Bobble Sheep Pillow in Gentle Giant
How time flies. Our sweet Bobble Sheep is all grown up! Okay, okay, our original Bobble Sheep Pillow didn’t actually grow (right, knit pillows don’t grow), but we have added to its flock!
Being the sheep fanatics that we are, we couldn’t resist making more Bobble Sheep, this time in our incredibly soft jumbo weight Gentle Giant merino. It’s the perfect cloudlike yarn for our favorite cloudlike animal.
Grab all the yarn you’ll need for your new buddy, in original Super Soft Merino or new Gentle Giant, with our Bobble Sheep Pillow Bundle. Knobbier, squishier, squeezier than ever, happy Baaaa-bble Sheep Pillow making! -Laura
Designed by Purl Soho designer, Laura Ferguson.
Share your progress and connect with the community by tagging your pics with #PurlSoho, #PurlSohoBusyHands, #PurlSohoBobbleSheepPillow, #PurlSohoGentleGiant, and #PurlSohoFlaxDown. We can’t wait to see what you make!
Materials
Get all the yarn you’ll need to make your own Bobble Sheep Pillow with our Bobble Sheep Pillow Bundle. It includes…
- Main Yarn: 10 skeins of Purl Soho’s Gentle Giant, 100% merino wool. Each skein is 48 yards/ 125 grams; approximately 480 yards required. We used Heirloom White and Graphite Gray
- Contrast Yarn: 1 skein of Purl Soho’s Flax Down, 43% baby alpaca, 42% merino wool, 15% linen, in Kettle Black.
You’ll also need…
- US 17 (12mm), 32-inch circular needles
- Optional: US 17, 24-inch circular needles (When you start the body of the sheep, you may find it more comfortable to use 24-inch circular needles than the double pointed needles. You will still need the double pointed needles to work the tail though.)
- Set of US 17 double pointed needles
- Set of US 10 (6mm) double pointed needles
- 1 bag of Fairfield’s Poly-fil Stuffing
- Scrap yarn (jumbo weight) and crochet hook to match (for provisional cast on)
Gauge
8 stitches = 4 inches in garter stitch with Main Yarn on larger needles
15 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette stitch with Contrast Yarn, doubled, on smaller needles
Size
28 inches wide (from chest to rear) x 15 inches tall (from top of back to bottom of belly)
Pattern
To make these incredibly cuddly Bobble Sheep Pillows in Gentle Giant, we followed the original Bobble Sheep Pillow in Super Soft Merino pattern. Just a few small modifications to keep in mind…
- For the Main Yarn, we used Gentle Giant on US 17 needles in place of Super Soft Merino on US 11 needles.
- For the Contrast Yarn, we used two strands of Flax Down on US 10 needles in place of a single strand of Sport Weight Alpaca on US 3 needles.
- We lengthened the legs from 4 to 5 inches.
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Oh how I wish I could knit well enough to make these (and have enough time to work on my other projects)! I love love love how they turned out. Thanks for making me smile today!
-Antonia
This is one of the most adorable patterns that I have ever seen! I love it. Is there any way I could convert it to crochet? I can knit pretty well now, but I can crochet so much better. Thanks for all your beautiful patterns!!
Hi, Coletta!
Thank you so much for writing in and thank you for your kind words! Unfortunately, we only have this pattern available for knitting!
Best,
Kumeko
So cute! I’m just anxious to get size 17 needles because I don’t know what else I’d use them for!
Kiersten
for the gentle giant, how are we supposed to use strands for the contrast color?
Hello Jessica,
Thanks for writing us! We use two types of yarn in this pattern — Gentle Giant for the body and Flax Down for the legs and face. The Gentle Giant is used as a single strand, but the Flax Down is used as a double strand. I hope this answers your question!
Best,
Adam
My best friend’s first grandchild will be born later in the spring, and I would love to make something like this. My friend is extremely allergic to wool, and so is her son, so there is a good chance the baby will be, too. Can you suggest another fiber?
Hi, Jill!
This would make such a lovely Spring gift! Unfortunately, we do not have a comparable yarn to the Gentle Giant that is not wool. You can give Blue Sky Alpacas Worsted Cotton a try. It’s a worsted weight yarn so you’ll want to hold the yarn double. If you have further questions please let us know!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
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this is absolutely theeeee SWEETEST sheep pillow ever dreamed up! I want to make one up and leaving it unstuffed, use it as a spinning wheel chair cover!! that you make the pattern free for us just shows again how generous you always are with your purlsoho fans!
thank you!
That’s so cute. Love it.
I wish that when a pattern is mentioned in an email that it states whether it is knit or crochet. Somewhere. Especially from a site that does both. Nice sheep pattern though.
Hello, Brandy!
Thank you for your comment. I am sorry we didn’t make it clear in the email that this is knit project! We appreciate your insight and your kind words!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
I don’t suppose you have a crochet pattern for this cute little guy? I would love to make it but I don’t knit.
Hi Lara,
Thank you so much for writing in and thank you for your kind words! Unfortunately, we only have this pattern available for knitting!
Best,
Cassy
Can you make this pattern with single pointed needles?
Thank you
Laura
It says the pattern is “free”, but when click to page have to buy a kit. That’s not free.
Hi Pam-
The pattern is free! You can see it here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2013/03/03/lauras-loop-bobble-sheep-pillow/ It is also linked under the “pattern” section of this post.
The kit linked here is for the materials but the pattern is 100% free and you are welcome to use any yarn you like. We are also happy to answer any technical questions you have in the comments section.
Thank you for getting in touch and please let us know if you have any more questions!
Best-
Molly
This is SO cool ! I love it. Now I want one in my living room. =D
Love ……
This is a sweet pattern! Has just the right “dopey” factor for a sheep. Fun gift for anyone. I did see the worsted weight pattern posted earlier. Have you any suggestions for a easy-care worsted weight, i.e. washable for a baby? I think I could make a pillow form and make the “sheepskin” a removable or “shear-able” cover. I have to stop. My mind is spitting out puns 😉 thanks
Hello, Sandra!
Thank you for writing in! You’re idea for making a “shear-able” cover is adorable! If you do that you must share pictures!
The original pattern used our Super Soft Merino which is a bulky weight yarn. Cascade’s Superwash 128 would make a great washable substitute for this wool. It’s more of a chunky weight than the Super Soft Merino, so it will get you a slightly smaller sheep.
Please let us know if you have further questions!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
I don’t know how to knit 🙁 I need a crochet pattern for this awesome baby
Hi, Kelli!
Thank you so much for writing in! Unfortunately, we only have this pattern available for knitting! I agree with you, a crochet sheep would be awesome!
Best,
Kumeko
it is so cute…..I would have to fight with my kitty to share it.
Purl Soho you are the best!
I am trying to by the “kit”.
Site says to choose….
I want the kit…
Easy squeezy….
No thinking to be incorrect…
It’s asking for #of skeins….
I want the kit!
Thanks sooo much…
I’m not a trying to be difficult….
Hello, Colleen!
Thank you for writing in! You can find the kit here. There are five kits to choose from, the first three are for the Super Soft Merino Bobble Sheep Pillow Kit, the last two are for the Gentle Giant Bobble Sheep Pillow Kit. Make sure you’re choosing the kit that you want. The Gentle Giant is what is featured in this post. If you have further questions please let us know!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
Ewe had me, at sheep!
