8 patterns to embrace your inner sloth

Sloths have (slowly) won over the hearts of the world! And what’s not to love about these weirdly cute animals with their button eyes and long claws? We are embracing our inner sloth and showing you our 8 favourite knitting and crochet sloth patterns, accompanied by amazing sloth facts!

Cedric the sloth shopper by Irene Strange

Ever dreamt of taking your very own sloth buddy wherever you go? Well, it doesn’t have to stay a dream anymore with this amazing pattern by Irene Strange.

Cedric The Sloth Shopper By Irina

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Sloths spend most of their time in trees, but they probably won’t mind swapping them for an arm for some time!

Stevie sloth by Cilla Webb

This laid-back buddy is Stevie, and a FREE pattern by Cilla. Why not use a few of the many brown and beige shades in Paintbox Yarns Simply DK to knit him up - don't forget to use safety eyes if you are making him for a child!

Stevie Sloth By Independent Designer

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Cuddle-sized zippy the sloth by Holly Salzman

Sloths come in all shapes and sizes! Zippy’s size is perfect for a cuddly companion for all ages. The crochet pattern by Holly Salzman is perfect for everyone.

Cuddle-Sized Zippy the Sloth By Holly Lanier

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Did you know sloths live up to 30 years and even longer in captivity?

Sloth by MysteriousCats

This cute amigurumi sloth by Ana Y is called Nacho! This name doesn’t reflect his favorite food though: A sloth’s diet consists mostly of leaves – one of the reasons why they haven’t got much energy and are so slow.

Sloth By Independent Designer

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Tinsel sloth by Fiona Goble

Another reason to love tinsel yarns - just look at the effect it gives when knitted up to make Fiona's sloth! Get your claws on some brown and gold shades of King Cole Tinsel Chunky to make yourself a sparkly friend!

Tinsel Sloth By Fiona Goble

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Sleepy Simon sleep mask by PenniesfromDevon

Here's a FREE pattern to help you to hit snooze and stay in bed! To keep the comfort levels high, PenniesfromDevon used the soft and smooth Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK.

Sleepy Simon Sloth Sleep Mask By PenniesfromDevon

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Sloths actually only sleep for about 10 hours a day – we reckon we could beat that!

Sloth blanket by The Almond Snug

Unleash your inner sloth and spend a lazy day on the sofa under this blanket by The Almond Snug. The adorable motif and super soft DMC Natura Just Cotton yarn it's made in will make the idea of getting up simply preposterous!

Sloth Afghan Blanket By Dawn

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Despite being usually really slow and therefore safest on a tree, sloths can actually swim really well and love to be in water!

Sloth socks by Renee Kies

We know, technically this is not a pattern for a sloth, but we just couldn't resist such a comfy looking sock pattern! These socks are one of many fantastic patterns designed by Renee. We think they are best worn when doing your impression of a sloth - with your feet up and resting on the sofa!