My start was in a charity crochet/knitting group at my local library! I didn't have anything to start, but the library rented out hooks and the group received donated yarn. With a simple hat pattern from a fellow crocheter, I started crocheting again. After a month I came across the first pica Pau book and spent the next two days making bonny puffin! I made a lot of mistakes, but I was so proud! I shared it with the group, and they loved it too. 3 1/2 years later, and I've made around 50. I even entered a design contest this week, with only a week to prepare my entry! It's been quite a journey already, but I have a feeling my love for toymaking will last for several more years to come.
@@EliseRoseCrochet It went well! I got onto the 5th page out of 25 with 289 votes! I feel so proud, and was happy to participate. It's inspired me to try and share my work more, and maybe even inspire some others in the future.
My mom taught me to crochet and knit when I was young.. we have both done both throughout the years... about 5 years ago I introduced her to amigurumi and now she is retired and is 100% addicted to making toys for the grandkids 💞 it's a fun passion for us to share, sharing our current projects and inspiring eachother
WOW! It was fascinating to learn the history of Amigurumi!!! Education opens whole new worlds for us!!! Your videos are inspirational! Keep creating and sharing your joy!!!
I love making toys. I made a horse many years ago, didn't know what I was doing, but a horse fell from my fingers. He was done in cheap yarn, stuffed with old panty hose, but all the kids loved him. Now, his tail and one ear have been loved off, but he still makes me smile. He was "born" around 1986, and of course, there's no pattern! Since then, I've knit and crocheted many "creatures" For my nieces and nephews, and for other children too. I used to belong to the old yahoo tiny bears group, and absolutely lover Berta Hesen-Minten's designs. Her bears have such character. I've designed some of my own bears, since, and making toys and collectibles, like you said, brings me joy
Thank you so much for sharing!! We are so lucky these days to have so many patterns right at our fingertips! I always am amazed that people used to make amigurumi without all the resources available now! I'll have to check out that designer! I've never heard of her before! 🐻🐻🐻
This is a great video. I've been 'crafty' for as long as I can remember but mostly into sewing, patchwork and folk art painting. I even started a arts and craft patchwork store when I was 24 years back in the mid 80s. I trained as a designer/dressmaker then went on to be a teachnical and further education (TAFE) teacher. In my craft business I stocked all sorts of craft materials and taught classes both during the day, weekends and usually four nights a week. I did that for 13 years then went off doing other work. I've done lots of jobs throughout the years and currently live on a small farm in central west NSW in Australia where I have a small herd of breeding cows. BTW I still haven't found a Amigurumi cow pattern! An idea maybe for your pattern planning. I'm taking leave from work presently and thought I'd get back into crafts as I've been rather stressed of late and over thinking a complex work issue. In recent months I've been learning woodworking and in particular woodturning. I completed my first ever bowl last night. So I'm very excited to have that finished. I have so many WIPS!!! Years of them...Too many to count. I usually rfer to them as UFOs - unfinished objects but I'm going to use WIPs now! This startred when I decided that I would get back into patchwork and also downcycling fashion dolls (@treechangedolls in Tasmania) so that meant tiny crocheting/knitting which I haven't done for years. I thought I'd start bigger, test my fingers and hands out as I have some arthritis, so knitted a beanie for my daughter. As I trawled online I kept seeing the word Amigurumi in the descriptions for yarn. So I researched.....then I found @littlecottonrabbits and @maryjanestearoom, then the patterns on Etsy and Ravelry and the YOU on youtube. I'm hooked!!! I've watched many of your videos, renewed my subscription to skillshare and started collecting some yarn which was on sale at the local craft store. I get frequently paralyzed by researching and planning but the way you have presented Amigurumi toy making has me so enthusiastic already. Thankyou.
