Mini Crochet Creatures: 30 Amigurumi Animals to Make

The interest in Japanese amigurumi is explored in miniature in this charming new title. Gorgeous and cute, these projects may be small but they are bursting with personality, making perfect gifts for friends and family. These tiny creatures can be used in a variety of imaginative ways— as key rings, jewellery accessories, or just displayed as adorable trinkets in their own right.

All the basic crochet techniques you will need are clearly explained along with step-by-step illustrations, making Mini Crochet Creatures perfect for beginners upwards. Anyone unsure about working in this scale can simply practise with larger hooks and thicker yarn—the patterns are exactly the same. The animals are divided into six categories: farm, small, woodland, pet, sea, and zoo. So, there is something for everyone from an elephant or a whale down to a squirrel, piglet, bunny, and even a ladybird or butterfly!

Author: Lauren Bergstrom spends much of her time surrounded by piles of wool and small crocheted creatures. Although Lauren learned to crochet over 20 years ago, her fascination was revived when she discovered the world of amigurumi. She quickly became captivated by all the cute little things that could be made and all the different types of yarn that could be used to make them. In 2011, Lauren created mohumohu.com, an online store and blog offering amigurumi toys, patterns, and crochet tutorials. Lauren's little amigurumi animals have gained popularity after being featured in various magazines, art websites, and blogs.

Selling Points:

• Clear, simple instructions to follow.
• Stylish, full-colour photography throughout.
• Stitch chart for each project.
• Techniques section explaining all the basics.