When I scroll through my email and see a message from PurlSOHO, I know a special treat awaits. What a great gift, laughter! Your pet sized pillow, taking up half, of a seat, is precious. Then there’s the pair, in a chair!
Thank-you for the many patterns.
Love this!! Putting it on my To-Do List.
Thank you for the pattern and the visual. Great eye candy.
This sheep pillow would make a great bridal shower gift.
Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the pattern with us. I am thinking this is a great way to recycle an old wool sweater for the head & ears. Beautiful work you guys are doing.
Is this pattern free?
Hello, Lena!
Thank you for writing in! This pattern is free, you can find it here. There are just a couple of modifications that you can find under the section labeled PATTERN here.
Please let us know if you have further questions!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
I have just moved to the hills of North Wales – a natural breeding ground for sheep! They are on the roaming on the hills in every direction from my house….. I just love your cushions and can’t wait to make both of them! My lurcher dog, Dougal, is not allowed to chase the sheep on the hills, but he would love one of these to snuggle up to….!
Is there a less expensive yarn to substitute for the baby’s nursery???
Hi, Jackie!
We hear you! We totally understand that sometimes our yarn suggestions are more of an inspiration than a reality for many people. We are always happy to recommend less expensive (but still beautiful!) alternatives. In this case, we suggest that you try:
Blue Sky Alpacas Bulky and
Cascade Magnum (This one is more expensive but it has 123 yards whereas the Gentle Giant has 48 yards.)
Thank you so much for asking. We’re sure that lots of other readers will thank you, too! If you have further questions please let us know!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
How I wish you had the pattern in crochet. boo hoo face.
Hi, Carol!
Thank you so much for writing in! Unfortunately, we only have this pattern available for knitting!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
OMG! What has happened to my reply? One of those misteries of the web I’ll never understand! Let’s repeat it then. I was telling you that I’m very thankful to your kindness in sharing this great pattern, and for the idea of course. I’ll stop my other projects right now to knit this pillow for myself. My sofa will look great with it and my back will be grateful, I’m sure. I was also telling you that I’ll put a label on it, something like this: “Este cojín es de MI EXCLUSIVA propiedad, cuidadito con él!” That is, “This pillow is of MY EXCLUSIVE property, careful with it!”
Hi, Angelica!
Thank you for wonderfully kind words! This pillow will make an adorable addition to your sofa and it is so cuddly that you’re going to need that label! Thank you for writing in and if you have any questions please let us know!
Best,
Kumeko
Could you give the yardage per skein for yarn please? For both the regular and giant yarns? Thank you.
Hello, Jane!
Thank you for writing in! There are 87 yards in the Super Soft Merino and 48 yards in the Gentle Giant. Please let us know if you have further questions!
Best,
Kumeko
Can you make this with single pointed needles?
Thank you
Laura Eastment
Hello, Laura!
Thank you for writing in! We have written this pattern to be knit in the round on circular needles. You would need to modify the pattern to knit it flat with single pointed needles. If you have further questions, please let us know!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
i absolutely ADORE this! ADORE, ADORE, ADORE! there are components that i still need to learn, but i would definitely love to make this eventually! and, when i can afford the yarn. lol. ;D
I made this very sweet pillow yesterday and just LOVE it !
Thank you so very much for this and all the other patterns you so generously share with your readers and customers. ……….now I am waiting with bated breath for the Andean Hat pattern .
Thanks Purl Soho !!
Where are the markers in row 5 to? If these displaced ?
Hi E,
Thanks for writing in! You will have a beginning of round marker and then a marker after you purl 21. After you purl 21 you will knit two and then purl 21 again. Place your marker after these 21 purled stitches and then knit 2. After this last knit 2 you should be at the beginning of the round. Hope this helps!
Best,
Adam
your pillow is wonderful, cutes one I have seen
Where the markers are for the head? I have four markers can agree that?
Hi Leni!
Thanks for your interest in this pattern! Yes, you will have four markers total. You will have one marker for the beginning of the round and three markers indicating where to increase or decrease. If you do not want to use markers, you can use four double pointed needles. The end of each double pointed needle will act like a marker for that quadrant of stitches. I hope this has helped you! Good luck and happy knitting!
Best,
Adam
I see that the kit with gentle giant heirloom white for the bobble sheep is still out of stock. I am wondering what you think of using the white peppercorn in place of the heirloom white?
Hi Susan,
Thanks for writing in! I have definitely seen a White Peppercorn colored sheep before! I think this is a great idea and that you should go for it! Tag us on Instagram when you’re finished!
Best,
Adam
I just finished up my sweatshirt sweater from you guys and wanted to move onto the next project! The bobble sheep I’ve been dreaming of since you posted this.
I see not only the white, but the black kit is sold out too! Do you recommend d a replacement yarn? Or know when the kits will be back in stock?
I must create this cute little beast.
Thanks!
Hi Lauren,
Thanks for your interest in this pattern! The sheep might be sold out online but you should also call our New York store to check if they have one. The inventories are different. Good luck! I hope you find a kit.
Best,
Adam
Good evening from Canada. In your opinion, would Naturalia work? (It is now distributed by Cascade Yarns.) I think that, if and when I retire, I will spend all my time knitting Purl Soho patterns. And thank you for never compromising on the quality of the yarn.
Hi Angie,
Thanks for your kind words! We love delivering quality here at Purl Soho. I think that based on the yarn gauge I gathered from the internet, you will get a sheep that is roughly the size of this pattern. I cannot know for sure because the gauge here includes the bobble. The great thing about stuffed animals is that the size doesn’t really matter! I think that you should give it a shot in your yarn of choice! Best of luck on your project!
-Adam
I just made the sheep!! It is beyond adorable. The pattern is easy to follow and it turned out exactly how it looks on your picture. My husband wants one too so I just ordered the giant version. I wish I could send you a photo, I am very proud of my baby sheep.
Gats!
I’d love to see it!! If you were serious about sharing it, you could either post it on Instagram and #purlsoho or #purlsohobusyhands or you could email a photo to [email protected]
Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with this pattern. It means a lot to us (and our other readers / commenters). Enjoy the giant version. -Laura
Hi,
I’m a new knitter and still trying to read knitting instructions. I’m working on the head…how many markers should there be. I have four but now that I’m working the rounds, I think it should be three.
Help please- thanks,
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
This part can get a little confusing because you don’t necessarily need an end of round marker when working with double pointed needles. At the beginning of the round you’ll knit 16 and then place a marker. Next you’ll knit 30, place a marker and then knit 30 again and place another marker. When looking at your knitting you should have 16 stitches to the right and left of your end of round marker. I hope this orients things a bit better! Let me know if you have any other questions!
-Adam
Help.
I am knitting the head at the moment and having problems. I have picked up 92 stitches and completed the set up round i.e K16 place a marker k30 two times which makes 92 stitches but the pattern says after you have knitted the 92 stitches to knit to the end of the round but I don’t have any stitches to knit.
Also it says repeat round one and 2 five more times then mentions round 3. Is round 3 supposed to be the first repeat of round 1?