Wow!!! Thank you so very much for sharing your story!! ❤️ Sounds like you have lived such an incredible and interesting life!! I'm so very glad that you've found amigurumi, it really is a very special hobby. I'm not really sure why, but for me, I love making something just because it makes me happy. There really is no utilitarian use for them, but they make me smile and I love surrounding myself with all the little characters. I so appreciate you sharing, means so much to me! Happy Stitching!!! 🧶🧶🧶
Wonderful video again, with so much knowledge. Before I started crocheting amigurumi, I was making hand woven wall hangings. As much as I love making them, this is quite a messy hobby, with lots of yarns needed to be cut, trimmed, really lot of tidying after each session of weaving. Plus I couldn't take my loom anywhere with me, as it is too big. Then I started thinking about crocheting, as I thought it would be wonderful, not so messy and .. portable hobby. I found your channel, made my very first simple Hamster/catster toy and here I am, totally addicted to all the patterns now. Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration, Elise!
That's wonderful!! Thank you for sharing your story! And I didn't realize that woven wall hangings were messy. And I love that amigurumi is portable too! 🍄
I am almost half way through the body of my first bunny from your beginners pattern. I am having joy again. But now that I know you're designing a kitty I can hardly wait!
Your channel is so informative and educational 💖 Apart from that you keep us coming back cause you talk with so much passion and it's always a pleasure watching your videos over and over again. Keep up the good work you're doing 👏🏻 🧣🧦🧤 😊❤🇲🇹
Haha- that’s how I got into knitting toys 😂😂😂. I got onto youtube and rest is history…. Love making toys. I put so many good emotions and love into it. Just like for you- knitting is my therapy. I get so many good emotions from using different kinds of yarn, making cute things myself. Thank you for your research 🙏🏻❤️
Wow, I thought. Samari warriors knitting, who knew. Love making them at times I’m impatient, but it’s really wonderful when it’s done. I’m learning to enjoy the process. Thanks for sharing💖
Well, my mum always loved crocheting and sewing. So, one day, during july of last year, I asked "hey mum, can you teach me how to crochet?" and since that moment I fell in love with this art. I'm not a pro, but I take it easy and I'm learning as much as I can (your videos are helping a lot!) And my first approach with amigurumi was with a simple video where it showed how to crochet a perfect ball that can be used as the head for some projects XD since then I almost never stopped. Now I'm crocheting an orange, wooly head band!
My mom taught me the basics of crochet when I was in my early teens (maybe younger) and I didn't really take to it.. I did 2 projects and didn't even start up again until 2019-2020 ish. I've been crocheting on and off since! What really got me into amigurumi has been Whistle and Ivy's Nativity Set and watching your videos has helped that spark to continue!
What a fun video. I used to knit huge clowns for family members and only crocheted blankets. My first crochet bear, like your adorable first rabbit, had issues but I kept going and now I’m also a huge fan of friends of Pica Pau and want to make almost every pattern I see. Thank you xx
Thank you so much for sharing your own history with amigurumi. I want to crochet and knit all the patterns too. My list just keeps getting longer and longer, lol. 💞
I love Amigurumi. I started making it because of you. I watched your video on this and tried the catster and was hooked. Thanks for sharing this great hobby. Hugs
Childhood joy! 😂 That photo was pure genius. I instantly felt it. Thanks for this brief history, it was fascinating. I will be doing a 'deeper dive' now. Your story was touching. I pray all things family health are doing better. 🙏 You have developed your talent into a thing of beauty. My foray into amigurumi was pale in comparison. My friend giggled everytime she saw cows, so I thought 💡I'm gonna crochet a small cow. How hard could it be, right? OMG nightmare! This was before I knew amigurumi was a thing, never even looked at a pattern for such a thing. Needless to say - the cow got scrapped. But I am thrilled when I see a hand-crafted toy and I intend to learn more and more until I feel confident to try again. Your channel gives me heart smiles! 💗🤗❤
Thank you so much for your many kind words!! I love your inspiration for starting amigurumi!! And now I will think about that every time I see a cow!! 🐮🐮🐮
I have coveted amigurumi for years! I too thought I couldn't do it. It seemed too difficult to create such wonderful little things. However, I've been crocheting now for years after learning with the help of my mom, and I'm probably an expert crocheter at this point. Not fast, but expert, lol. So I eventually tried and I am hooked. I'd rather do this than any other type of crocheting, quite honestly. Everything you mention about being passionate about it applies to me I think! I am obsessed. I have given away quite a few, and kept a couple for myself. I go back and forth between cross stitching and crochet. I have no time to scrapbook anymore! Sometimes I think it would be better if I only knew how to do ONE craft, but I also sew little primitive dolls too now, which is a recently discovered craft, so between that and working from home, I'm all booked up! :D I am obsessed though, really.
