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Anyone who knows me knows that I absolutely love stripes (I won’t even say how many striped shirts I have in my closet)! This love extends to amigurumi as well. The first time I saw Yan Schenkel’s Pica Pau characters with their crochet striped clothes, I swooned. But crocheting all those stripes means lots of…
Ask any crocheter her feelings about crochet hooks and you’re likely to hear some strong opinions. Of all the supplies we use, I think our hooks are what we’re the most choosy about. With so many options, which are the best crochet hooks for amigurumi? First things first – there are no “bad” or “wrong”…
So, you’ve diving headfirst into the world of amigurumi and you need to know which yarn to use? You’ve come to the right place! After years of designing and making amigurumi, I’ve developed some pretty strong opinions about which yarns work best (and…worst). That being said, there is no “wrong” yarn. But when it comes…
When you’re reading a crochet pattern, you’ll often come across directions telling you to “fasten off”, or even just using the abbreviation “FO.” What does this mean, and how can you best fasten off when you’re making amigurumi? Fastening off means cutting your project from the yarn in a way that its stitches won’t start…
Need a quick and easy project for Valentine’s Day? Crochet these stuffed amigurumi hearts!
Learn about my top tips and tricks for mastering amigurumi – the art of crocheted toys.
When I was a new crocheter, I fell in love with amigurumi. I quickly learned that the magic ring was an important skill for my new hobby, and now I use this technique all the time! This beginner-friendly guide will teach you how to crochet a magic ring with ease, too. Why is the magic…
As you’ve begun reading crochet patterns, perhaps you’ve come across directions that say “FLO”. What does this abbreviation mean? It refers to crocheting in the front loop only and I can walk you through exactly how to do it. All basic crochet stitches result in making the vertical post of the stitch and the top…
Have you come across the abbreviation “BLO” in a crochet pattern? This shorthand stands for “back loop only” and it’s a great technique to master. Learning about crocheting in the back loop only will open up a bunch of new possibilities for you in your projects! The good news? Crocheting in the back loop only…
Are you a plant lover? I’ve got the perfect crochet plant holder pattern for you today. And yes, it’s a snail! I love keeping plants in the house, and although I’ve killed a few, I’ve gotten much better! Plant pot covers can be a fun way to add a little more of your personality around…