{"product_id":"knot-bad-amigurumi-learn-crochet-stitches-and-techniques-to-create-cute-creatures-with-25-easy-patterns","title":"Knot Bad Amigurumi: Learn Crochet Stitches and Techniques to Create Cute Creatures with 25 Easy Patterns","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Delightful. This fun guide is a must-read for crocheters of all levels.\"-- \n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublishers Weekly STARRED Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIntroduction \n\u003cbr\u003e What Is Amigurumi? \n\u003cbr\u003e What You'll Get Out of This Book \n\u003cbr\u003e 1 Materials 1 \n\u003cbr\u003e Basic Tools \n\u003cbr\u003e Yarn, Hooks, Darning Needles, Safety Eyes, Scissors, Stitch Markers, Safety Pins, Fiberfill \n\u003cbr\u003e Choosing Yarn \n\u003cbr\u003e Crochet Terminology \n\u003cbr\u003e Reading a Pattern \n\u003cbr\u003e Working Yarn and Tail Yarn \n\u003cbr\u003e 2 Stitch Techniques and Tutorials \n\u003cbr\u003e Stitches \n\u003cbr\u003e Yarn Over and Chain (YO and Ch) \n\u003cbr\u003e Magic Ring (MR) \n\u003cbr\u003e Slip Knot \n\u003cbr\u003e Slip Stitch (SI st) \n\u003cbr\u003e Single Crochet (Sc) \n\u003cbr\u003e Half Double Crochet (Hdc) \n\u003cbr\u003e Double Crochet (Dc) \n\u003cbr\u003e Turning in the Row \n\u003cbr\u003e Increase (Inc) \n\u003cbr\u003e Invisible Decrease (Inv dec) \n\u003cbr\u003e Front Loops Only (FLO) \n\u003cbr\u003e Back Loops Only (BLO) \n\u003cbr\u003e Working on the Right and Wrong Side \n\u003cbr\u003e Working along the Edge \n\u003cbr\u003e Other Essentials \n\u003cbr\u003e Attaching Two Panels \n\u003cbr\u003e Stitch Abbreviations \n\u003cbr\u003e Finishing Off \n\u003cbr\u003e Needlework \n\u003cbr\u003e Attaching Pieces \n\u003cbr\u003e Sewing a Hole Shut \n\u003cbr\u003e Sewing into the Back Loops Only \n\u003cbr\u003e Knotting Off and Weaving In Ends \n\u003cbr\u003e Embroidering Faces \n\u003cbr\u003e Changing Yarn Colors \n\u003cbr\u003e Stuffing \n\u003cbr\u003e 3 Space \n\u003cbr\u003e Robust Rocket Ship \n\u003cbr\u003e The Bright Side of the Moon \n\u003cbr\u003e Searching Satellite \n\u003cbr\u003e Astral Alien \n\u003cbr\u003e Prosperous Planet \n\u003cbr\u003e 4 Forest \n\u003cbr\u003e Refreshing Raindrop \n\u003cbr\u003e Beeping Bumblebee \n\u003cbr\u003e Adoring Acorn \n\u003cbr\u003e Lush Lily Pad \n\u003cbr\u003e Mushy Mushroom \n\u003cbr\u003e 5 Seasonal \n\u003cbr\u003e Temperate Thermostat \n\u003cbr\u003e Wobbly Water Bottle \n\u003cbr\u003e Inconspicuous Igloo \n\u003cbr\u003e Fragrant Flower \n\u003cbr\u003e Silky Scarf \n\u003cbr\u003e 6 BEACH \n\u003cbr\u003e Thrilled Turtle \n\u003cbr\u003e Breezy Beach Hat \n\u003cbr\u003e Surf's Up Surfboard \n\u003cbr\u003e Sandy Beach Pail \n\u003cbr\u003e Bouncy Beach Ball \n\u003cbr\u003e 7 Food and Drink \n\u003cbr\u003e Palatable Pizza \n\u003cbr\u003e Buttery Bread \n\u003cbr\u003e Bubbly Boba Tea \n\u003cbr\u003e Gentle Green Tea \n\u003cbr\u003e Celebration Candy \n\u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments \n\u003cbr\u003e About the Author \n\u003cbr\u003e Index \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"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.\"-- \n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Knot Bad Amigurumi features easy and fun techniques for creating unique and adorable crochet characters-including a turtle, bee, rocket ship, and boba tea, along with ideas for personalizing creations\"--\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"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.\"-- \n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeattle Book Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVincent Green-Hite\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Website: knotbadami.com \n\u003cbr\u003e Instagram: @knot.bad \n\u003cbr\u003e TikTok: @knotbad\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eKnot Bad Amigurumi\u003c\/i\u003e, discover a world of 25 adorable and unique crochet creatures you'll love to make, keep, and display.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreate the unexpected\u003c\/b\u003e: a smiling rocket ship, a jubilant glass of boba tea, a joyful acorn, a breezy beach hat, and much more. These \u003cb\u003emodern characters\u003c\/b\u003e spring from the imagination of crochet artist Vincent Green-Hite (Instagram: @knot.bad; TikTok: @knotbad), who loves sharing his designs and techniques with the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to \u003cb\u003ebeginner-friendly patterns\u003c\/b\u003e, the book includes a rundown of \u003cb\u003ebasic materials\u003c\/b\u003e such as yarns and hooks, \u003cb\u003estep-by-step stitch tutorials\u003c\/b\u003e, instructions for \u003cb\u003eembroidering appealing faces\u003c\/b\u003e, advice on \u003cb\u003eworking with color\u003c\/b\u003e, and ideas for \u003cb\u003ecustomizing patterns\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll learn how to give your amigurumi a clean, professional look with \u003cb\u003eeasy methods for stuffing, attaching, and finishing pieces\u003c\/b\u003e. Build your skills and become a more confident creative as you work your way through each charming pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKnot Bad Amigurumi\u003c\/i\u003e also includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe incredible versatility of a few easy stitches that can be used to create an abundance of imaginative figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow a simple magic ring is the key to stress-free amigurumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow adding easy accessories, such as bows and hats, can add tons of personality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA welcoming attitude that embraces anyone who wants to try creating amigurumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Explore everything that amigurumi has to offer and \u003cb\u003ewatch your creativity soar!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/span\u003e 07\/04\/2022 (EAN 9780760376775, Paperback) - *Starred Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 10\/01\/2022 pg. 59 (EAN 9780760376775, Paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Green-Hite, Vincent\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Quarry Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2022-11-08\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Needlework \/ Crocheting|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Stuffed Animals|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Toymaking \/ General\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Amigurumi|Crocheting|Soft toy making\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.19 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780760376775\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9780760376775\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quarry Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861484499225,"sku":"SP-9780760376775","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9780760376775_spiral.png?v=1784528646","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/knot-bad-amigurumi-learn-crochet-stitches-and-techniques-to-create-cute-creatures-with-25-easy-patterns","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}