Really loved this video. Missed u loads lately. Need more of u. Noticed ur wearing ur glasses again , u look great. Ur videos give me encouragement to try anything. Thank u. 😊
Thank you so much!! I've been posting videos but I don't think RUclips has been sharing them! Lol!! And thank you! I wear my glasses all of the time off camera, and I typically don't on camera because of the glare from the lighting. And thank you so much for your kind words! 🤓
So very interesting! Thanks Elise for sharing your knowledge and love for amigurumi. Also your patterns are absolutely adorable, they are on my list for future projects, especially the sweet kittens coming up. 😽
Fun fact! My history with crochet/amigurumi started with a bunny as well. Back when I was in middle school, my friend was crocheting a bunny during lunch. And I was completely fascinated. She kinda did a teasing "haha you can't do this." So I was like, "bet," and was on RUclips that night. My first amigurumi was a very small and somewhat crappy Cesser from JoJo's Bizarre adventure. I gave up trying to follow the video and winged it. Lol. After that, I got serious and learned the different type of stitches and the necessity of the gauge. First crochet project I made that I was super proud of was some fingerless gloves for my Garnet cosplay. First plush I made that I was proud of (and actually followed the pattern and used the right type of yarn and hook for... mostly) was Bob from Despicable Me. Now here I am 10 of so years later, currently making a Wolf Link Plush and loving every second. So that's my story. It all boils down to bunnies and spite. 😆
I learned how to crochet in 2006, and shortly after I made a amigurumi octopus called “Octopode”, which I found on the internet. It was for my then kindergarten daughter, and over 15 years later she still has it, took it to college with her and even sleeps with it! I’ve had to restuff it a few times, but it has held up!
I had never crocheted before but in 1979 Woman's Day or Family Circle magazine had a crocheted Teddy Bear. So cute! I taught myself to crochet (no YT then) and it turned out beautiful, so I made like 10 more in all colors to give away as gifts. I have no idea what happened to the teddy bear. I haven't crocheted since, but now retired, I will be taking it up again.
You are right about Pica Pau. Thanks to you I discovered her and her patterns are awesome!!! Beautiful, but also so much fun to make. Crocheting saved my mental health too!! It is beautiful hobby. Thank you for spreading joy and all the resources...you are the best at sharing other people's work. The kittens look beautiful!! Can't wait to try them.
Amigurumi came to me after I was sick and had several surgeries. I understand you so much! It brings me so much joy, I suffer from depression and this is the thing that help me go through the day. This is so amazing how something can be so helpful and give so much joy and peacefulness 😊
" . . . who likely thought, 'I can make that!'" Lol, my crocheting career in a nutshell. I'm actually hoping to finish this weekend a gift I'm making for R.L. Stine when I meet him again at New York Comic Con this October.
Oh my goodness...my first blanket was a Starburst blanket too. I've never done Arigrarumi (sp) but I really enjoyed this history about the little toys! Thank you!
I picked up crochet again after my first grandchild was born and discovered all the new to me patterns and projects that weren't known to me earlier. Amigurumi was one of them. The grandkids loved them. Making them also gave me a much needed distraction during my Mom's final illness. The kiddos are grown up but I still make them! Thanks for the informative video.
I find it really interesting that crochet & knitting find us when we need them. And it really is such a good distraction from the stresses of serious illness. Hugs to you. 💞
I also love to make amigurumi either crochet or knitting or a combination of both. I must say I really have lots of patterns and books and will probably never get to make them all but I do enjoy looking through the books and browsing Etsy for pattern. Lovely video thank you. ❤️🇦🇺
Oh my gosh the kittens. My grand babies started me on making animals, but until I seen yours I was in awe of how cute they could really be. Your suggestions of books and yarns and such have helped me become a much better toy maker. Great video. Thank you again for being my inspiration to make these beautiful creatures.
