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This 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!
Chapter 1: Amigurumi Basics
* Introduces the concept of amigurumi, its origins, and essential techniques.
* Provides step-by-step instructions for making a basic amigurumi ring and single crochet stitch.
* Example: Create a simple ball by crocheting a chain of stitches, forming a ring, and single crocheting around the ring.
Chapter 2: Essential Stitches and Shapes
* Explores fundamental amigurumi stitches such as double crochet, half double crochet, and triple crochet.
* Explains how to create various shapes, including spheres, cones, and cylinders.
* Example: Make a cone-shaped ice cream cone by crocheting in a spiral using half double crochet stitches, increasing at specific intervals.
Chapter 3: Amigurumi Animals - Part 1
* Focuses on creating a variety of small and adorable animal designs.
* Provides detailed instructions for making animals such as a bunny, bear, and cat.
* Example: Craft a cute bunny by crocheting a sphere for the body, ears by crocheting ovals, and whiskers using yarn strands.
Chapter 4: Amigurumi Animals - Part 2
* Continues the exploration of animal designs, covering more advanced techniques.
* Includes instructions for making more complex animals, such as a giraffe, lion, and elephant.
* Example: Create a majestic giraffe by crocheting a long neck using double crochet stitches, adding a mane by crocheting a ring of double crochet stitches, and attaching brown spots to the body.
Chapter 5: Finishing Touches
* Discusses techniques for adding details and personalizing amigurumi animals.
* Covers embroidery, sewing, and attaching accessories to complete the designs.
* Example: Embroider eyes and a mouth onto a cat amigurumi, or attach a small scarf to enhance its cuteness.
Chapter 6: Patterns and Inspiration
* Provides patterns for additional amigurumi animals, including a penguin, owl, and fox.
* Offers tips and ideas for creating unique and personalized designs.
* Example: Customize the instructions for the penguin pattern by adding different colored stripes to its body or creating a winter hat to make it more festive.
