.

For a soft, huggable toy, Lucy the Lamb is approximately 30 cm tall and uses textured loop stitches to help create her woolly appearance.

If you’d prefer something smaller, the Little Lamb Toy measures approximately 23 cm, while Milly the Sheep makes a particularly soft and cuddly sheep.

For a larger design, Sheldon Sheep and Friends measures approximately 12 inches tall, not including the legs.

Sheep Knitting Patterns for Babies and Children

Knitted lambs are a natural choice for nursery and baby gifts because of their soft, traditional appearance.

When choosing a sheep for a baby or young child, look beyond the finished photograph and consider the size, yarn, construction and finishing. Pay particular attention to eyes, beads, buttons and other small embellishments, and choose age-appropriate finishing for the intended recipient.

For more handmade toys for little ones, see the free baby toy knitting patterns.

More Farm Animals to Knit

A sheep doesn’t have to live alone.

Explore the free farm animal knitting patterns for pigs, cows, ducks, chickens and other barnyard animals to knit.

Or browse the much larger free animal knitting patterns collection for rabbits, dogs, cats, elephants, monkeys, mice and many more animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find free sheep knitting patterns?

Browse the patterns below for free knitted sheep and lambs, including cuddly stuffed toys, small lambs and more unusual sheep projects.

Are there free lamb knitting patterns?

Yes. Sheep and lamb patterns are included together in this collection, so you’ll find both adult sheep designs and smaller lamb toys.

Are sheep difficult to knit?

It depends on the pattern. Simple sheep can use basic stitches and straightforward shaping, while textured fleece, knitting in the round and detailed assembly can make other designs better suited to intermediate knitters.

What yarn is good for knitting a sheep?

Follow the yarn weight recommended by the individual pattern. Smooth yarn can make construction easier to see, while textured, fluffy or looped yarn can help create the appearance of a sheep’s fleece.

Are there free sheep knitting patterns to download?

Some original designers provide their sheep patterns as downloadable PDFs, while others publish them online. Follow the original pattern link from each Knitting Bee pattern page to see the format currently available.

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Latest Free Sheep Knitting Patterns

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