What an interesting history! I got my start when I decided to crochet a unicorn head and continue around a neck pillow for my little granddaughter. They traveled a lot so it was much better than a toy. But it hooked me into toys- except I find it difficult to work with fine yarn MUCH to my disappointment! So technically I guess I do plushies from Amigurumi patterns. Still very cute but would love it if I could do the little guys! Love your videos!
ah!! I didn't know about Yan's new book!! I loved this video. Very interesting. I started knitting toys during a super stressful time and man, did it help tremendously.
Your green and brown frogs remind me of Frog and Toad. Me and my mom would read those books ALL THE TIME!! I started crocheting because I saw Stitch Soak scrub and realized I could make my own dish scrubbers! Mind blown 🤯! And somewhere in there, don’t remember how, I found amigurumi. My first amigurumi was a little angry coffee cup from False bubbles. Gave me the courage to try Graham the S’mores from Wonder Crochet and have been hooked ever since. ❤❤ the funny thing is, I’ve only been doing this since February 😂😂. Never saw myself doing crochet. Always seemed… domestic 😂😂 but I love making amigurumi plushies. The yarn, softness, the ability to see my skill grow! It’s all so gratifying!
Hi Elise! I’ve been crocheting for about 13 years. Started out crocheting scarfs, hats and shawls, then onto blankets and pillows. I would see armigrumi and think it’s too hard for me to do. But about 3 years ago my niece sent me a photo of the cutest octopus and I asked if I could make it. Of course, I couldn’t say no and that’s when I started. I must say it was a challenge but I did get done and turned out so cute! I must admit I haven’t done a lot of armigrumi since then, a little here and there. But since finding your channel I’ve gotten the bug to do more. I love all the sites and information you share. Your channel is such a joy!! Take care!!😊
Thank you for sharing your story with amigurumi! They really do bring a smile to your face! And thank you so much for your sweet words about the channel! 💓🌻🍄
Elise, I love this, the history and your story! You are so right. Amigurimi does give joy. It's exciting o see those little faces forming. Last year when caring for my dying Mom I made her a set of blue birds and the memory of her joy is with me today. Hugs!!
I started crocheting with amigurumi! My mom had offered to teach me to give me a pandemic hobby and in June 2020 I said "Maman please teach me!" Because I had seen a tiktok of this giant plush crochet elephant and I fell in love! My mom taught me the basics with a granny square (still have it!) and I was off to the races! I made so many elephants, a few other animals and I'm also in love with Yan Schenkel's books, I only have volume one but volume 2 (and now three! I didnt know that was happening so thank you!!) are now on my Christmas list! I absolutely understand and feel the same way about crocheting a little creature, a friend, and seeing their personality come through! Love this video! :D
You were my inspiration to start amigrumi- I never heard of it until I heard you talk about it in a podcast. I got hooked when I finished my 1st Cotton Patch bunny. I'm try to finish up 5 sewing projects so I can get back into my amigrumi. Keep the podcast coming. I love them so much.
I'M 76 & TAUGHT MY SELF HOW TO CROCHET WITH THE HELP OF UTUBE CROCHET TUTORIALS ( CAN'T READ PATTERNS YET) I'VE MADE BABY/ADULT BLANKETS,HATS FOR BABIES/ADULTS,BABY MITTENS, BURP TOWELS, SCARFS, SEVERAL LITTLE ANIMALS, DOG TOYS, WANT TO MAKE MORE ANIMALS. AMAZING HOW U DO IT. THANKS.
You are awesome! I am self taught from RUclips as well. I finally learned how to read a pattern in my 2nd year of crocheting. But it took time and quite a few mistakes. Keep it up!
