The Yule Goat is a Scandinavian Christmas tradition based on Norse legends that goes back thousands of years. The goat is shown hooked with Ozark Handspun Yarn. Regardless of your family heritage, you can enjoy this charming symbol of the season that can be adapted to include a bag or basket full of holiday ornaments and trinkets  

This pattern is adapted from a painting by Swedish painter John Bauer.  The pattern was conceived and hooked by Susan Meadows. Photo credit: Baa Baa Barrett Woolen Designs & Such.