I made a delightful amigurumi piglet over the weekend!
He is from a pattern in Amigurumi: Super Happy Crochet Cute by Elisabeth Doherty. I don’t often work from patterns, but this one was so sweet I couldn’t resist, and it used some interesting techniques. I love the snout shaping! This is my favourite crochet book, as it contains more complex and nuanced patterns than any other I’ve seen; no surprise considering the author is the genius behind Gourmet Amigurumi.
P.S. Of course, since this little guy isn’t my design he is not for sale. I’m keeping him for myself!
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Cute! His nostrils and tail are excellent <3
Posted by Amber on February 8th, 2009.
OMG So super cute!!
Posted by Nadea H. on February 8th, 2009.
@_@!!!
Posted by D on February 8th, 2009.
I love his snuffly little snout. :) So adorable.
Posted by Rachel on February 8th, 2009.
Oh so cute! :)
What kind of yarn do you use for your amigurumi? He doesn’t look fuzzy, which is why I ask. I’ve been using acrylic, but it still has the fuzzy look.
Posted by Sus on February 9th, 2009.
@Sus I usually prefer wool or wool blends; this little guy was 100% wool (“Basics 8 ply” from Spotlight). He has a just hint of fuzz – rather like a peach, really :)
Most amigurumi books recommend acrylic, but I find it less pleasant on the hands to work with, and I like the soft matte finish of wool.
Posted by Annette / Nut and Bee on February 9th, 2009.