Amigurumi Basics

Curious about crocheting adorable stuffed animals and characters? Amigurumi Basics is the perfect workshop to get you started! Over two sessions, you’ll learn the foundational shapes and techniques needed to create your own amigurumi projects.

What is Amigurumi?
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed creatures, from cute animals to whimsical characters. The word "amigurumi" comes from the Japanese words ami (meaning "crocheted" or "knitted") and nuigurumi (meaning "stuffed doll"). This craft has been popular in Japan for decades and has now become a favorite among makers worldwide for its charm, creativity, and endless possibilities.

required skills:

• You should know how to chain and single crochet before taking this class.

what the class teaches:

• How to crochet basic amigurumi shapes
• Increasing and decreasing to shape your work
• Working in continuous rounds for seamless designs
• Tips for stuffing and finishing your creations

what's included

• 1 crochet hook
• 1 ball of yarn