Sheep head to paint & craft – plywood cutout

The craft table is set and the paints are ready. In the middle, a wooden sheep head is waiting for a face. Maybe you want to paint it, stick things on it or simply leave it natural. The untreated wooden cutout takes paint, glue and oil easily. It's just right for your next crafting afternoon.

What changes for you

• You can get started straight away. The plywood is untreated, so you can paint, decorate, coat or oil it without any preparation.
• Your shape looks neat from the start. The smooth, laser-cut edges have the typical brown rim, which outlines the silhouette.
• You'll find exactly the size your project needs. The sheep head is available from 3 cm to 50 cm wide in 1 cm steps.
• Crafting with children, in a craft group or at nursery? You'll have enough for everyone with sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces.
• You are holding a piece of handcraft from Thuringia. It was made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck.

Why this wooden sheep head makes a difference in everyday life

Ready-made decorations look the same everywhere. A sheep head you design yourself carries your own style. You choose the colour, pattern and size. You get decorations that really suit your home, your celebration or your shop. The shape fits so many occasions that it stays with you all year round. Use it in your spring window, on the children's birthday table or in the nativity scene at Advent.

Material & finish

The sheep head is laser-cut from 3 mm thick plywood. This gives smooth edges without splinters and a clean, even shape that sits nicely in your hand. The wood is left untreated, neither varnished nor glazed, so you are free to design it as you like. Wood is a natural material and is never completely uniform. Brightness, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. That makes every cutout unique and is not a flaw.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: sheep head silhouette
• Width: 3 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a width of 10 cm, the height is 8 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges with the typical brown edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden sheep head

• Crafting with children: each child paints their own sheep head. In the end, a whole colourful flock hangs in the window.
• At Easter: put a few sheep heads in white and soft grey on the spring table. The table instantly looks lovingly set, without much decorating.
• During Advent: if you want to make Christmas decorations, little sheep can complete the nativity scene or decorate gift tags. Your wrapping becomes a small gift in itself.
• In a shop or farm shop: use sheep heads with writing on them as price tags or shelf decorations. Your goods look lovingly presented, and setting up is quick.
• As table scatter or card decoration: stick on or lay out the small sizes from 3 cm. Invitations, place cards and gifts then share one shape.

Good to know about the sheep

The sheep is one of humanity's oldest companions. It has always stood for gentleness and security. It belongs in the Christmas nativity scene, just as the lamb is a classic Easter symbol. That's why the sheep head suits not only spring decorations but also christenings, First Communion and Advent.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. Store the untreated cutout in a dry place and simply wipe it with a dry cloth when needed. Avoid constant moisture. This keeps the wood stable in shape and your painted sheep looking good for a long time. If you want to protect it permanently, you can coat or oil it after decorating.

Options & what's included

• Width of your choice: 3 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• Contents: sheep head cutout(s) made of plywood in your chosen size and quantity, untreated

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the sheep head? Yes. The wood is untreated and can be painted, decorated, coated or oiled. Paint and glue stick directly to the natural surface.

Why does the cutout have a brown edge? The sheep head is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown edge that outlines the silhouette. The edges are smooth and clean.

How tall is the sheep head at a given width? The height depends on the width. At 10 cm wide, the height is 8 cm.

Do all cutouts look exactly the same? The shape is always the same, but the wood isn't. As a natural material, it shows different shades, grain patterns and small knots. Every piece is unique.

Think of the moment your child proudly holds up the sheep they painted themselves. Or the moment your guests spot a detail on the table that they'll only find at yours. Simply choose the size and quantity that suit your project.