I hope you can help, kind regards
Angela Pierce
Hi Angela,
Thanks for writing in! For the set up round you will start at the beginning of the round. After you knit 16, you place a different color marker and knit 30 twice. This accounts for 76 stitches (60+60+16). After the 76th stitch, you will place a marker and knit 16 (for 92 stitches total. For rounds one and two, you’ll repeat those five times for a total of 10 rounds all together. The directions for round three are right below the directions where it tells you to repeat rounds one and two. I hope this clears things up! You are so close to finishing!
Best,
Adam
Thank you for this free pattern, I can’t wait to try it!
I’m literally DYING to make two of these cuddly guys as end cushions for my couch :-). I’ve always stuck to the recommended yarn for a pattern, but just wondering if a roving wool could be used for this pattern? I have stash from a previous project that needs to be put to use. Thanks!!
Hi Eisee,
Thanks for writing us! I’m so happy you’re in love with the pattern! I guess you could use roving wool if you are extra careful about how much you pull off while knitting. You could always lightly spin it to give it a bit of structure. Let us know how it goes!
Best,
Adam
In one letter above you suggest using Cascades superwash as an alternative to the Super Soft Merino
Would you use the same no 11 needles or no 10 s ?
Also what would you suggest for the contrast wool please ?
Thank you
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth,
Thanks for writing us! I would use a US 10 for the Cascade 128 Superwash. For the head and tail, I’d still use the Blue Sky Melange. Let us know how it goes!
Best,
Adam
Cant wait to start making this. Thank you from Wales,UK for sharing this fabulous pattern x
I am knitting the giant bobble sheep and have a question. On row 17 the instruction reads to follow pattern until one stitch before the marker. I did that exactly on the first half of the pattern. However, as I approach the end of the row I’ve made a bobble but am left with three stitches before the marker. Should I knit two and make a bobble then slip marker and knit two? This would leave two rather than three stitches between these bobbles. I have graphed the row and I have knitted , I think as written. I have 94 stitches on the needle. Should I instead make a bobble on stitch 89 knit three slip marker and knit two. Many thanks for any help.
Hi Janey,
Thanks for writing in! In round 16 your last move is to SM and K2, which technically puts you into the next round. In between each marker there should be 47 stitches, so the k2 in round 16 + MB, k3 (11 times) leaves you with 46 stitches (1 st. before marker). I hope this makes sense! Let me know if you have any questions about it!
Best,
Adam
I am from Australia and have been asked to knit this. We have tried to order the kit but it is out of stock. Can it be knitted in an 8 ply wool. I have converted the needle sizes and think 8 ply would work, just need confirmation.
Thanks
Hi Lorna,
Thanks for writing in! For the Gentle Giant version of out Bobble Sheep, the yarn comes in at a Jumbo size (6 stitches over 4 inches). According to my conversion chart, this yarn comes in at larger than a 14 ply in UK/Australian terms. If you choose to do the smaller version, which was done in Super Soft Merino, it comes in at 11-13 inches over 4 inches or Super Bulky, which also comes in at a 14 ply.
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
Those sheep pillows are the absolute cutest thing I have seen
I am interested in purchasing the bundle but there is no selection option. So I can’t order the kit. I tried different browsers but got the same result on all of them.
Hi Karen,
Thanks for writing in! I think that I see the issue. On the Bobble Sheet Bundle page, to select a bundle, click on the images listed under the “Type” heading. You will then be able to select the quantity and add it to your cart.
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
I’m loving this pattern! I have finished the body and head but am now stumped on the ears. I picked up the 18 stitches and was able to knit the first four rounds. The trouble is, I’m confused as to how this moves from knitting in the round to single rows. Could you provide more clarification on this step? Thanks in advance!
Hi Laura,
Thanks for the kind words! After you finish your four rounds you will turn the ear so the purl side is facing you and start working back in purls. That’s all! Best of luck!
-Adam
Is this double knit or chunky wool
Hi Elaine,
Great question! Our Gentle Giant comes in at 1.5-2 stitches per inch which is classified as Super Bulky.
Happy knitting!
Cassy
I can knit almost anything – but cannot crochet at all – can I still make the sheep cushion?
Hi Jackie,
Thanks for writing in! You certainly can make this fun Bobble Sheep! A crochet hook is only used for the provisional cast-on and the entirety of the rest of the sheep is knit!
Happy knitting!
Cassy
I’m knitting the head and not quite understanding why the stitch is looking like the “wrong” side….as if I’m purling. You photos show the head is knit stitch. I’m not a very sophisticated knitter so any insight would be very appreciated.
Hi Judy,
Thanks for writing in to us! I think that you might be knitting counter clockwise in the round. Unfortunately, the only way to fix this is to rip out until the pick up round and start knitting with the outside of the head facing you. If you don’t want to start over, I think that the purl side could be really cute for the sheep’s face. It’ll be a one-of-a-kind! Best of luck and let us know if you have any other questions!
-Adam
Hello!
I was curious what level you would assign to a project like this (beginner, advanced, etc)? I am a relatively new knitter, but I’ve had my eye on this adorable sheep for a while….I’m trying to decide if I should take the plunge and get it, or if it’s just wishful thinking.
Thanks so much,
Nicole
Hi Nicole,
thanks for writing in to us! I’d say this is an intermediate project. The main techniques involved in this sheep are provisional cast on, bobbles, increasing/decreasing, picking up stitches and kitchener stitch (grafting). If you are up to learn any of those, then I’d consider taking on the project. Best of luck!
-Adam
Does anyone know where I can find this pattern in crochet? Trying to find so I can make for my shepard mom but I don’t know how to knit
Hi Danielle,
Thank you for writing in! At present, this pattern is only available as a knit pattern. We will certainly keep your request in mind for the future!
Best,
Cassy
Hi 🙂 I am seconding Danielle’s request – would love this pattern in crochet. cheers! Lesley
I too would love a crochet pattern. The same bobble stitches I’ve made by crochet. Any advise on converting the pattern?
Hi LindieLee,
Thanks for the request! We do not currently have a crochet version of this available but I will add your voice to the chorus of crocheters requesting it!
Best,
Cassy
I would also love a crochet pattern!
I would also LOVE this pattern in crochet!
I would also like this pattern in crotchetted
I would love it in crochet, too. Most of your patterns seem to be knitting. Some of us are more gifted in crochet.
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for writing in! I have added your voice to the chorus of those requesting a crocheted version. It is true that we have many more knitting patterns than crocheted patterns. More patterns are in the works! You can find all of our current crocheted patterns here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/category/crochet/crochet-view-all/
Best,
Cassy
Thanks, Cassy!
Count me in for the crochet pattern request! 🙂
I may resurrect some knitting skills, but find crocheting so much easier. Thanks!
I do not knit – Crochet pattern here too PLEASE!
Hello Michelle,
Thank you for reaching out and your enthusiasm for this pattern! I will pass along your request.
Happy Crocheting!
-Marilla
I have just finished the sheep body and am looking to pick up the stitches for the head but the 2 columns of “V’s” down the front are on the opposite side from the bobbles. Also how can I tell which end is the head and which the tail?
Hi Suzette,
Thanks for writing in but I’m not sure I fully understand your question. The section where you pick up for the head slants lower than the tail. As for picking up the head, you will be picking up half the head stitches along the left side of the knit column and half on the right side. I hope this helps you out! Best of luck and let me know if you still have questions!
