Cute Little Lamb Amigurumi – Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Toys_Vera Crochet
Instagram: @toys_vera
Difficulty Level: Beginner
A sweet farmhouse-inspired amigurumi project to add a warm handmade touch to your crochet time.
This free little lamb amigurumi pattern creates a soft and cuddly sheep using smooth yarn together with plush or velour yarn for added texture. With its gentle expression and rounded shape, this lamb is perfect for DIY Crochet Gift Ideas, baby shower presents, nursery decor, and spring or Easter displays. You will also find inspiring lamb amigurumi ideas shared at the end of the pattern, and we sincerely thank the designer (YouTube) for sharing this charming sheep design. It also pairs beautifully with a mini bunny amigurumi for seasonal gift sets.
This is a beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern written in a clear and easy format using basic stitches only. The simple construction makes it approachable and enjoyable for relaxed crochet sessions. Difficulty Level: Beginner, and it naturally fits into Easy Crochet Projects and Quick to Make Amigurumi collections.
The finished size is approximately 19 cm when using a 2.75 mm crochet hook, though size may vary depending on yarn and tension. The pattern uses smooth acrylic or cotton-blend yarn combined with plush yarn, along with safety eyes or half beads, satin ribbon, fiberfill stuffing, and basic tools. If you enjoy soft animal toys, you may also like this cute baby elephant amigurumi, another sweet project shared on our blog. At the end of the pattern, you will also find related amigurumi ideas for more inspiration.
Materials
• Smooth yarn (acrylic or cotton blend)
• Plush or velour yarn
• Crochet hook 2.75 mm
• Safety eyes or half beads
• Satin ribbon for decoration
• Needle and scissors
• Fiberfill stuffing
Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
inc – increase
dec – decrease
(…) x n – repeat the instructions in parentheses n times
( ) – number of stitches in the round
LAMB AMIGURUMI FREE CROCHET PATTERN
Arms (make 2)
Using smooth yarn
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3–R5: 12 sc
R6: (dec, 4 sc) x 2 (10)
R7–R11: 10 sc
Stuff lightly.
R12: (dec, 3 sc) x 2 (8)
R13: 8 sc
Do not stuff the upper part of the arms. Fasten off.
Legs (make 2)
Using smooth yarn
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3–R7: 12 sc
Fasten off the first leg.
Do not cut yarn on the second leg.
Join legs with ch 3 and continue to body.
Body
R1: 12 sc around first leg, 3 sc on chain, 12 sc around second leg, 3 sc on chain (30)
Change to plush yarn.
R2–R3: 30 sc
R4: 2 dec evenly placed (28)
R5: 28 sc
R6: 2 dec evenly placed (26)
R7: 26 sc
R8: 2 dec evenly placed (24)
R9: 24 sc
R10: 2 dec evenly placed (22)
R11: 22 sc
R12: (dec, 4 sc, dec, 3 sc) x 2 (18)
Stuff body and legs.
Change back to smooth yarn and attach arms while crocheting.
R13: 18 sc
R14: (dec, sc) x 6 (12)
R15: 12 sc
Head
Continue working.
R1: (inc, sc) x 6 (18)
R2: (sc, inc, sc) x 6 (24)
R3: (inc, 3 sc) x 6 (30)
R4: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) x 6 (36)
R5–R13: 36 sc
R14: (dec, 4 sc) x 6 (30)
R15: (dec, 3 sc) x 6 (24)
R16: (dec, 2 sc) x 6 (18)
Stuff neck firmly, then stuff head.
R17: (dec, sc) x 6 (12)
R18: dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off and close opening.
Attach safety eyes. Embroider facial details as desired.
Hat
Using plush yarn
R1: 8 sc in MR (8)
R2: inc x 8 (16)
R3: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
R4: (5 sc, inc) x 4 (28)
R5–R9: 28 sc
Sew hat to head.
Ears (make 2)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3–R10: 12 sc
Fold and sew to head.
Tail
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc, 2 sc) x 2 (8)
R3–R5: 8 sc
Sew to back.
Copyright & Credits
This pattern is designed by toys_vera and is shared for personal use only; it may not be redistributed, copied, or republished in any form. You may sell finished toys made from this pattern, but please credit the designer by tagging @toys_vera and linking to their social media when sharing your work.
Cute Little Lamb Amigurumi Ideas for Baby Shower and Nursery
