Marvin the Sleepy Sheep is an intermediate pattern.
It is part of the ebook ‘Sleepy Sheep, Adventures in Bulky Yarn’

Ever wondered what else you can make with those thicker yarns? Well here I’ve compiled a collection of patterns for you to enjoy. You’re going to adore working up these cuties! All are made using bulky and super bulky yarns making them really quick to come together and resulting in a toy just right for cuddling! Each toy is worked to ensure there is no fiddle or fuss with these thicker yarns.

Also included in this book are some hints and tips to get the best results possible as well as conversion lists, detailed photos and lots of handy information to help you through. Whether new to crochet or an old hand, you’ll love my latest collection.

US terms used.

Small amount of sewing of pieces required.
Legs and tail are crocheted with the body as you go.
The pattern is worked in continuous rounds/spirals of single crochet. You will need to know how to do single crochet, work in back loops, single crochet, slip stitch, increases and decreases.

Gauge is not important. Finished size if made using yarn and hook suggested will give a sheep that’s approx. 29.5cm/12inches.

Please feel free to sell the items made from this pattern but please don’t mass produce them. Please credit me with the pattern design.
Do not resell this pattern.

Requirements
4mm and 5mm hook or size needed so that no holes appear in stitches through which stuffing may show.
12ply/Bulky yarns in the following colours:
MC (Main colour) – White
CC1 (Contrast colour) – Red
Super Bulky novelty yarn in the following colours:
CC2 – Cream
Small length of 8ply/Dk in black for nose detail
Size 14mm safety eyes
Needle for joining pieces
Needle with large eye for tying off novelty yarn
Stuffing