Knot Bad Amigurumi offers a fun, modern take on amigurumi, cute crochet creatures with tons of personality and charm. Beginners and experienced crocheters alike will love creating the 25 patterns included in the book that feature themes such as the forest, space, food and drink, the beach, and more. Make a smiling glass of boba tea, bring an acorn to life, and stitch the cutest space alien. Author Vincent Green-Hite (Instagram: @knot.bad; TikTok: @knotbad) covers the basics of materials and stitch techniques, plus how to embroider adorable faces.
Also included are step -by-step instructions for stuffing and attaching pieces, tips for finishing that
lend a professional look, and ways to personalize dolls. A whole new world of creativity is just a ball of yarn away.
By:
Vincent Green-Hite
Imprint: Quarry Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 279mm,
Width: 216mm,
Weight: 540g
ISBN: 9780760376775
ISBN 10: 0760376778
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 November 2022
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction What Is Amigurumi? What You’ll Get Out of This Book 1 | Materials 1 Basic Tools Yarn, Hooks, Darning Needles, Safety Eyes, Scissors, Stitch Markers, Safety Pins, Fiberfill Choosing Yarn Crochet Terminology Reading a Pattern Working Yarn and Tail Yarn 2 | Stitch Techniques and Tutorials Stitches Yarn Over and Chain (YO and Ch) Magic Ring (MR) Slip Knot Slip Stitch (SI st) Single Crochet (Sc) Half Double Crochet (Hdc) Double Crochet (Dc) Turning in the Row Increase (Inc) Invisible Decrease (Inv dec) Front Loops Only (FLO) Back Loops Only (BLO) Working on the Right and Wrong Side Working along the Edge Other Essentials Attaching Two Panels Stitch Abbreviations Finishing Off Needlework Attaching Pieces Sewing a Hole Shut Sewing into the Back Loops Only Knotting Off and Weaving In Ends Embroidering Faces Changing Yarn Colors Stuffing 3 | Space Robust Rocket Ship The Bright Side of the Moon Searching Satellite Astral Alien Prosperous Planet 4 | Forest Refreshing Raindrop Beeping Bumblebee Adoring Acorn Lush Lily Pad Mushy Mushroom 5 | Seasonal Temperate Thermostat Wobbly Water Bottle Inconspicuous Igloo Fragrant Flower Silky Scarf 6 | BEACH Thrilled Turtle Breezy Beach Hat Surf’s Up Surfboard Sandy Beach Pail Bouncy Beach Ball 7 | Food and Drink Palatable Pizza Buttery Bread Bubbly Boba Tea Gentle Green Tea Celebration Candy Acknowledgments About the Author Index
"Vincent Green-Hite is self-taught crochet artist and pattern designer. After discovering crochet tutorials on YouTube, he began to focus on amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitted or crocheted stuffed animals. After posting his creations on Instagram, Vincent began growing his social media audience, finding a diversity of like -minded creatives who were also embracing amigurumi. As his following grew, Vincent started offering his patterns on Ravelry and Etsy, along with YouTube crochet tutorials. He found another home on TikTok, where he shares short videos of himself and his inspiring creations. Vincent was featured in a national commercial for Joann with ""The Office's"" Phyllis Smith. He lives in Portland, Oregon. Website: knotbadami.com Instagram: @knot.bad TikTok: @knotbad"
Reviews for Knot Bad Amigurumi: Learn Crochet Stitches and Techniques to Create Cute Creatures with 25 Easy Patterns
"“Readers will be instantly in awe of the uniqueness of this title… full of simple yet extraordinary patterns that would be a fun addition to any library collection.” * Library Journal * ""Delightful. This fun guide is a must-read for crocheters of all levels."" * Publishers Weekly STARRED Review * ""Inspirational in both art and life, this little book is the perfect addition for those who’d like to create something different and live the yarn punk life."" * Seattle Book Review *"
