{"title":"Nathalie Amiel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the charming world of Nathalie Amiel, a distinct voice in the realm of arts and culture, particularly celebrated for her delightful crochet creations. With a passion that intertwines nature and art, Nathalie brings forth unique books that inspire creativity and nurture a love for crafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer collection includes favourites like \u003cem\u003eCrochet Dolls Inspired by Nature\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCrochet You!\u003c\/em\u003e. These books invite you on a journey where imagination blooms alongside intricate crochet patterns. Each page reveals Nathalie's keen eye for detail and her ability to transform simple threads into captivating, lifelike figures that echo the beauty of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an experienced crocheter or new to the craft, Nathalie Amiel's books offer clear guidance and artistic inspiration, making the art of crochet accessible and enjoyable for all. Dive into her creations and discover the joy of crafting beautiful, nature-inspired designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crochet-dolls-inspired-by-nature-by-nathalie-amiel-9781446314326","title":"Crochet Dolls Inspired by Nature","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrochet Dolls Inspired by Nature\u003c\/em\u003e by Nathalie Amiel is a unique crochet doll collection that combines environmental awareness with amigurumi crochet patterns to create nature-inspired dolls. The dolls represent the main elements of a healthy ecosystem and emphasize the importance of protecting our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach doll comes with its own small sidekick project. You can choose from The Lady of the Lakes with her turtle sidekick, or the Ocean King and his stingray. The author, Nathalie Amiel, is passionate about protecting the planet and has included information about the inspiration behind each design and how the dolls represent different elements of a healthy ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from the Tree Prince, the Lady of the Lake, the Flower Fairy, and the Sun Queen. Other dolls include the Ocean Mermaid King, who represents the importance of keeping our oceans healthy and raises awareness about global warming, the Mushroom Sprite, which highlights the significance of fungi for decomposition and recycling nutrients back into the food chain, and the Hummingbird Fairy, because birds are vital for spreading seeds and pollinating flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dolls are made using amigurumi crochet techniques, and there are step-by-step instructions and photographs for each design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nathalie Amiel is also the author of \u003cem\u003eCrochet You!\u003c\/em\u003e, a unique crochet title about creating bespoke dolls for all. She is very passionate about the environment and brings the same sensitivity and imagination to this subject as she did with \u003cem\u003eCrochet You!\u003c\/em\u003e You can find Nathalie on Instagram at @nathalies_dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853440241900,"sku":"9781446314326","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26138683482702.jpg?v=1759204092"},{"product_id":"crochet-you-by-nathalie-amiel-9781446309292","title":"Crochet You!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of mix and match crochet patterns allows you to make bespoke dolls that represent the special people in your life so that everyone feels represented and included. Representation matters when it comes to dolls for children—every child should be able to see themselves reflected in a doll, and research has shown that this can have a positive impact on a child's self-esteem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of amigurumi crochet patterns for dolls with different skin tones, hair types, body shapes, clothes, and accessories will allow you to make a doll to represent all children everywhere. Author and crochet designer, Nathalie Amiel, specialises in creating look-alike dolls that capture the spirit of the individual, and she is passionate about creating crochet dolls for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection of crochet patterns, she has designed a wide range of dolls, as well as their clothes and accessories, for you to use as a jumping-off point to create your own utterly unique dolls. None of the patterns have recommendations for yarn colours, so you are free to pick your own colours for hair and skin type. There are patterns for a variety of different hair types and styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNathalie has designed a pattern for a Down's syndrome doll and a doll with vitiligo, as well as a doll with prosthetic limbs; crutches; leg braces; hearing aids; feeding tubes, and eyeglasses. The collection also includes crochet patterns for a wheelchair, assistance dogs, and a special teddy bear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are step-by-step instructions and photographs for how to make the basic doll, which can then be adapted using the other patterns. You can then choose the doll's clothing from the crochet clothing patterns, and there is a wide variety of different garments to suit every doll, including underwear; t-shirt; pinafore; dungarees (overalls); pants (trousers); skirt, jumper, and various shoes and boots including Mary Janes, trainers, and boots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse this colourful collection to create an endless variety of dolls by mixing and matching the designs. There are no limits to the design variations, so you can create bespoke dolls for all the special people in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrochet You!\u003c\/em\u003e is authored by Nathalie Amiel, a designer\/maker of custom-made crochet dolls. She has created thousands of bespoke dolls that represent the specific diversity and uniqueness of her clients, and she aims to bring her knowledge and experience to a wider audience. 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