Amigurumi is a Japanese art of crocheting or knitting stuffed toy animals. I first tried to do it years ago but did not succeed too well. I just couldn't get the hang of it. Last week (whilst procrastinating about cutting squares for a quilt!) I decided to sit down and give it another go. I had picked up Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts!: Amigurumi at the library and I couldn't resist trying to make some of these gorgeous little guys. As you can see, my attempt at the little bear wasn't very good but for my first (real) try it wasn't too bad. The book itself was fantastic. Clear instructions and simple to understand patterns made it so much easier. I'm going to buy a copy of the book once I take this back to the library because I can see myself making many more of these cute toys.
This little guy was my next attempt. I was experimenting with different wool/cottons and only wanted to use what I had in my cupboard. I had 'inherited' lots of crochet cottons and wool from my Grandmother so I am trying to avoid buying anymore. This pattern was from here. Take a look and you can find LOTS of free patterns to try.
Here is the latest addition. I can't show this one to Emily as it's a gift for someone and she will want to keep it for herself (because you know... it's PINK!)
Awww.. cute little face..
So that's what I've been up to this week. Lots more crafting going on but I've just got to get motivated to take photos!
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