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The softest wool from the coolest sheep!
100% Merino Wool.
If you haven’t tried Chic Sheep yet, you are in for a treat! The merino wool is so wonderfully soft to the touch and is absolutely a joy to use. As a bonus, you can wash it without fear of shrinking. The happy vibrant shades and tasteful neutral hues combine effortlessly as you plan your knit or crochet projects. This look book features 16 Marly Bird approved knit and crochet projects using Chic Sheep. Many of them are designed by Marly and the others are by a few of her favorite designing friends. All patterns are free. Just click the pattern link and download! And if you don’t find Chic Sheep in your favorite yarn department, use the “Buy” button in the pattern to score some of your own Chic Sheep.
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Whether you choose to crochet our sweater in a bright or neutral shade, you’ll love having this unique layering piece in your wardrobe. Since it looks great on a wide range of sizes, the pattern is written for x-small through 5x-large.
Clementine Chic Sweater LW6125 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Rebecca Velasquez
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 4 (4, 5, 6, 7, 7, 8) balls of 5254 Sunset Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9] Yarn needle Stitch markers
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The classic neutral shades and comfortable fit of this sweater will please the man with impeccable style. The interest is at the chest with a Box Pattern that complements small to 3X sizes.
Structure Chic Sweater LW6127 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Therese Chynoweth
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10) balls 5365 Leather A, 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3) balls 5360 Suede B, and 1 ball 5316 Linen C Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] 16” (40 cm) Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Yarn needle
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A gorgeous color and wonderful voluminous size makes this the wrap you’ll love to wear over most anything. It’s knit in easy Stockinette stitch with a Garter stitch ruffle border that softens the edges.
Effortlessly Chic Ruana LW6137 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 9 (10, 12) balls 5619 Regal Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needle: 5 mm [US 8] 36” (101.5 cm) or longer Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Long stitch holder or scrap yarn Yarn needle
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It’s so satisfying to relax in a sweater that you knit with your own hands! We love the cool color blocking and stripes of color on the sleeve. Using this smooth, washable 100% Merino yarn ensures that this Henley-style sweater will feel good next to your skin.
Henley-etta Chic Sweater LW6136 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 7) balls 5360 Suede A, 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5) balls 5365 Leather B, 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3) 5316 Linen C, and 1 ball 5628 Vineyard D Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 40” (81.5 cm) Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Four (4) ¾” (2 cm) buttons Stitch holders Yarn needle
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Make waves as you crochet this gorgeous scarf! It looks great in neutrals, but can be fun in bright colors too. We love the way the striped colors blend into the fringe.
Victory Chic Scarf LW6189 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 1 ball each of 5312 Stiletto A, 5640 Platinum B, 5360 Suede C, 5311 Lace D Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] Yarn needle
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For Skater Chic Hat see page 25
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Using clusters and shells, this design takes the shawl to artistic heights. The pretty zigzag pattern is drapey enough to wear as a cozy scarf or elegant shawl.
Lafayette Chic Shawl LW6138 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 5 balls of 5687 VIP Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Yarn needle
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Spirited cables are the basis for this striking two-tone design. As you knit in the round, any color changes are made as if you are knitting a Fair Isle pattern. You’re sure to turn heads when you wear this comfy Chic Sheep hat!
Capriciously Chic Hat LW6190 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 1 ball each 5673 Fairy Tale A and 5622 Dragon Fruit B Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8], 16” (40.5 cm) Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Cable Needle Yarn needle
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This bright cabled hat will put you in an impulsive mood thanks to the spirited color choice and happy pompom! Of course, you can choose your own fun color from the gorgeous Chic Sheep color options! You’ll love watching this all-over cable texture appear as you knit!
Curvaceously Chic Hat LW6188 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 2 balls 5622 Dragon Fruit A, 1 ball 5312 Stiletto B, 5316 Linen C Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8], 16” (40.5 cm) Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Susan Bates® Easy Pom Pom Maker, 1½” (4 cm) diameter (optional) Cable Needle Yarn needle
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This colorful, gender-neutral knit hat gives you the perfect chance to use your color artistry. We show it in cool shades, but if warm shades or neutrals suit you better, then go for it!
