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The softest wool from the coolest sheep!
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100% Merino Wool.
Get yarning with Chic Sheep and give yourself a treat! You’ll love knitting and crocheting with these happy colors that combine with each other so effortlessly. The merino wool is wonderfully soft to the touch and is simply a joy to use. This look book features 12 of our favorite knit and crochet projects using Chic Sheep. Be inspired by these designs by Marly Bird and a few of her designing friends.
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12 6 Entwined Chic Cable Sweater 8 Feather Chic Sweater 10 Lazy Day Chic Sweater
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12 Medley Merino Chic Scarf 14 Roulette Chic Cowl 16 Chic and Strong Crescent Shawl
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18 Margaux Chic Shawl 20 Perfectly Panache Chic Poncho 22 Casual Chic Vest 24 Entwined Chic Cabled Hat 26 Road to Success Chic Hat
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This cowl-neck sweater features loads of texture and a flattering high-low hemline. The gorgeous entwined cable is crocheted with an interesting combination of stitches.
Entwined Chic Cable Sweater LW5899 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Jennifer Pionk
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) balls 5360 Suede Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5 mm [US I-9] for ribbing on body, 5 mm [US H-8] for body and sleeve, 4 mm [US G-6] for ribbed cuff, 5 mm [US H-8] and 6 mm [US J-10] for cowl Yarn needle Stitch Markers Rust Proof Pins Spray Bottle
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Feel at ease but very stylish in this zigzag textured pullover with unstructured rolled edges. Wear it with the matching cowl whenever you need some extra coziness.
Feather Chic Sweater & Removable Cowl LW5907 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 8 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) balls 5640 Platinum Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 16” (40.5 cm) Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Yarn needle Circular Knitting Needled: 5mm [US 8] 32” (81.5 cm), Spare needle for bind-off, one size larger than main needle (optional)
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Whether spending your off-time holed up reading a book or out-and-about doing fun things (or errands), this roomy hooded sweater is a comfy choice. Knit using a simple Double Moss Stitch, this pattern is written for a super range of seven sizes!
Lazy Day Chic Sweater LW5906 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 9 (10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 17) balls 5390 Lipstick Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 40” (101.5 cm) Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Stitch holders Yarn needle Six (6) 2” (5 cm) toggle buttons
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Get your hands on this happy combination of soft merino wool and crochet this colorful scarf. The pretty striped stitch pattern is perfectly finished with a crab stitch edge.
Medley Merino Chic Scarf LW5909 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 2 balls 5316 Linen A, and 1 ball each 5327 Mai Tai B, 5693 Poolside C, 5687 VIP D, 5254 Sunset E, and 5681 Suite F Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] Yarn needle
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Using wonderful colors and this quality merino wool yarn takes away any chance of not loving this cowl. Created with a diamond stitch pattern it is knit in the round.
Roulette Chic Cowl LW5912 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 1 ball each 5907 Sangria A, 5312 Stiletto B, 5640 Platinum C, 5641 Sterling D, 5316 Linen E and 5311 Lace F Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 24” (61 cm) Susan Bates® split lock stitch markers Yarn needle Spare needle for bind-off, one size larger than main needle (optional)
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Looking to create a boost to your style? This crescentshaped pattern features softly shaded stripes and is graced with a beautiful scalloped edging. Crochet it in any two colors that make you smile!
Chic and Strong Crescent Shawl LW5905 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Rohn Strong
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 3 balls of each 5360 Suede A and 5327 Mai Tai B Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] Yarn needle Stitch Markers
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An elegant stitch pattern combined with the soft, smooth merino wool is a recipe for a stunning shawl. Crochet it in your favorite shade of Chic Sheep and enjoy!
Margaux Chic Shawl LW6126 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Rebecca Velasquez
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep™: 5 balls of each 5311 Lace Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9] Yarn needle Stitch Markers
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Ooh! Everyone will enjoy having this poncho as the perfect layer of warmth and style. The one size fit makes it easy to crochet for gifting.
Perfectly Panache Chic Poncho LW5901 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Kristin Omdahl
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 10 balls of 5619 Regal Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Yarn needle Stitch Markers
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This longer length vest is given an elegant edge with the addition of the lacy lapel. It’s fresh and breezy in white, but just as wonderful if you’d like to knit it with any of the wonderful shades of Chic Sheep!
Casual Chic Vest LW5896 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Brooke Nico
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 5 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10) balls 5311 Lace Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] 16” (40.5 cm) and 24” (61 cm) Yarn needle
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A combination of twisting cables and a luxury merino wool yarn come together in this fun to crochet hat. Cozy earflaps extend into braids with sumptuous pompoms at the ends!
Entwined Chic Cable Hat LW5900 INTERMEDIATE Designed by Jennifer Pionk
What you will need: RED HEART® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 2 balls of 5254 Sunset Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8] Susan Bates® Yarn needle Stitch markers Susan Bates® Easy Pompon Maker
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Take a trip with a cable twist hat that sports slouchy comfort and a pompom to finish it off. Choose any color that makes you happy while you knit and wear this clever look.
Road to Success Chic Hat LW5910 EASY Designed by Marly Bird
What you will need: Red Heart® Chic Sheep by Marly Bird™: 1 ball 5632 Polo 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 Pompon Maker, 2” (5 cm) diameter Yarn needle Cable 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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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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