This sock-inspired stuffed sheep is cuddly and adorable! A perfect Easter gift for any child. (Lion Brand Yarn)

Lion Brand Pattern #: 90572AD
CORRECTIONS: (applied Nov 20, 2012)

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate +

Wool-Ease® (Article #620)
2 colors, 1 ball each
Shown in Fisherman & Oxford Grey

Knitting Needles - Size 5 [3.75 mm]
Double-Pointed Needles - Size 5
Split Ring Stitch Markers
Cable needle
Small amount of contrast yarn
Fiberfill stuffing
Small piece of black or brown felt
Sewing needle and thread

Special Stitches:
Cable Cast On
RT (Right Twist)
1/1 LPC (1 over 1 left purl cross)
1/1 RPC (1 over 1 right purl cross)
Moss Stitch (4-rows)

If desired, 2 double pointed needles can be substituted for straight knitting needles.

Body and legs are worked back and forth in rows; head is worked in a similar way to knitting a sock; arms, ears and tail are worked in the round.

Cable pattern chart is provided.

Some construction required to finish.

The pattern is also available from the Interweave site. The direct download is here.

Sock Critters in the set:
90465AD Poochie Pup Sock Critter
90569AD Bouncy Bunny Sock Critter
90570AD Tubby Teddy Sock Critter
90571AD Purrfect Kitty Sock Critter
90572AD Little Lamb Sock Critter
90696AD Little Lion Sock Critter