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Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern

Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern

This sheep security blanket pattern combines practical comfort with irresistible cuteness. The circular blanket base features a unique textured design created by working in back loops only, then adding charming chain-stitch curls that give the blanket its signature fluffy appearance. The sweet sheep character includes a detailed head with embroidered facial features, coordinating ears in beige and white, four stuffed legs, and an adorable little tail.

Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working with multiple hook sizes creates varied textures throughout the piece, while the color-blocked design in beige and white adds visual interest. The finishing touch is a tiny yellow bow that adds personality to this lovable companion.

Why You'll Love This Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it creates something truly special that combines functionality with charm. The textured curls give the blanket such a wonderful tactile quality that babies and toddlers find irresistibly comforting. I appreciate how the pattern teaches you to work with different hook sizes to create varied textures, which is a valuable skill for any crocheter. The embroidered facial features mean no small parts that could be safety hazards, making this perfect for little ones. What really makes my heart happy is knowing this will become a treasured comfort object that families will keep for years.

Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this sheep security blanket pattern can be with just a few creative modifications. Instead of the classic beige and white combination, I often experiment with soft pastels like baby pink, mint green, or lavender for the sheep body while keeping the blanket portion in coordinating cream or white tones.

For a more playful version, I've created rainbow sheep by using multiple colors for the blanket curls, working each round in a different pastel shade. The effect is absolutely magical and perfect for modern nurseries with bright, cheerful color schemes.

You can also adjust the blanket size by continuing the increase pattern beyond 22cm diameter if you want a larger security blanket for older toddlers. I've made versions up to 30cm across that work beautifully as lap blankets.

Another variation I adore is changing the animal entirely while keeping the same blanket base structure. I've successfully adapted this pattern to create a lamb with longer droopy ears, a bunny with tall upright ears, or even a bear by adjusting the ear shape and omitting the curls on the head portion.

For holiday versions, adding a small Santa hat to the sheep or using red and green yarn creates an adorable Christmas keepsake. The little bow can be swapped for other embellishments like flowers, stars, or even tiny crocheted hearts.

If you want to make this even more special, consider personalizing it with the baby's name embroidered on one of the blanket curls or adding a custom-colored bow to match the nursery theme. I've also seen beautiful versions where makers add small jingle bells inside the stuffing of one leg (securely enclosed) to create a gentle rattle effect.

The textured curl technique used for this blanket can be applied to other projects too. I've used the same method to create fluffy edges on baby bonnets, decorative borders on regular blankets, and even unique textured scarves for adults.

For an extra cozy touch, try working the entire blanket portion in a super soft chenille or velvet yarn while keeping the sheep parts in regular cotton. The contrast in textures makes it even more appealing to little hands.

Don't be afraid to experiment with the facial expressions either. Slightly adjusting where you place the eyes or changing the nose shape can give your sheep a completely different personality, from sleepy and calm to bright and cheerful.

Remember that this pattern is your canvas for creativity, and each variation you create will be uniquely special and treasured by the family who receives it.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to work in back loops only on the blanket body, which creates the signature textured curl effect ✗ Not changing hook sizes between the blanket and amigurumi parts, resulting in visible stuffing or loose stitches ✗ Skipping the curl-making step on unworked front loops, leaving the blanket flat instead of fluffy and dimensional ✗ Placing facial features incorrectly or at different heights, creating an asymmetrical appearance on the sheep face ✗ Stuffing the head and legs too loosely or too firmly, affecting the overall shape and feel of the finished piece ✗ Not securing parts firmly to the blanket edges, which could create safety hazards for young children using it

Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern

Create an adorable sheep security blanket that combines the softness of a lovey with the charm of an amigurumi toy. This beautiful crochet pattern features a sweet sheep head with embroidered facial features, four cozy legs, and a fluffy circular blanket body covered in delightful textured curls. Perfect as a comforting companion for babies and toddlers, this security blanket will become a treasured keepsake that provides warmth and comfort during nap time and bedtime.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Sheep Security Blanket Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    100g medium cotton yarn in beige or tan color
  • 02
    100g medium cotton yarn in white color
  • 03
    Small amount of light cotton yarn in black for embroidery
  • 04
    Small amount of light cotton yarn in yellow for decorative bow

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm for blanket body
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2mm for head and legs
  • 03
    Crochet hook size 1mm for little bow
  • 04
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 05
    Tapestry needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Stitch markers (optional but helpful)

