Description
Book SynopsisThis charming book is full of wonderfully cute tiny animals, such as a dog, cat, camel, monkey and rabbit, that can be crocheted with small amounts of yarn in your stash - all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. The animals can be used to hang on keyrings, baby buggies, watches, bag pendants, as little toy figures for a doll's house, or whatever you like. There are 26 cute little amigurumi animals to choose from, so there is plenty of choice!
Trade ReviewFrom the jungle to the forest to the farm to your home, Abbondio's crochet book has crafters' need for cute crochet animals covered. Each of the 26 patterns have clear, easy-to-follow instructions, but American crocheters will have to "translate" the UK crochet terms into U.S. stitches before picking up their hook. Other than that slight hiccup, this book is perfect for crocheters new to amigurumi. The stitches are mostly single crochet with simple increases and decreases. Some design elements, such as the lion’s mane and the cow’s udders, require a slightly more complicated popcorn stitch. Even those who have never worked in the round before or made an adjustable ring will find that Abbondio’s patterns provide a great introduction to that work. Most of the animals share the same basic body pattern, with the giraffe, mouse, panda, and hedgehog standing as the outliers; each of these four has a unique body type. Experienced amigurumi makers will enjoy the cuteness as they quickly whip up these small and delightful creatures. A must-have for all library craft collections.
-- Lynnanne Pearson * Booklist *
Table of ContentsMaterials and tools 8
Patterns – intro 9
Crochet techniques 10
Rabbit 12
Dog (golden retriever) 14
Cat 15
Pig 16
Horse 17
Cow 18
Elk 22
Raccoon 24
Badger 25
Bear 26
Fox 27
Mole 28
Squirrel 29
Mouse 30
Hedgehog 31
Polar bear 32
Sloth 34
Camel 35
Koala 36
Monkey 37
Leopard 38
Giraffe 40
Lion 41
Rhinoceros 44
Panda 45
Elephant 46