This is so interesting Elise , I love amigurumi!! I just finished a little fox myself , I have been crocheting/ knitting for about 6 years now and I love it . Just like you say , it is a stress reliever for me to !! Thank you for sharing this History with us ,💕
I learned crochet basics as a child but didn't do a lot with it. I'd make scarves for coworkers at Christmas or a blanket for a friend having a baby, but would go years without picking up a hook. In 2009 I found myself unexpectedly expecting lol. In Sept 2009 my youngest son was born with Down Syndrome and a very serious congenital heart defect. Learning how severe his CHD was, I decided not to return to work. As he grew and needed less attention I decided I needed to revive my hobby. About the same time I decided to join Facebook and started seeing pics of other people's makes, and discovered amigurumi. My first critter was a little snake that I sent to a new friend in Pennsylvania who I "met" in a DS Facebook group. Her son is the same age as my little one. From then on I was hooked, lol, pun intended
Thank you so very much for sharing your story about amigurumi. I hope your son is doing well these days! And the internet has been such a blessing to us crafters! It's so wonderful to be able to connect with people all around the world and feel inspired! 🌻
@@EliseRoseCrochet He is! He will be 13 in the fall and is starting 7th grade soon. All the amigurumi I make leave here with a hug and kiss from him to carry to their new homes ❤
Hello, I have seen a few of your videos. I must say....I love your channel! You have such a sweet spirit that shines through your videos. 😊 Upon watching this video, I realized that I hadn't subscribed. So, I quickly did just that! Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge!! I feel much more confident about diving into the amigurumi world! 😁
Awwww! Thank you so very much! I really appreciate your kind words! And I'm so excited for you!! Amigurumi is so much fun!! It's like being a kid again! 💙🧶💙🧶
Wonderful video... I haven't started yet. I have knit several toys, but, want to try more from one of the books. I love history, crocheting and knitting. At 71, it's become my life... now that I have time. Love your first little bunny. Love that you kept it. Every time I knit another Susan B Anderson giraffe, it comes to life. Love the little animals. love, hugs,prayers.
Hi Elise, What a great history of Amigurumi! I love all of your videos and the different projects that you've completed. I've been working on my amigurumi for a little while now and my finished work seems to always show the stuffing. I've tried working with smaller hooks and I still have holes between my stitches. Is there any advice you could give me?
Try using a yarn with a little "halo" or fuzz. That may help hide those holes!! Also make sure your tension is a little tighter, that could help too! Good luck! ❤️
I learned to crochet from my grandmother when I was a girl - some 50 years ago! I haven't stopped since. I love making presents for people I love, and nothing makes a child happier than a cuddly toy. For me, some amigurumi patterns are too tightly stuffed, too smooth and not cuddly enough - I tend to prefer the softness of Kerry Lord's patterns. Your bunny is lovely, and so is the frog. Have to get out my hook now :-)
Thank you for sharing your story!! I'll have to check out those patterns! I haven't heard of that designer! Also you might like Mama Made Minis! She has very cuddly toys, they are made with chunky yarn and little to no stuffing at all! 💖💖💖
The very first amigurumi toy I every made was the "Catster/Hampster" tutorial you posted awhile back. Since then I have made several more from books you have recommended and they are all cute even with their flaws. Attaching heads to bodies is still so hard! Ha! Thanks for the video :)
That's amazing!! I'm so glad you tried Bubble the Catster!! 💓 And I really don't like sewing on heads for amigurumi either!!! That's why when I design a toy, the head is crocheted right onto the neck, no sewing!! 💞
Great video! It’s amazing you have been crocheting for such a short time as you do such wonderful work. You have inspired me so much! I am going to get certified through the CGOA that you mentioned in another video. I’ve learned so much and just love Amigurumi. Have a wonderful day!
I got started in Arigurumi during the initial covid 19 lock downs and was never so grateful that I had a decent size yarn stash as the stores were all closed. For me making a critter or doll is pure escapism from all the country’s troubles. Thank you Elise for your videos. I look forward to all of them. 😊
I have been wondering where this term came from. I figured it was the kids that brought it forward. They are into Japanese/Asian stuff right now, so I figured they brought it to life here in the states.
I really want to learn amigurmi. I have begun my life in MX and my passion is to make small items to give to children in the hospital and orphanage. Is there something not to expensive but a child would like to have? Your input is greatly appreciated thank you
There are so many beginner projects that are simple and don't use much yarn! Search for beginner amigurumi and you'll find lots of tutorials! That's a wonderful thing you're doing! 🧶🧶🧶
Hi i have been watching your videos am from the uk and love your Amigrumi doll with rust colour dress and cats ears please can you tell me has this pareson who wrote this pattern got Amigrumi book would to love to have one because i have only started to crochet Amigrumi dolls thats 😍
I know this seems random, but do you by chance know where you got the clips at 8:15 in your video? I love watching people crochet up close and I love these clips in particular. Do you know where you found them?
