Crocheting Amigurumi Animals for Beginners
A course by Joanna Kienmeyer

Explore the charming world of amigurumi and learn to crochet customizable animal characters that bring joy to people of all ages

“Amigurumi are made more from the heart than the hands.”

Designer Joanna Kienmeyer created her first crochet animal when her daughter was born and has since tested patterns for designers, alongside selling her own online. She also shares her work with over 60K followers on Instagram.

In this online course, Joanna introduces you to the Japanese craft of amigurumi. Learn how to read patterns, make your own cute creatures, and customize them through simple crochet techniques. Create unique stuffed toys that bring joy to people of all ages stitch by stitch.

What is this course's project?

Crochet your own amigurumi animal along with a selection of custom accessories to give it personality.

Who is this online course for?

This course is for anyone with an interest in the world of amigurumi.

Requirements and materials

No previous knowledge of crochet or amigurumi is required.

In terms of materials, you will need cotton yarn, alpaca yarn, a crochet hook, fiberfill, safety eyes, a tapestry needle, embroidery thread, and scissors.

 

Course summary
  • Session Start 11/11/2024
  • Location Online
  • Duration 2h 33m
  • U1: Introduction

    • About Me

    • Influences

  • U2: Crochet Basics

    • The Materials

    • Magic Ring and Basic Stitches for Amigurumi

    • Further Crochet Steps and Colour Changes

  • U3: The First Steps to Create an Amigurumi

    • Looking For Inspiration

    • Making the Sketch

    • Reading Patterns

  • U4: Bringing the Amigurumi to Life

    • The Head

    • Parts of the Head

    • The Body

    • Legs, Arms, and Patches

    • Sewing the Amigurumi Together 1

    • Sewing the Amigurumi Together 2

  • U5: Personalising the Amigurumi with Accessories

    • Making a Top

    • Extra Accessories

  • Final project

    • Crocheting Amigurumi Animals for Beginners

Regular Price

AED370

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  • 16 lessons (2h 33m)
  • 22 additional resources (7 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Audio: English, Turkish
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever
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