-Adam
The tails end should be on the end where you started your body cast on stitches. I too am having difficulties in understanding the location and anatomy of the sheepshead. The set-up round: starts at the left side of the head…is that my right as I am facing sheep? Is the K16, pm, the start in front of the sheep’s face or the back of its head?
Thanks in advance for your reply…
Hello,
Thanks for reaching out! Under “MAKE HEAD + EARS” there is a great diagram that shows you where the neck is located. To begin picking up your stitches you will start at the left bottom of the Neck. If you look at the diagram, this is at the lowest point of the diagonal line. This point is the front of the sheep’s face.
I hope this is helpful, but if you have any further questions let us know!
Happy knitting!
-Marilla
Suzette, I’m having exactly the same problem. Did you ever figure out the answer to your question?
Hello. Don’t know how I found this page but the bobble sheep pillow is just fantastic. Do you know where I can buy one ready made – I don’t knit. Thank you. Am in the UK. (but will pay international postage)
Hi Philippa!
Thank you for writing in! I’m sorry, we don’t sell these already made, but we do have all of the materials and instructions for you (or maybe a crafty friend?) to make one of your own! Thanks for getting in touch!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
Phillippa
I just saw your post and know it’s from a while ago but I’d knit it for you if you like.
Cheers, Tina
How much to make me several of these pillows? Doesn’t have to be giant but can be.
Hi Steph,
Thanks for reaching out! While we do not sell the finished item, we do sell the materials to make them and provide the instructions! We are also always happy to help answer any questions that you may have while making these sweet pillows!
Best,
Cassy
Hmmm….looks like you didn’t get a reply back from Tina that I see. I’m a knitter and would be more then happy to knit some for you!! I haven’t yet done this particular pattern, but will be in January. Once I’ve done it then I would be able to give you a price…and also show you a picture of my first finished sheep to see if you like it or not!! Let me know if you’re interested!! 🙂
I would love to see how your first sheep turned out. I would be very interested in having one made for me. Please keep in touch. Thanks
I’d love to make the sheep pillow, but I’m concerned that it may be too hard. I’m a long time knitter, 50+ years, and I mostly knit sweaters. I’ve never done a cast on other than the traditional kind. If you’ve successfully made the pillow, could you advise me on how difficult the project was?
Hi Sara,
Thanks for reaching out! I would rate this an intermediate pattern – if you have made quite a few sweaters, you should have all the skills necessary for the sheep! We do have a video tutorial for the Provisional Cast-On, but it would also be fine to use whatever cast on you are familiar with and sew up the bottom of the sheep when you are done instead of grafting the stitches together.
I hope that helps!
Julianna
I would like a crochet for the sheep also.
Hello Virginia!
Thank you so much for your interest in our Bobble Sheep Pillow pattern! Unfortunately, we don’t have a sheep pattern for crochet, but we will certainly take your request under consideration!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
Me too! Would love the pattern in crochet! If there’s ever one available, please let me know! Thank you!
Hi Cheryle,
Thanks for writing in! Thanks for the request! We will keep it in mind!
Best,
Cassy
Hi, I am a beginner knitter, I would love to make this for my sister as they raise sheep. Those who made this how difficult is it? thanks!
I thank you so much for sharing this pattern. I have made it once but am redoing it as I think I’ve messed up somehow. For the beginning rows I am finding it have a wide space surrounding the stitch markers where there are no bobbles. I just finished row 6 and have 7 stitches with no bobble in it, just wondered if this is correct, when I look at your finished sheep I don’t notice any flat spaces like that. Thanks so much for your help.
Hi Lynanne,
Thanks for writing in. Maybe your tension is too loose? I’d try going down a needle size and seeing what that does.
All the best,
Adam
Hi . I think the mistake is not picking up the extra bobble as you increase…there should not be a big space
For the Bobble Sheep Pillow in Gentle Giant, what size of crochet hook should I buy?
Thank you,
Judy
Hi Judy,
Thanks for writing in! This pattern is currently only available as a knit pattern but we will keep your request in mind! If you would like to crochet a project with Gentle Giant we recommend P or Q (11.5 – 15.75 mm) crochet hooks.
Best,
Cassy
Hi,
Thank you for putting up this amazing pattern first of all!!
One question, I may just not be seeing it, but what length double pointed needles are best? I’ve found the right size ones but they come in two different lengths?
Thank you 🙂
Hi Allee,
Thanks for writing in! We do not have a recommendation on this page for a length of double point needles. I would say that you would not want double point needles shorter than 6 inches. We offer both 6 and 8 inch double pointed needles and either would work. I would suggest the slightly longer 8 inch needles as you will have a little more room on this lovely big Bobble Sheep!
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
Hi Cassy,
Yes that is massive help, thank you.
Hi I live in the UK and can’t wait to make the sheep, only problem is I am trying to work out what wool to use and how much?? Is it an aran/worsted or chunky/bulky?? What weight is a skein that you use??
Thank you
Diane
Hi Diane,
Thank you for writing in! For the body of the sheep we used our Gentle Giant, which we call a Jumbo weight wool. This wool has a large gauge, so look for a wool that calls for a 12-15mm needle. For the head and feet we used our Flax Down, which is a light worsted/DK, so look for a wool that calls for a 4-5mm needle.
We used 10 skeins of the Gentle Giant, which would be a total of 440 meters and 1 skein of the Flax Down, which has about 200 meters.
Please let us know if you have any more questions!
Best,
Kumeko
Hi Diane, I too live in England and would love to make the bobble sheep pillow. Did you manage to find suitable supplies of wool. If so, would you mind sharing them with me. I keep looking but as yet haven’t found any suitable. Thanks Anne
Hi Anne!
I live in England also and have been looking into finding an alternative wool for this pattern! I have come across a wool called ‘Cascade Magnum’ by Cascade Yarns which is almost identical as well as working out more cost effective! As far as the head/feet/tail go I should think any dk yarn would work? You may already know about this but there is a website called Yarn Sub which is great for finding alternative wool, all you have to do is type in the name of the original wool and it should pop up, showing you lots of alternatives and where to buy them! If you see this reply, I hope it helps! 🙂
Hi Ladies, I have made 2 of these sheep using Cascade Magnum. No pattern modifications and worked really well and I am v happy with them. They were a gift and my friend is THRILLED! Took 3.5 balls of magnum for each sheep. They do come up v big and I think if I made again, I would reduce the size slightly by reducing each round by 8 or 16 stitches, achieving this by simply casting on less stitches at the start. Hopefully this would also be a good cost saving as should then be OK with 3 balls per sheep. Happy knitting and hope this helps x
I made this WONDERFUL bobble sheep! His name is Shawn the Sheep and he lives on my bed. He is stuffed with a regular sized bed pillow. I took him to see some friends in town and got the strangest looks from other drivers as we passed them. Shawn was looking out the window. Lots of fun. Due to wool alergies I used an acrylic super bulky yarn for his body and a worsted for his head. I did omit his legs as he really didn’t need them. (Cause he just prefers to sleep, no running and jumping). Thank you so much for this free pattern. He is well loved!
Hi Maggie!
What bulky yarn did you use? Did you the same needle sizes as the pattern ?
Thanks!
cant wait to make this for my library room! i’ll sew on googly eyes too. 😉
Can this be knitted on straight needles? So many of your lovely patterns are for circular needles and I really struggle with them.