The way you pronounced KAWAII youre actually saying scary instead of cute. KAWAII is pronounced KA WHY EE emphasis on the EE its 3 syllables whereas KOWAI aka scary is 2 syllables KO WHY and doesnt have any EE sound at the end.
Thanks for sharing that information!! My daughter is minoring in Japanese language in college and she will definitely let me know I mispronounced it too!! 🤣🤣🤣
Fun fact crochet was originally a male thing. It originally was for making nets in the fishing industry and then the possibilities for what could be used was discovered. Now we are here making loads of things from webs to amigurumi to clothing
I got started crocheting playfood for grandkids for their market and bakery a few years ago. No patterns - just a lot of crocheting and ripping out until I got the shaped I wanted. I've crocheted most vegetables and fruits and the kids love them. They can't hurt the kids, can't break like plastic, they're washable, and substitute for a ball when needed ;-) I only started crocheting animals when I stumbled across your channel earlier in 2021 and now LOVE to make little animals that the grandkids LOVE to play with. Only wish I could knit.
Thank you so much for doing this video. I love the history about things like you. I'm going to try book one of that series. Amigrumi is one of my favorite things to make. I don't remember what I crocheted first but I have entered the cuddle me puppy from Amigrumi to go into our fair, and I placed first place Blue ribbon, with it. Our library here has a ton of Amigrumi books.
Hi Elise. Great video. I love the kittens, can't wait to see them. I started amigurumi a few years back, making loveys. I was afraid to make the whole body, but was encouraged by my daughter. Today, they are my favorite thing to crochet. I love making all the pieces and watching the critter form. The finished product is always my favorite, until the next one. I'm really good at doing other peoples patterns, but one day, I may attempt to design one myself. Take care, see you in the next video.
That's so true!! Joy is what amigurumi is all about and that's why I love it. The world needs more joy! And that frog is about the cutest darned thing I've ever seen, still makes me happy! 💚💚💚
I really enjoyed this episode. I must agree with you, I do like making "critters". For last Christmas I made all my kids and grandkids little mice, one boy and one girl, for part of their presents. Very simple and very satisfying. The pattern was all boy but I crocheted a ruffle around the bottom of the sweater part to make the girls. Had a lot of left over yarns, grays, white, tans, etc. The stripes for the sweater area were whatever color I grabbed. Looking for something to do for this year. Love your vlogs. Thank you.
Oh my goodness!! You must have been the most loved person on Christmas!!! What a labor of love! I'm sure your family will treasure those mice for years to come!! 🎄🎄🎄
@@EliseRoseCrochet thank you. I made over 16 afghans about three years ago and all different patterns and colors, so each person could have something from Gramma. Learned a lot of new stitches doing those. Not bad for someone that was self taught. Have a baby sweater going right now, three of three. To many new great, great nephews being born this year. Makes me relax while watching TV in the evenings.
My suggestion for your next step would be the Animal Friends of Pica Pau 1. Those are some great patterns that are good for people who are ready to spread their wings a little. Each pattern comes with a star rating that lets you know how easy or difficult they are! amzn.to/3xWUDHQ 🌻
I think the Animal Friends of Pica Pau book 1 patterns amzn.to/3xWUDHQ are perfect for those who have basic amigurumi skills. If you are totally new to amigurumi check out my beginner tutorial here: ruclips.net/video/ASzIh5SOo68/видео.html 💞
Hi Elise, for me it's probably the best video you ever made. Found Amigurumi in 2015 and never stop doing since then. It's the best hobby/job to keep you well. Hugs from Lisbon, Portugal. Teresa
I started crochet at 12 when my mom taught me to crochet. Last year I started a second business, I’m a private music teacher of 30 years. My new business is crochet. I started by making and selling items for the house. Dish cloths, mop covers etc. made out of Cotton yarn and focusing on eco friendly. I want my new business to be successful so I started doing amigarumi this year and I have seen sales at markets improve with the addition of amigarumi. I really like how it is easy to finish a toy in a few days or a week. I enjoy doing larger projects but don’t sell them nearly as often as I do toys.