Super Slouchy Chic Hat LW6199 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 1 ball each 5640 Platinum A, 5641 Sterling B, 5635 Creme de Mint C, and 5620 Green Tea D Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8] 16” (40 cm) Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set 5 mm [US 8] Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Yarn needle
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Whether for a skaterboy or a total nerd, this knit hat will please them all. Choose the colors they like to wear and be ready to make hats for all their friends too. The elastic band can be adjusted for comfort.
Skater Chic Hat LW6191 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 1 each ball 5360 Suede A, 5312 Stiletto B Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8], 16” (40.5 cm) Susan Bates® Double Pointed Needles: One set 5mm [US 8] Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Susan Bates® Easy Pom Pom Maker, 1½” (4 cm) diameter (optional) 22” (56 cm) in length with a ¼” (6 mm) wide elastic band Yarn needle
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Sophisticated accessorizing is yours, with just a few balls of yarn and purchased handles. The high contrast stripes are crocheted in continuous rounds, switching the color every three rounds. Accent your look with an optional tassel (or make a few tassels to switch out as desired).
Mod Chic Tote LW6132 BASIC Designed by Salena Baca
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 2 balls of 5312 Stiletto A and 1 ball of 5311 Lace B Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Split stitch marker Yarn needle Pair of 23” (58 cm) leather purse handles (with perforations for sewing) Sewing needle and matching thread 6” (15 cm) piece of cardboard for tassel (optional) Lobster claw key ring for tassel (optional) Contrasting yarn for tassel (optional)
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Use any of the colors of this soft wool yarn to knit great fitting socks. We’ve included both women’s and men’s sizes so they are ideal for gifts. Watch Marly’s “My First Knit Socks on Double Pointed Needles” video series along with this pattern for thorough step-by-step instructions.
My First Socks LW6073 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 2 balls 5693 Poolside Susan Bates® double pointed needles: One set 3.75mm [US 5] Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Susan Bates® extendable stitch holder (work-inprogress tube) (optional) Wooden sock blocker (optional) Yarn needle
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This modern throw is crocheted with a wonderful, interesting stitch pattern. Choose from the many shades of this soft pure merino yarn and create some hygge coziness for any resting spot in your home.
Hygge Chic Throw LW6133 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Salena Baca
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 17 balls of 5316 Linen Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Yarn needle VIEW PATTERN
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Try the Infinity Crochet technique as you crochet a pillow for any spot that needs a bit of hygge style and coziness. Choose from the many shades of this soft merino yarn and find the color that will put you in your happy place!
Hygge Chic Crochet Pillow LW6130 COMPLEX Designed by Briana Kepner
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 4 (5) balls 5628 Vineyard (shown on smaller pillow) or 5360 Suede (shown on larger pillow) Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] A pillow form either 18 x 18” (45.5 x 45.5 cm) or 20 x 20” (51 x 51 cm) Sewing pins Yarn needle
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The beautiful cable motif adds a peaceful hygge vibe to your bedroom or other restful location. Choose from the many shades of this soft merino yarn and find the color most likely to put you in a relaxed state of mind.
Hygge Chic Knit Pillow LW6129 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Briana Kepner
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 3 (4) balls 5619 Regal (shown on smaller pillow) or 5316 Linen (shown on larger pillow) Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5.5mm [US 9] Cable needle A pillow form either 18 x 18” (45.5 x 45.5 cm) or 20 x 20” (51 x 51 cm) Sewing pins Yarn needle
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Combine all the colors you love for a jazzy throw that has a happy vibe! Motifs are joined as you crochet them so that you don’t have to sew them all together at the end.
All That Chic Throw LW6134 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Salena Baca
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 1 ball of 5324 Mimosa A, 3 balls each of 5622 Dragon Fruit B, 5327 Mai Tai C, 5641 Sterling D, 5673 Fairy Tale E, 6 balls of 5640 Platinum F Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Yarn needle, 2” (2.5 cm) Pompom maker
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Chic Sheep is a gorgeous 100% Merino Wool yarn available in 24 vibrant shades, and you’ll love that it is machine washable too! It’s sure to become your go-to, worstedweight, natural-fiber yarn. Popular designer Marly Bird has created this color range for Red Heart incorporating her spirit of fun and happy design aesthetic. SHOP YARN
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