Thanks
Hi Judith,
Thanks for writing in! This pattern is written to knit in the round. We are unable to rewrite it to knit flat at this juncture. We realize that for some of our customers that this presents a challenge but we urge you to give it a try! Once you get the hang of it, you may find that you never use straight needles again, even for projects without so many stitches. Circular needles are just easier to keep track of (no losing one in the cushions of your couch!), and they never poke the person sitting next to you!
Best,
Cassy
Hello,
This is very cute, esp the gentle giant version.
Can you suggest another contrast yarn? Would Worsted Twist work? Thanks.
Hi Quynh,
Thanks for the kind words! Worsted Twist is a bit thicker than the Flax Down that we used for the head here. To use Worsted Twist, you would hold it doubled and go up to a US 10.75 or US 11. However, this would make the head quite a bit bigger and not in proportion to the rest of the sheep. If you are looking for an alternate yarn, you want something with a gauge of 5-5.5 stitches per inch. Here Cashmere Merino Bloom might work. Blue Sky’s Suri Merino would also make a good substitute. Please note that, as with the Flax Down, you would be holding these doubled.
Best,
Cassy
Wouah ! So good.
Their remind me old memories, a cover for my bed knitted with bobbles.
Great idea, Thanks.
Thank you for creating and posting this pattern. I can’t wait to make “them”, I think I need a flock! They will be a wonderful addition to my Maine farmhouse
I, too, would like to add to the requests of having this pattern available in a crochet pattern. Please keep us posted. I LOVE Purl Soho!
is this available in uk
Hi Jackie,
Thanks for writing in! Our lovely Purl Soho yarns are only available through us but we do ship worldwide! More information about our shipping can be found here: https://www.purlsoho.com/shipping/
Best,
Cassy
Hi! I love this pattern and want to make it as a birthday gift for a toddler. Approximately how long does this project take?
Thank you!
Hi Jill,
Thank you for your question! It’s always difficult to gauge how long a project might take since everyone knits at different speeds and has varying amounts of time that they can devote to knitting each day! However, since this sheep is knit with a chunkier weight yarn it will knit quickly and depending on how much time you can spend on the scarf each day it might take you 2-3 weeks to complete. Please keep in mind that this is just an estimate. I am sorry we can’t be more specific!
Best,
Cassy
Of course! Thank you for your reply!
I have a problem when I repeat row 5 . When the pattern tells me to make bobble…the bobble stitch starts on top of the previous bobble. Is that correct? Or did I mess up? I even ripped the rows and started over but still it turned out the same.
Hello Faith,
Thank you for reaching out! Great question. Is this happening on the first repeat of row 5? The bobbles should not end up on top of each other. The increases are such that the bobbles end up alternating location from row 5 to repeat row 5. I would be extra careful that you are placing the increase stitches in the correct location and that you are adding 4 stitches every row 5 and row 6. Good luck! Let us know if you have any further questions!
-Marilla
I’m currently attempting to knit this on 12mm needles and super chunky wool. It’s a painful struggle and is so hard it’s hurting my hands. I think I shall try to use an Aran on smaller needles with a view to enjoying knitting this. Not having pattern problems so far, just fed up fighting the needles and the wool.
Anyone else finding the same?
I too, would love the Sheep Pillow in crochet. Hope it comes soon.
In the original pattern (for the smaller version I believe), there is this instruction: Round 19: K2, *MB, k3, repeat from * to 3 stitches before next marker, sk2p (see Notes), sm, k2, k3tog (see Notes), **k3, MB, repeat from ** to 2 stitches before next marker, k2, sm, k2. [90 stitches, 4 stitches decreased at head]. What is sm and what is sk2p? I hate to sound stupid, but I am a fairly inexperienced knitter. Having a grandchild soon and my daughter asked if I would try this pattern. Thanks for your help.
Hello Julie,
Thank you for reaching out and congratulations on the new addition to your family!
There are no stupid questions in my book. “SM” simply means slip marker – so when you get to a marker you just transfer it from one needle to the next. sk2p is a bit more complicated, but still simple enough. This is a left-slanting double decrease. Slip 1 purlwise, knit 2 together, pass the slipped stitch over the knit stitch and off the needle. [2 stitches decreased].
I hope this helps and please let me know if you have any further questions!
-Marilla
It appears there are two size kits available. Am I correct? Can you tell me the finished size of each one.
Thanks
Hi Patty,
Thanks for writing! There are 2 versions of this lovely sheep. The one pictured above the the Gentle Giant version and it is 28 inches wide (from chest to rear) x 15 inches tall (from top of back to bottom of belly). The other version is the Super Soft version and is 19 inches wide (from chest to rear) x 14 inches tall (from top of back to bottom of belly). For further descriptions of the kits, click on the Product Details tab on the product page!
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
I am knitting the gentle giant large bobble sheep, using the gentle giant yarn for the body and the Flax Down the head. I just finished knitting the head and I am not satisfied with the floppiness of the head. Because I followed the pattern for the smaller bobble sheep, which did not specify knitting the head with a double strand, I knitted the head using a single strand of Flax Down. I just now looked back at the online site for the larger sheep and noticed that it mentions using a double strand of the Flax Down. Was I supposed to knit the head with a double strand of Flax Down yarn? Before I decapitate my sheep’s head I need to be sure that I should have used a double strand of yarn. Do you think, I will have enough yarn left to knit another head?
I am also confused as to the placement of the ears. Any help you can provide would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
Chris Sydnor
Hello Christine,
Thank you for writing us! Unfortunately, it sounds like you are going to have to decapitate your sheep. The head is knit with two strands of Flax Down. I think you should have enough yarn to re- knit the head. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Warmly,
Marilla
Hi there! Just wondering if you might happen to happen to have a video that demonstrates each step of HOW this project is completed (from start to finish)? For instance, how the body should be looking as you are M1R and M1L.
Idk about anyone else, but most knitting techniques I’ve learned have been from watching videos provided on Purl Soho and YouTube. As such – being an annoyingly visual learner and all- something like a video demonstration could be EXTREMELY helpful in assisting those of us who struggle to follow written instructions over seeing how the written word plays out in real time.
Anyhow, I understand that making a video is likely easier said than done, so any thoughts on this would be certainly appreciated. Love the work you are contributing to the site and I look forward to your response.
Hope this message finds you well and much thanks in advance! 🙂
Hi Rachel,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m also a very visual learner so I get it! I will definitely pass your recommendation along!
Thanks,
Carly
I would like this in a crochet pattern as well!!
i would alsolike this in a ccochet pattern
Would love to see a crochet pattern.
May have to learn to knit. This just makes me smile.
Do you stuff the head?
Has there been any corrections to the pattern discovered?
Hi Brenda,
Thank you for writing in! We have not stuffed the head of this sweet sheep but you certainly can if you like the look! Additionally, we have not made any corrections to this pattern. That said, should you have any issues, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Best,
Cassy
I’m in a pickle! I promised my granddaughter this beautiful pillow for Christmas but I don’t have size 17 circular needles. I do have straight ones that size. Any advise on how to knit this flat and then sew it together? Thanks in advance.