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— Body or Blanket :

Note :

The whole piece is crocheted on the back loop

Round 1 :

Start with a magic ring, ch 1 and 11 hdc, close with sl st (12 hdc)

Round 2 :

Ch 2, 1 hdc in the same stitch, hdc inc in the next 11 stitches, close with sl st (24hdc)

Round 3 :

Ch 2, 1 inc of hdc, *1hdc, 1inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (36 hdc)

Round 4 :

Ch 2, 1 hdc, 1 inc, *2 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (48 hdc)

Round 5 :

Ch 2, 2 hdc, 1 inc, *3 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (60 hdc)

Round 6 :

Ch 2, 3 hdc, 1 inc, *4 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (72 hdc)

Round 7 :

Ch 2, 4 hdc, 1 inc, *5 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (84 hdc)

Round 8 :

Ch 2, 5 hdc, 1 inc, *6 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (96 hdc)

Round 9 :

Ch 2, 6 hdc, 1 inc, *7 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (108 hdc)

Round 10 :

Ch 2, 7 hdc, 1 inc, *8 hdc, 1 inc in the next stitch*, close with sl st (120 hdc)

Info :

Keep crocheting with this frequency until you have 22cm of diameter

Curl Details :

On the rounds where the loops remained unworked, keep working below the first free loop, in the center of the beginning, to make the curls. Make 5 ch, 1 sl st in the next stitch and make 5 ch, 1 sl st again in all the loops, all the rounds

— Head :

Note :

With beige yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

1 sc, 1 inc (18)

Round 4 :

2 sc, 1 inc (24)

Round 5 :

3 sc, 1 inc (30)

Round 6 :

4 sc, 1 inc (36)

Round 7 :

5 sc, 1 inc (42)

Round 8 :

6 sc, 1 inc (48)

Round 9-14 :

48 sc (6 rounds) (48)

Round 15 :

6 sc, 1 dec (42)

Round 16 :

5 sc, 1 dec (36)

Round 17 :

36 sc (36)

Round 18 :

5 sc, 1 inc (42)

Round 19 :

6 sc, 1 inc (48)

Round 20 :

48 sc (48)

Round 21 :

Change colour to white and make all the next rounds on BLO, repeat 48 sc

Round 22-26 :

48 sc (5 rounds) (48)

Round 27 :

6 sc, 1 dec (42)

Round 28 :

5 sc, 1 dec (36)

Round 29 :

4 sc, 1 dec (30)

Round 30 :

3 sc, 1 dec (24)

Round 31 :

2 sc, 1 dec (18) Start stuffing

Round 32 :

1 sc, 1 dec (12)

Round 33 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

Close the opening with a tapestry needle. On the rounds where the loops remain unworked, make 3 ch, 1 sl st, as you did with the blanket part, working from top to bottom

— Embroidering the Eyes and Nose :

Nose :

With black embroidery thread, make a V shaped nose with the edges on rnd 8, 4 stitches apart, and the base on rnd 6. Then make a small vertical line of 2 stitches, starting on the base of the nose and going down

Eyes :

Embroider the eyes on rnd 14, each eye taking up 3 stitches. The distance between each eye is also 3 stitches. Then embroider the eyelashes as seen in the picture

— Ears :

Note :

It's 2 pieces for each ear - 1 piece in white, 1 piece in beige

Round 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

1 sc, 1 inc (18)

Joining :

With white yarn, join the 2 pieces, making 2 sc, 1 inc (24)

— Front Feet :

Note :

With beige yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

1 sc, 1 inc (18)

Round 4 :

2 sc, 1 inc (24)

Round 5 :

3 sc, 1 inc (30)

Round 6 :

4 sc, 1 inc (36)

Round 7-10 :

36 sc (4 rounds) (36)

Round 11 :

4 sc, 1 dec (30)

Round 12 :

3 sc, 1 dec (24)

Round 13-15 :

24 sc (3 rounds) (24)

Round 16 :

Change to white color, 24 sc BLO (24)

Round 17-18 :

24 sc (2 rounds) (24) Start stuffing

Round 19 :

2 sc, 1 dec (18)

Round 20 :

1 sc, 1 dec (12)

Round 21 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

Close the opening with a tapestry needle. On the rounds where the loops remain unworked, make 3 ch, 1 sl st, as you did with the blanket part, working from top to bottom

