At first attempt, this character was only going to be a bunny but as I finished the bunny I realized with a couple of tiny changes we could also have a fantastic wooly sheep. So now you have both a Wooly Sheep and a best friend Wooly Bunny included in the pattern. The loop stitch, which turns into fringe, is a bit tedious but it’s only every other row for a very short time. You can do it and it’s completely worth the effort in the end. Sit back and enjoy the Wooly Sheep + Bunny ride! This is one of my favorite projects ever.
The yarn I used is our fantastic Wisconsin Woolen Spun Worsted, you really need a wooly yarn for this project to make the cut loops turn into a scrumptious, squishy coat of wool. This yarn is perfect for making the loop stitch, which is then cut into a fringey coat, because with the woolen spun yarn the fibers grab onto each other and don’t slip. I have made and included in the pattern 5 exclusive video tutorials to help you along the way. The loop stitch video includes how to do the loop stitch holding the yarn in both your right and left hand.
I think you’ll love this one-of-a-kind super-amazing knit toy. It’s really a stunner of a project, and it’s not only for kids but for all sheep and bunny lovers alike. I wish you could reach through the screen to give the samples a good squeeze. They feel so good to hold.
Included in the Wooly Sheep + Bunny Kit
* Enough Wisconsin Woolen Spun Worsted to make ONE Wooly Bunny OR ONE Wooly Sheep (not one of each). The kit only makes one toy. Directions for both options are included in the pattern so you can choose which toy you’d like to make. There are three kit colorway choices.
1) Birch (creamy white) for the body and Birch for the head/legs/hands.
2) Rain Shower (heathered light gray) for the body and Birch for the head/legs/hands.
3) Inky (black) for the body and Birch for the head/legs/hands.
* The pattern is included for FREE with the kit purchase. The pattern comes as a Ravelry download code printed on a card and found inside the kit bag. The pattern includes 5 exclusive video tutorial links and photo tutorials.
* One pair of 5mm safety eyes and backs, and black crochet cotton for face embroidery.
* It all comes packed in a hand-stamped canvas project bag with an illustrated tag by Susan.