I’m so glad you’re here to get crafty with me! Today, we’re making a super cuddly lamb wreath using one of my favorite materials – chunky yarn. This project is part of our Easter Egg-Stravaganza Series, and it’s honestly one of the happiest projects I’ve ever done. Check out the step-by-step livestream below:

Materials You’ll Need

I love a good deal, so most of these items came straight from the dollar store!

• 14-inch Wire Wreath Frame (Dollarama or Dollar Tree)
• White Chunky Yarn (I used about half a large ball)
• Black Yarn (for the limbs)
• Black Felt (for the face)
• Cardstock or a File Folder (to stiffen the face)
• Googly Eyes (the bigger, the cuter!)
• Black Pom Poms (pre-made or make your own)
• White Acrylic Paint (for the little mouth)
• Hot Glue Gun & Finger Protectors
• Mod Podge, Paint Brush, Scissors
  

Step 1: Wrap Your Wreath Base

We’ll start by securing the end of the white chunky yarn to the wire frame. I like to use a bit of hot glue to get it started, but you can also tie a knot or just wrap over it.The trick here is to wrap the yarn evenly around the entire frame. Don’t pull too tight – we want that plush, “wool” look! IHC Quick Tip: Always keep track of your ball of yarn as you go so you don’t end up with a giant knot.You’ve been warned!

Step 2: Create a Sturdy Lamb Face

I’ve provided a free downloadable stencil for the lamb’s head, but I actually found that making it a tiny bit bigger than the printout looked even better on a 14-inch wreath.

To make sure the face doesn’t flop, trace the stencil onto a piece of cardstock or an old file folder. Use Mod Podge to glue black felt onto the cardstock, then trim around the edges once it’s dry. This gives you a professional-looking base that’s still easy to cut.

Step 3: Add the Personality

Now for the fun part!

• The Topknot: Wrap some white yarn around your hand, tie it in the middle, and cut the loops to create a messy “poof” for the lamb’s forehead.
• The Eyes: Apply a pool of glue to the felt first, then set your googly eyes into it. This prevents you from dropping gluey eyes onto your project!
• The Smile: Use a skinny paintbrush and a bit of white acrylic paint to add a sweet little “Y” shaped nose and mouth.
  

Step 4: Braiding the Limbs

We’re going for those long, floopy legs you see on boutique stuffed animals. Cut several strands of black yarn (longer for the legs, shorter for the arms) and braid them together.

Tie a knot at the top to secure them and attach a black pom pom to the bottom of each braid. I like to tie the pom poms on with a few extra knots to make sure those “hooves” aren’t going anywhere!

Step 5: The Final Assembly

Flip your wreath over and determine where you want your lamb’s head to sit. I found that placing it slightly lower on the wreath gave it a really sweet, weighted look. Glue the braided arms and legs to the back of the wreath frame using a generous pool of hot glue. IHC Quick Tip: Use your silicone finger protectors to press the yarn into the glue so it stays perfectly level.

Conclusion

He’s the happiest little lamb that ever was! This project proves that you don’t need expensive materials to create something beautiful for your home. If you ran into any trouble or want to see how I made this super cute wreath step-by-step check out the livestream replay:

I’d love to see your version! Did you give your lamb a little painted smile, or did you leave it simple? Let me know in the comments over on the channel!

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