{"id":1354,"date":"2026-03-23T15:56:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T19:56:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/?p=1354"},"modified":"2026-03-23T16:05:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T20:05:01","slug":"free-easter-black-sheep-mug-crochet-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/23\/free-easter-black-sheep-mug-crochet-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Easter Black Sheep Mug Crochet Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Free Easy Easter Crochet Pattern\" class=\"wp-image-1361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-113x150.jpeg 113w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0069-1140x1520.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring is in the air, and that means it\u2019s time for another mug for the Easter play kitchen (see the <a href=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/13\/easter-bunny-crochet-mug-free-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Easter Bunny Crochet Mug \u2013 Free Pattern\">Bunny<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/13\/easter-chick-crochet-mug-free-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Easter Chick Crochet Mug \u2013 Free Pattern\">Chick<\/a> Mugs)! This Easter Black Sheep mug crochet pattern\u00a0is the perfect quick and quirky seasonal project. Designed with beginners in mind, this free crochet pattern is a great addition to pretend play setups, Easter baskets, or spring d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern is also a great way to use up small amounts of specialty yarn\u2014especially if you have leftovers of\u00a0Lion Brand<em> Feels Like Bliss Faux Fur Yarn<\/em>\u00a0from previous projects (like a <a href=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/14\/fluffy-snowman-crochet-pattern-video-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Fluffy Snowman Crochet Pattern \u2013 Video Tutorial\">fluffy snowman<\/a>!). The soft, textured fur adds just the right amount of fluff to give your sheep its signature look, while keeping the project simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re building a festive Easter play kitchen, creating handmade gifts, or just looking for a unique crochet mug pattern, this little black sheep is sure to stand out in the cutest way. Keep reading for the full free pattern and step-by-step instructions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Materials:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3mm hook&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Black, brown, and white yarn. I used light (3) acrylic yarn.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small amount of faux fur yarn in white. I used Lion Brand Feel Like Bliss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stuffing material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Needle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stitch marker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Finished size:<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Approx. 10cm tall by 13cm wide (including handle).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Terms and abbreviations (US Terms):<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chain (ch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Single crochet (sc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase (inc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invisible Decrease (dec)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front Loops Only (FLO)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pattern Notes:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>-This pattern is worked in continuous rounds. There is no need to join with a slip stitch at the end of each round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-When changing colour, be sure to switch mid stitch. To do so, insert your hook with&nbsp;<strong>Colour A<\/strong>&nbsp;in the stitch before the colour change, yarn over pulling two loops of colour A, then switch colour and yarn over with&nbsp;<strong>Colour B<\/strong>. See tutorial <a href=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/how-to-colour-change\/\" title=\"How to Colour Change\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Easter Black Sheep Mug Crochet Pattern\" class=\"wp-image-1357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-113x150.jpeg 113w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0121-1140x1520.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mug:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 1: In black, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 2: Inc around. (12)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (18)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (24)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 6: (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (36)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 7: (5 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (42)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 8: (6 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (48)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 9: (7 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (54)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rounds 10-16: Sc around. (54)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 17: Join white faux fur, in the FLO (7 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (48)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 18: (6 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (42)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 19: (5 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (36)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 20: In the FLO, sc around. Cut off. (36)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Coffee:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 1: In brown, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 2: Inc around. (12)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (18)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (24)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 6: (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. Cut off leaving a long tail for sewing. (36)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Handle:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Round 1: In black, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rounds 2-20: Sc around. Cut off leaving a long tail for sewing. (6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eyes (Make two):<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In white, ch 3. Sc in the second ch from the hook, 3 sc in the next stitch, continuing on the other side of the chain, sc in the next stitch, slip stitch in the first sc to create an oval. Tie off leaving a long tail for sewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ears:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In black, ch 10. Sc in second ch from hook, sc in the next stitch, hdc in the next 6 stitches, 3 sc in the last stitch, continuing on the other side of the chain, hdc in the next 6 stitches, sc in the next stitch, slip stitch in the last stitch, slip stitch in the first sc to close. Cut off and leave a long tail for sewing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Easter Black Sheep Mug Crochet Pattern\" class=\"wp-image-1358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-113x150.jpeg 113w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0096-1140x1520.