— Back Feet :

Note :

With beige yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

1 sc, 1 inc (18)

Round 4 :

2 sc, 1 inc (24)

Round 5-9 :

24 sc (5 rounds) (24)

Round 10 :

Change to color white 24 sc BLO

Round 11-12 :

24 sc (2 rounds) (24)

Round 13 :

2 sc, 1 dec (18) Start stuffing

Round 14 :

18 sc (18)

Round 15 :

1 sc, 1 dec (12)

Round 16 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

Close the opening with a tapestry needle. On the rounds where the loops remain unworked, make 3 ch, 1 sl st, as you did with the blanket part, working from top to bottom

— Tail :

Note :

With white yarn, BLO

Round 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3-4 :

12 sc (2 rounds) (12)

Info :

On the rounds where the loops remain unworked, make 3 ch, 1 sl st, as you did with the blanket part, working from top to bottom

— Little Bow :

Note :

With light cotton yellow yarn, hook size 1mm

Instructions :

Magic ring, ch 4, 3 tr, ch 4, 1 sl st inside the magic ring, ch 4, 3 tr, ch 4, 1 sl st inside the magic ring. Adjust the magic ring and leave a long tail to tie the center of the bow

— Assembly :

Final Steps :

Sew the head and the 4 legs on the edges of the blanket, on the top side where you made the curls. On the 6th round of the blanket, sew the tail

Assembly Instructions

  • Position the sheep head at one edge of the circular blanket on the side with the textured curls
  • Sew the head securely to the blanket edge using matching yarn and a tapestry needle with small stitches
  • Attach the two front feet to the blanket edges on either side of the head, spacing them evenly
  • Position and sew the two back feet opposite the head on the other side of the blanket
  • Locate the 6th round of the blanket body and securely attach the fluffy tail at this position
  • Sew the ears to the top sides of the sheep head, positioning them symmetrically for balance
  • Attach the tiny yellow bow to one ear as a decorative accent using the long yarn tail

Important Notes

  • 💡Always work the blanket body in back loops only to create the foundation for the textured curls
  • 💡Use hook sizes as specified - larger for the blanket, smaller for amigurumi parts to prevent stuffing from showing
  • 💡Crochet with tight tension throughout the amigurumi pieces to ensure filling remains hidden inside
  • 💡Complete all curl embellishments by working chains in the unworked front loops after finishing each section
  • 💡Stuff all body parts firmly but not overly tight to maintain proper shape and softness
  • 💡Embroider facial features carefully using the specified round numbers for accurate placement and symmetry
  • 💡Secure all pieces very firmly to the blanket as this will be used by babies and must be safe

This precious sheep security blanket pattern creates a timeless comfort item that babies will treasure for years. The combination of soft textures, sweet embroidered details, and the cuddly sheep design makes this more than just a blanket—it becomes a beloved companion. Working the unique textured curls teaches valuable techniques while creating that signature fluffy appearance that makes this piece so special. Perfect for baby showers, nursery gifts, or creating an heirloom keepsake. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🐑✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished security blanket be?

The circular blanket portion measures approximately 22cm (about 8.5 inches) in diameter when worked to the specified size, creating a perfect security blanket size for babies and toddlers to hold and cuddle.

Why do I need to use different hook sizes for this pattern?

Using a larger 3.5mm hook for the blanket creates a softer drape, while the smaller 2mm hook for the amigurumi parts ensures tight stitches that hide the stuffing completely. This creates better texture contrast and structural integrity.

Can I make this without the textured curls?

While you can skip the curls, they're the signature feature that gives this blanket its fluffy sheep-like appearance and tactile appeal. The video tutorial linked in the pattern makes adding curls much easier than it seems.

Is this pattern safe for babies?

Yes! The facial features are embroidered rather than using safety eyes or buttons, and all parts are securely sewn. However, always supervise babies with any handmade items and regularly check that all components remain firmly attached.

Can I use acrylic yarn instead of cotton?

Absolutely! While cotton is recommended for its softness and washability, a quality acrylic yarn works beautifully. Just ensure you maintain tight tension and choose a yarn weight appropriate for the hook sizes specified.

How do I wash the finished security blanket?

Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent, then lay flat to dry. If using 100% cotton yarn, you can machine wash on gentle cycle in a laundry bag, but hand washing will help maintain the fluffy curl texture longer.