Patterns, projects and techniques
There are crochet books filled with delicate baby blankets, tasteful neutral scarves and sweet little woodland animals.
And then there is Snarky Crochet, a pattern book containing cat bottoms, raised middle fingers, spiteful scarves and enough yarn-related sarcasm … Read More ...
If you’re new to crochet or just want to make some easy and cute dolls and toys, The Big Book of Beginner Amigurumi is a great place to start.
The book is by Maggy and Pippa Woodley; you may know … Read More ...
Alright, I need to confess something… I may not know every single Star Wars timeline detail (my teenagers absolutely do), but give me a crochet hook and a galaxy-themed amigurumi book and I’m suddenly very invested.
There is something very appealing about a crochet book that promises you can actually finish something in a day. Not “start it enthusiastically and then find it again in a basket six months later,” but properly finish it. Ends woven … Read More ...
Wondering if you could sell your crochet? This beginner-friendly guide walks through what to make, how to price your handmade crochet, where to sell it, and how to test the waters without burning yourself out.
Have you ever finished … Read More ...
There is nothing quite like a crochet book sale to make a yarn lover suddenly very good at justifying things.
“It’s for reference.”
“It would make a good gift.”
“I already have yarn for that.”
“It’s practically saving money.”
And … Read More ...
If you’ve ever fallen in love with a crochet garment pattern only to realize it was never really designed with curves in mind, then Curvy Girl Crochet: 25 Patterns That Fit and Flatter by Mary Beth Temple is the kind … Read More ...
Alright… if you’ve ever secretly loved the villains more than the princesses, this one is for you.
Disney Villains Amigurumi: 20 Crochet Patterns for the Unapologetic Crafter from Knit Picks is bold, dramatic, and honestly a little bit fabulous. This … Read More ...
The humble granny square has had quite the glow-up, and Granny Square Chic proves it’s more stylish than ever. This WeCrochet collection is a fresh take on one of crochet’s most beloved motifs, showing just how versatile and modern a … Read More ...
Alright… I need to start this review by saying if you have a dog with a tolerant personality (or a dog who can be bribed with treats), this book is dangerously adorable.
There’s something magical about knitting your very first sweater—it feels like crossing a milestone in your maker journey. My First Sweater: A WeCrochet Collection is designed to help knitters make that leap with confidence, offering approachable patterns that look polished … Read More ...
You know those crochet projects that make you do a double take because they look so real you swear you can smell the sugar? This is that kind of book.
Mega Yummy Crochet: 26 Larger Than Life Amigurumi Treats by … Read More ...
Oh this one… this one is pure nostalgia.
Peter Rabbit Crochet Toys: Adorable Amigurumi from the Tales of Beatrix Potter is the kind of crochet book that makes you want to put the kettle on, pull out soft pastel yarn… Read More ...
If you grew up laughing along with Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the gang, get ready to grab your hook—because The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi is here to bring that nostalgia straight into your yarn basket. Written by Drew Hill, this … Read More ...
If you’ve ever fallen down the rabbit hole of Japanese crochet patterns on Pinterest, you’ll know they’re in a league of their own—delicate, intricate, and downright addictive. Keiko Okamoto’s Amazing Japanese Crochet Stitches brings that magic straight to your … Read More ...