Sheep Shoulder Bag by Helen Kirkman

Sheep Shoulder Bag

Crochet
August 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Loop stitch in 3cm loops
4.0 mm (G)
634 - 656 yards (580 - 600 m)
one size
UK
English
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Bring the joy of the Cumbrian Fells everywhere you go with this delightful Herdwick Sheep styled shoulder bag. This pattern is adapted from a popular Tea cosy design from WoodAndWools.

The 18 page pattern is presented in a step by step guide with illustrative photographs.

Finished size is approx: 30cm x 32cm, shoulder straps 82cm and can be lengthened or shortened to suit.

Written in English with UK Crochet terminology

Skill Level: Intermediate
Knowledge required of CH, DC, Htr, working in rounds, Increase & Decrease, Amigurumi and Loop Stitch. Techniques are explained about Loop Stitch including references to online tutorials.

Materials
4mm crochet hook
Darning Needle
250g EMU Classic Aran with Wool Tweed for cover colour Pebble recommended)
26g EMU Classic Aran wool in Cream for Sheep’s head & ears
Small amount of Black wool for embroidery on snout
2 x 10mm toy safety eyes
Decorative Button (15 -20mm)
Fiberfill for head
Stitch markers
Tape measure