Consuelo
Hi COnsuelo,
Thanks for writing in! At present, we only have this pattern written for knitting in the round. Altering the pattern to knit flat would require a fair amount of work and reworking of the pattern. You can certainly give it a try but I do think that it will require a fair amount of trial and error!
Best,
Cassy
Are there different instructions for the tail? It looks odd because of its shape and how open it is.
Hi Laura,
Thanks for writing in! There are not alternate directions for the tail available. The tail on this sweet little sheep is open and shaped a bit like a half dome that is open on the bottom. You can certainly sew it up once you are done if you prefer the look of a closed tail! Either way, I think that the sheep will look great!
Best,
Cassy
Ok, I’m about to pick up stitches for the head. The instructions say to pick up 3 sts in one 15 times on each side. My math says that adds up to 90sts where do the other 2sts come from?
Hi Consuelo,
Thanks for writing in! You will be picking up 3 stitches in each of the next fifteen stitches along the left side of the neck, two stitches along the top, and then 3 stitches in each of the fifteen stitches along the right side for a total of 92 stitches.
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
I am sooooooo confused!! I am making the head for the third time. By the time I get to row 4 I have run out of stitches between the first and second marker. I have the correct number of sts on the needles and all the decreases line up correctly. What am I doing wrong???
Also, why are there more decreases on the right side than the left side? Row 2 doesn’t have any decreases on the left. I’m an experienced knitter but I’m ready to throw this in the trash.
HELP!
Hi Consuelo,
Thanks for writing in! It seems like perhaps you have been decreasing more rapidly than we are in the pattern. Right before you begin round 4 of the head you should have your beginning of round marker, 22 stitches, marker, 6 stitches, marker, 6 stitches, marker 22 stitches. On every iteration of round 2, you will be decreasing 1 stitch at the beginning of the second set of stitches and 1 stitch at the end of the third set of stitches. While on round 1 and 3, you will be decreasing 1 stitch at the beginning and 1 stitch at the end of each of these sections. This should leave you with 6 stitches in each of the second and third sections before you begin round 4.
I hope that this clears things up!
Cassy
Where are the directions to make the sheep? I see pictures of and what you need to make it but nothing else.
Hi Jayne,
Thanks for writing in! The directions for this lovely sheep are linked above in the pattern section. I am also including them here for you: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2013/03/03/lauras-loop-bobble-sheep-pillow/
Happy knitting!
Cassy
Why, oh why, are American knitting patterns always on circular needles?! It drives me potty! I’m in the UK and we very rarely knit on anything other than straight needles and I can’t convert a pattern from USA instructions to UK for the life of me! ???
Hi Jayne,
Thanks for writing in and sharing your thoughts with us! For many projects, we prefer the look and ease of knitting a project in one piece. For many of our projects worked in the round, working them flat would add quite a bit of complication as it would with this lovely Bobble Sheep!
Knitting in the round actually has a good amount of its origins in the UK! Traditional Fair Isle knitting has been worked traditionally in the round, first on double pointed needles and then on circular needles. Although, the earliest examples of knitting in the round have been found elsewhere in Europe, it was Fair Isle knitting that popularized it!
For some of our patterns, although we use circular needles, we knit them flat, meaning back in forth in rows, turning the work at the end of each row. The reason we sometimes use circular needles for flat knitting is to accommodate a lot of stitches. Cramming a blanket’s worth of stitches onto long straight needles can be pretty cumbersome and sometimes even, impossible. To use circular needles for knitting flat you simply finish a row, turn the work so the other side is facing you and put the needle that was in your right hand into your left hand and the needle that was in your left hand into your right hand, ready to go on the next row!
By the way, once you get the hang of it, you may find that you never use straight needles again, even for projects without so many stitches. Circular needles are just easier to keep track of (no losing one in the cushions of your couch!), and they never poke the person sitting next to you!
Best,
Cassy
Hi
I have ripped this out three times now. I am fine until I get to the repeat of the rows 5 and 6 my bobbles are not lining up correctly nor am I ending up with the right number of stitches before the markers. What could I possibly be doing wrong!?!?!?
I am determined to knit this fabulous sheep!
Hi Karyn,
Thanks for writing in! I am sorry to hear that you are having difficulties! I frequently find that writing out rows more completely can help in these situations. As only round 5 has bobbles (round 6 is an increase round), I am including the written out round 5 for you!
Round 5 reads: [M1L, k2, *MB k3, repeat from * to 3 stitches before next marker, MB, k2, m1R, sm, k2] two times. [4 stitches increased]
Round 5 expanded reads: M1L, k2, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k2, m1R, sm, k2, M1L, k2, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k3, MB, k2, m1R, sm, k2.
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
I’m on my second sheep and wanted to get the body exactly as written without me having to make it so with my own adjustments. So would I assume that the expanded for Row 5 is not the same for each of the respective repeats? If so then I’ve got an issue: When I get to the 2nd repeat Row of 5, I have 7 bobbles before the marker. In my previous repeat Row of 6, I have 62 stitches.
Hello Samantha,
Thank you for reaching out! It sounds like you are correct. You are knitting rows 5 and 6 a total of 4 times and you are adding 8 stitches total, per repeat. This means that after completing your fist two sets of rows 5 and 6 you should have a total of 62 stitches.
From what I understand, this is where you are in the pattern?
I hope this is helpful and let us know if you need your assistance!
Best,
Marilla
Crocheted my own sheep using this info as a starting point for my pattern. I think they turned out pretty good!
I would LOVE to have a crochet pattern for this darling bobbles pillow Is a crochet pattern available?
Hello Sally,
Thank you for reaching out and your interest in this pattern. While we do not currently have a crochet version of the pattern I will certainly pass along your request!
I would just like the pattern not the bundle. Is this possible??
Hi Maria,
Thanks for reaching out! This lovely pattern is available for free! It can be found here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2013/03/03/lauras-loop-bobble-sheep-pillow/
Best,
Cassy
I’m in for the crochet pattern too.
Please include me with the many other crocheters who would like to see crochet instructions for the Bobble Sheep Pillow. It would be just as lovely in crochet as in the knitted version.
I am not a fan of using double ended/4 needles. Is it possible to work this on two needles only?
Hi Jordi,
Thanks for writing in! This pattern is written to knit in the round. While we are unable to rewrite it to knit flat, we realize that for some of our customers that this presents a challenge but we urge you to give it a try! Once you get the hang of it, you may find that you never use straight needles again, even for projects without so many stitches. Circular needles are just easier to keep track of (no losing one in the cushions of your couch!), and they never poke the person sitting next to you!
Best,
Cassy
please add me to wanting a crochet version
Hi Pam,
We will add your voice to the chorus of those hoping for a crocheted version!
Best,
Cassy
Hi I love this pattern, but just can not get the hang of circular needles (too slow for me) is there away to use straight pins?
Thank you
Hello Iceni,
Thank you for reaching out and your interest in our pattern! Unfortunately we do not have a pattern written for a flat version of this pillow.
Warmly,
Marilla
I love this sheep and am trying to make it for my mom for her birthday. I have found myself making a few adjustment to ‘catch up’ to the counts a long the way- but everything looks okay so far. My request/recommendation would be to add the stitch count that should be on each round between the markers. For example, when you decrease for the body (which is where I am struggling), I have 90 stitches but I am not confident that I have the correct amount between each marker. It would be helpful if the pattern said: marker, 47 stitches, marker, 41 stitches, marker, 2 stitches.