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>To assemble:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>-Put stuffing into the mug and stitch the coffee inside the mug in the back loops created in round 20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Attach the handle to the side of the mug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Attach the ears and the eyes to the mug and add black stitching to create pupils.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1833\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-scaled.jpeg 1833w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-215x300.jpeg 215w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-733x1024.jpeg 733w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-107x150.jpeg 107w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-768x1073.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-1100x1536.jpeg 1100w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-1466x2048.jpeg 1466w, https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0084-1140x1592.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1833px) 100vw, 1833px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Crocheted Easter Play Kitchen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you enjoyed this free Easter Black Sheep Mug Crochet Pattern. I would be so thrilled to see your creations so please be sure to tag me on Instagram&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/baubles_and_yarn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@baubles_and_yarn<\/a>&nbsp;so I can see and share them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This pattern was designed by Baubles and Yarn. You may sell finished items made from this pattern but please include credits to Baubles and Yarn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until next time, happy crocheting!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spring is in the air, and that means it\u2019s time for another mug for the Easter play kitchen (see the Bunny and Chick Mugs)! This Easter Black Sheep mug crochet pattern\u00a0is the perfect quick and quirky seasonal project. Designed with beginners in mind, this free crochet pattern is a great addition to pretend play setups, Easter baskets, or spring d\u00e9cor. This pattern is also a great way to use up small amounts of specialty yarn\u2014especially if you have leftovers of\u00a0Lion Brand Feels Like Bliss Faux Fur Yarn\u00a0from previous projects (like a fluffy snowman!). The soft, textured fur adds just the right amount of fluff to give your sheep its signature look, while keeping the project simple. Whether you\u2019re building a festive Easter play kitchen, creating handmade gifts, or just looking for a unique crochet mug pattern, this little black sheep is sure to stand out in the cutest way. Keep reading for the full free pattern and step-by-step instructions! Materials: Finished size: Approx. 10cm tall by 13cm wide (including handle). Terms and abbreviations (US Terms): Pattern Notes: -This pattern is worked in continuous rounds. There is no need to join with a slip stitch at the end of each round. -When changing colour, be sure to switch mid stitch. To do so, insert your hook with&nbsp;Colour A&nbsp;in the stitch before the colour change, yarn over pulling two loops of colour A, then switch colour and yarn over with&nbsp;Colour B. See tutorial here. Mug: Round 1: In black, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6) Round 2: Inc around. (12) Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (18) Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (24) Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (30) Round 6: (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (36) Round 7: (5 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (42) Round 8: (6 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (48) Round 9: (7 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (54) Rounds 10-16: Sc around. (54) Round 17: Join white faux fur, in the FLO (7 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (48) Round 18: (6 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (42) Round 19: (5 sc, 1 dec) repeat around. (36) Round 20: In the FLO, sc around. Cut off. (36) Coffee: Round 1: In brown, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6) Round 2: Inc around. (12) Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (18) Round 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (24) Round 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (30) Round 6: (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. Cut off leaving a long tail for sewing. (36) Handle: Round 1: In black, 6 sc in a magic circle. (6) Rounds 2-20: Sc around. Cut off leaving a long tail for sewing. (6) Eyes (Make two): In white, ch 3. Sc in the second ch from the hook, 3 sc in the next stitch, continuing on the other side of the chain, sc in the next stitch, slip stitch in the first sc to create an oval. Tie off leaving a long tail for sewing. Ears: In black, ch 10. Sc in second ch from hook, sc in the next stitch, hdc in the next 6 stitches, 3 sc in the last stitch, continuing on the other side of the chain, hdc in the next 6 stitches, sc in the next stitch, slip stitch in the last stitch, slip stitch in the first sc to close. Cut off and leave a long tail for sewing.&nbsp; To assemble:&nbsp; -Put stuffing into the mug and stitch the coffee inside the mug in the back loops created in round 20. -Attach the handle to the side of the mug. -Attach the ears and the eyes to the mug and add black stitching to create pupils.&nbsp; -Enjoy! I hope you enjoyed this free Easter Black Sheep Mug Crochet Pattern. I would be so thrilled to see your creations so please be sure to tag me on Instagram&nbsp;@baubles_and_yarn&nbsp;so I can see and share them.&nbsp; This pattern was designed by Baubles and Yarn. You may sell finished items made from this pattern but please include credits to Baubles and Yarn. Until next time, happy crocheting!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1361,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"yes","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,36],"tags":[11,33,30,29,49],"class_list":["post-1354","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-free-patterns","tag-crochet","tag-crochet-mug","tag-crochet-pattern","tag-easter","tag-easter-crochet"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1354","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1354"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1354\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1368,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1354\/revisions\/1368"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1361"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1354"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1354"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baublesandyarn.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1354"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}