Hi Madeline,
Thanks for writing in! I’ll pass this suggestion along to the design team!
Best,
Julianna
I am interested in getting a crocheted pattern for this
Thanks
Hi Connie,
Thank you for writing in! We will add you voice to the chorus of those requesting a crocheted version of this pattern!
Best,
Cassy
Hello,
I love this sheep too !
and I am interesting in getting a FRENCH pattern.
Is it possible ?
Thank you
Hi Marie,
Thank you for this lovely comment. We do not currently have the resources to translate our patterns, but hopefully at some point in the future this will be more of a possibility. In the mean time I will certainly pass along your suggestion!
Best,
Julianna
I am making the pattern as suggested and am wondering about gaps on either side of each of the bobbles. I’ve tried to pull the stitches tight but am worried that stuffing will show or come out of those side gaps. Any tips? Thanks.
Hi Amy,
Thanks for reaching out! It is not uncommon to have small gaps on either side of the bobbles in this pattern, and most of the time they don’t cause any issues with the stuffing. However, if you are concerned about stuffing coming out or if you are knitting a dark colored sheep, you can stuff the sheep with a king or queen sized pillow, either store bought or home made, in a color that matches your sheep. This will both contain any loose stuffing and hide the appearance of gaps.
I hope that helps!
Julianna
You mentioned that there is a link for a smaller version of the pillow. I dont see it. Could you please tell me the link? Thanks
Hello Janie,
Thank you for reaching out! You can find the pattern for this pillow right here.
Happy knitting!
-Marilla
I am on the ears of this sheep and I am not understanding the placement of the stitches. The pictures are not quite clear to me. Does the ear start at the base of the head? And then you say rotate the sheep and pick up three stitches in each of the stitches directly across from those you just picked up. My head exploded a million times. I understand that I am knitting three stitches in one to get the number 18 in total, I’m just not confident where the ear actually attaches. At any time am I knitting into the white part? I wish there was a video that went along with this pattern. I can’t believe I got the head on and it looks okay. For some reason the ears are just not making sense to me. Thanks for your time
Hi Lisa,
I hope I can help clarify this! For the ears, you will count down four stitches from the top of the sheep’s head where it is attached to the body to pinpoint where to start picking up stitches from the same stitches where you already picked up stitches to knit the head. The second half of the ear stitches will be picked up from the main color or body of the sheep directly across from where you picked up the first half of the ear stitches. It’s quite tricky to visualize, but I think if you give it a try it will make sense as it’s quite similar to picking up the head stitches!
Best of luck and happy knitting!
Julianna
Hi, this makes ZERO sense to me. Zip. Zilch. Being so close to completion this is incredibly frustrating. I’m hoping to get additional help.
Hi Susan,
Thanks for writing in! I am sorry to hear that you are so frustrated, but I am happy to help! To help me be able to give you the best advice, I would love a bit more information, are you having problems with the placement of where to pick up the stitches for the ears or how to pick up the stitches?
Looking forward to your response!
Gianna
pretty
Hi
I just started my sheep pillow and it says to repeat rounds 5 and 6 but I am not seeing round 5 is it just a knit do I increase?…
Hello Karyn,
Thank you for reaching out! Round 5 is just above round 6 and reads “Round 5: [M1L, k2, *make bobble (MB, see Notes), k3, repeat from * to 3 stitches before next marker, MB, k2, m1R, sm, k2] two times. [4 stitches increased]”. I wonder if it accidentally go deleted somehow when you downloaded the pattern.
I hope this clears things up for you and happy knitting!
-Marilla
How big is this sheep? It looks huge ! Is there a smaller pillow version? I am thinking a size that would fit in a child’s crib. Dimensions? Different sizes on the pattern? THANKS !!! It’s adorable !!!! I can;t wait to make it !!!!
Patty
Hi Patricia,
Thanks for reaching out! Yes, our Bobble Sheep Pillow in Gentle Giant is wonderfully oversized but our original Bobble Sheep Pillow in Super Soft Merino is a much more manageable size! You can find the exact dimensions in the pattern information under “Size,” but the Gentle Giant sheep measures 28 inches wide by 15 inches tall, and the Super Soft Merino sheep measures 19 inches wide by 14 inches tall. Since both sheep use the same pattern with different size needles and yarn, you can always use a worsted weight yarn with an appropriate needle size for an even smaller sheep!
Best,
Julianna
On last row 33 of body. Experienced knitter. Went row by row. Everything row finished with correct number. Should have 48 stitches have 60! Ready for Kitchener closer. Should I just proceed?
Hello Tere,
Thank you for reaching out! This is very mysterious, it does sound like some rows possibly missed or you had to many stitches to begin with? You should have had 60 stitches at row 28. The only concern I would have about closing it up at this point would be that the shape of the body will be incorrect, however if it is looking good there is no reason why you can’t go ahead and close up your sheep.
I hope this helps and let us know if you have any further questions!
Happy knitting,
Marilla
Hi Tere,
Do I end up with a gusset as per M1L/ M1R video demo or should I be incorporating the increases (rounds 5 and 6) into the pattern? Enjoying the challenge and looking forward to seeing the finished cushion, and thank you for sharing.
Hi Coral,
Thanks for your question! Yes, you should be incorporating the increases into the pattern. Thanks to the bobbles, the “seam” that the increases create won’t be visible and instead the increases will help create the shape of the entire body of the sheep. I hope this was helpful!
All the best,
Cat
Hi
I am having a super hard time with the start of the head. Do I just pick up the stitch or do I pick it up then knit? Also at the end of the 15 stitches you pick up two and do the other side, are those two separate stitches picked up ?
Is there a video available to watch how the stitches are picked up for the head?
Thanks
Hello Karyn,
Thank you for reaching out! Unfortunately, we do not have a video of this. Those two stitches are separate stitches being picked up. So you will be picking up 45 stitches (3 stitches from each of the 15), pick up two stitches, and then 45 more stitches.
I hope this helps and let us know if you have any further questions!
Happy knitting,
Marilla
PLEASE!! can you make a follow along video tutorial of this project on you tube !! you would get major hits !!
Hello Patricia,
Thank you for giving us your thoughtful feedback! I will certainly pass it along!
Happy knitting!
-Marilla
i JUST LOVE THOSE SHEEP 😉
My great-grand-parents where farmers: i just LOVE sheep whool.
Cordialement.
Aimée.
Can I get the Pattern for the smaller Pillow ? This is all very confusing …. I keep getting sent back to the same place and it isn’t there …. Thand You.
Suzy
Hi Suzy,
I am happy to help! The pattern for the Super Soft Merino version of this sheep can be found here. Please know that both versions of this lovely littel sheep follow the same pattern and just differ in the needles and yarn used!
Happy knitting!
Cassy
I’ve made a few for new baby gifts ,
my grandson still sleeps with his and he’s now 11?
I can’t say enough about how much I love this pattern !!
It’s sooo cute and cuddly ,
Just order the new bulky yarn for another new baby gift.
Thanks Purl Soho for a great pattern and quality yarn.
Hi,
I finished the body and am having trouble with the head. I picked up the 92 stitches starting from the bottom of the head (neck), I the separated the stitches by : knit 16 stitches; pm; 30 stitches; pm, 16 stitches; pm, 30 stitches; pm. The instructions said K16, pm, K30, pm, repeat.
Is that correct or is it knit 16 st; pm; 30 st; pm; 30 st; pm, 16 st, pm. This way the neck would be 16 stitches on each side and the top of head would have 30 stitches on each side.
If I do the 1st version, seems like the head will not be straight.
I agree with previous posts, a youtube video would be great. I am worried about the ears.
thanks
Hi Sylvie,
Thanks for reaching out! Your second interpretation of the row is correct. When working the set-up round for the head you will only be repeating the section within the markers, so you will knit 16, place a marker, knit 30, place a marker, knit 30, place a marker, and then knit to the end of the round, which should be 16 again. I will be sure to pass your request for a video along to the design team!
Best,
Julianna
I am stumped on row 5 (small sheep): Before I start the row I have a marker after stitch 21 and another marker after stitch 44. Using the original row stitch count to explain my problem. I get to the first marker correctly (5 bobbles completed, M1R). SM, K2 (stitch 22, 23) , then start the repeat making: 1st bobble +K3 = stitch 24-27, 2nd bobble +K3 = stitch 28-31, 3rd bobble + K3 = stitch 32-35, 4th bobble +k3 = stitch 36-39. I am now 5 stitches from the marker. I make a 5th bobble (stitch 40), then K1 (stitch 41). I am now 3 stitches from the marker (5 stitches from the end of the round). The pattern says when you are 3 stitches from the marker, MB, K2, M1R, K2. If I do this, I will have a 6th bobble (stitch 42) with just one stitch between the 5th and 6th bobble and then I will K2 (stitch 43-44), M1R, K2 (stitch 45-46). Then row 6 starts. Is this correct?
Hi Laurie
Thanks so much for writing in! This pattern has brackets and a repeat (*) within the brackets, and can get a bit challenging! After you completed the first 5 bobbles, the row finishes with k2, m1R, sm, k2] two times. Your bracket starts over at the beginning of the with [M1L, k2,(this is stitch 24 and 25) *make bobble (MB, see Notes), k3, repeat from * to 3 stitches before next marker, MB, k2, m1R, sm, k2] There should be a total of 10 bobbles on this round, 5 on each side, and you will have added 4 stitches total. I hope this helps!
Happy Knitting
Jessica
Hi is it possible to send image of were the markers are for thehead please? I understand picking up the 92 sts but were is the beginning of the round? Were the chin would be?
Hi all!
I’m about to graft the top of the sheep and have my working yarn on the front need as the instructions stated to slip the last stitch of the last round onto the left needle. Do I need to re-arrange the stitches so that the working yarn to graft is on the back needle? It looks like that might throw the seams off? Please advise when convenient. Love this project!
Thanks very much,
Ginger
Hi Ginger,
Thanks for writing in! You can go ahead and start working kitchener stitch as normal, even with the yarn attached to the front needle! The first setup setp will also start with the front needle which seems odd, but the look of the grafted seam won’t be affected by where the yarn is attached.
I hope that clears things up!
Julianna
Hi! I started my bobble sheep years ago and had to set it aside. I am back at it and am ready to do the Kitchener stitch to bind off the top of the head. Have you stuffed the head? Maybe a bit of stuffing would give it shape and help the ears to stand out. Looking forward to your thoughts. Karen
Hi Karen,
Thanks for writing in! That is a great idea, we haven’t tried stuffing the head but I think it would add a bit more shape to the heads and ears!
Please let us know how this works out, happy knitting!
Gianna
These sheep are the sweetest! Any chance for a crochet version of this pillow using Gentle Giant? I would love to make these for my daughters!
Hi Emily,
Thanks for reaching! Unfortunately we don’t have a crochet version of this pattern available, but thank you so much for expressing your interest and I will be sure to pass this along to the rest of the team!
Warmly,
Gianna
I love this sheep, is there anyway that you sell the completed sheep??? It is so amazing. Thanks so much,
Rachel Harvey
Hi Rachel,
Thanks for reaching out! Unfortunately, we don’t sell these already made, but we do have all of the materials and instructions for you to make one of your own!
Thanks for getting in touch!
Gianna
Is there somewhere where this pattern is written out stitch by stitch?
Hi Maureen,
Thanks for reaching out! We only offer instructions as written in the PATTERN section, but thank you for expressing your interest and I will be sure to pass this along to the rest of the team!
Warmly,
Gianna
Do you sell these sheep pillows made up??
Adore them but not sure Im up to knitting one.
Jane
Hi Jane,
Thanks for reaching out! I’m sorry, we don’t sell these already made, but we do have all of the materials and instructions for you to make one of your own!
Thanks for getting in touch!
Gianna
Do you have a crochet version of this pattern?
Hi Kathryn,
Thanks for reaching out! We do not have a crochet version of this pattern, but thank you for expressing your interest! I will be sure to pass this along to the rest of the team!
Gianna
There is no pattern, just comments
Hi Barbara,
Thanks for writing in! For this pattern, we followed the original Bobble Sheep Pillow in Super Soft Merino pattern. You can navigate to the page I just linked to find the pattern, but there are just a few small modifications to keep in mind when using Gentle Giant…
1. For the Main Yarn, we used Gentle Giant on US 17 needles in place of Super Soft Merino on US 11 needles.
2. For the Contrast Yarn, we used two strands of Flax Down on US 10 needles in place of a single strand of Sport Weight Alpaca on US 3 needles.
3. We lengthened the legs from 4 to 5 inches.
I hope this helps clarify things!
All the best,
Lili
Hello! I am having trouble understanding the ears…I have done the first 4 rows in the round, but do not understand the “back and forth” pattern n the next rows. Pictures look like the ears are done in the round like the head….please help!
Lisa
Hi Lisa,
Thanks for reaching out. The ears begin in the round, but then the switch to being worked flat at this very point! This creates a cupped shape that mimics what a real sheep’s ear looks like!
All the best,
Lili
Hi, this may be a stupid question, but is there a way to convert this pattern into crochet? I never was able to pick up knitting, but I’m very experienced in crocheting. I’ve been trying to figure out how I can replicate and try this with my crochet experience, but I just can’t get the desired look, so I thought I’d reach out for any advice or tips.
Hi Mikka,
Thanks for reaching out! I’m sure that it would be possible to crochet something like this, but it will take a lot of rewriting. A good place to begin though would be to learn some bobble crochet stitches! This type of stitch would result in a very similar look to the knit bobbles on this sheep. If you end up giving this a try, please let us know how it turns out!
All the best,
Lili
Hello, I am in the head and I have been having a little difficulty, when the pattern says to start at the bottom left of the neck pick up 3 stitches in each stitch of the next 15 stitches along the left side of the neck, 2 stitches At the top, those 2 points are on the left side? Then he says to turn the sheep and perform the same procedure, meaning that on the left side there are 47 points left and on the right there are 45 left to complete the 92? Thank you very much Patricia
Hi Patricia,
Thank you for writing in! You will only pick up 45 stitches on each of the left and right sides and 2 stitches at the top of the head. If you wanted to think of it as just two halves, you will have 46 stitches on the left side and 46 on the right side. I hope this helps but please let me know if you have any other questions.
All the best,
Gavriella