Hi Elise 👋 Thank you ! I'm much the same about research, it makes life more interesting lol. Id not heard about arigarumi until l started subscribing to channels here...I said how sweet !! LoL Your critters are supper adorable !! I'll be sharing this with my friends for sure !! Be well🦋
This was such a great video! Thank you for all this great history. I am having a bit of a down day today, feeling under the weather and I think some crochet just might be what I need.
First of all love love love your channel I learn something every time I watch i just start doing amigurumi a year ago, the book Crochet Cute Critters I got it for my birthday and I am hook I have made three friends already working on my fourth it is very beginner friendly i like it a lot.
How interesting, both the history of amigurumi and how you got started loving amigurumi. I’ve been crocheting for over 40 years but only started amigurumi a couple of years ago. Like you, I was a little ambivalent to try it, but fell in love with all the little animals you can make and now have such a large crochet animal collection they’re taking over my home lol
My start was in a charity crochet/knitting group at my local library! I didn't have anything to start, but the library rented out hooks and the group received donated yarn. With a simple hat pattern from a fellow crocheter, I started crocheting again. After a month I came across the first pica Pau book and spent the next two days making bonny puffin! I made a lot of mistakes, but I was so proud! I shared it with the group, and they loved it too. 3 1/2 years later, and I've made around 50. I even entered a design contest this week, with only a week to prepare my entry! It's been quite a journey already, but I have a feeling my love for toymaking will last for several more years to come.
Wow!!! Thank you for sharing your story about amigurumi!!! That is incredible! And good luck with the design contest!!!! 👏👏👏
@@EliseRoseCrochet It went well! I got onto the 5th page out of 25 with 289 votes! I feel so proud, and was happy to participate. It's inspired me to try and share my work more, and maybe even inspire some others in the future.
O, yes it is better then anything to reduce the daily...weekly....more...less...masive...stress! Thank you this video!
The best stress reliever I know!! You're so very welcome! 💖💖💖
My mom taught me to crochet and knit when I was young.. we have both done both throughout the years... about 5 years ago I introduced her to amigurumi and now she is retired and is 100% addicted to making toys for the grandkids 💞 it's a fun passion for us to share, sharing our current projects and inspiring eachother
Awww! That's amazing!! What a wonderful way for you and your mom to spend time together!! 🧶🧶🧶
Great video! It really is all about JOY!
Yes! They are a joy to make, keep and give! ❤️❤️❤️
WOW! It was fascinating to learn the history of Amigurumi!!! Education opens whole new worlds for us!!! Your videos are inspirational! Keep creating and sharing your joy!!!
Thank you so much, Michele! I thought it was really interesting as well!! 🧶💖🧶💖
I love making toys. I made a horse many years ago, didn't know what I was doing, but a horse fell from my fingers. He was done in cheap yarn, stuffed with old panty hose, but all the kids loved him. Now, his tail and one ear have been loved off, but he still makes me smile. He was "born" around 1986, and of course, there's no pattern! Since then, I've knit and crocheted many "creatures" For my nieces and nephews, and for other children too. I used to belong to the old yahoo tiny bears group, and absolutely lover Berta Hesen-Minten's designs. Her bears have such character. I've designed some of my own bears, since, and making toys and collectibles, like you said, brings me joy
Thank you so much for sharing!! We are so lucky these days to have so many patterns right at our fingertips! I always am amazed that people used to make amigurumi without all the resources available now! I'll have to check out that designer! I've never heard of her before! 🐻🐻🐻
Elise, you have inspired my favorite Amigurumi toys. I never heard of Pica Pau until your videos.
Awww! Thank you! I can't remember where I first came across them but I fell in love immediately! 🍄💓🌻
Hi,Elise thank you for sharing this video. History of amigrumi was amazing. I love amigrumi and your videos 😊
You are so welcome! 🧶🧶🧶
This video is GOLD and it should turn viral! Thank you so so much for this one. You have such a lovely channel. 💜
Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️
This is a great video. I've been 'crafty' for as long as I can remember but mostly into sewing, patchwork and folk art painting. I even started a arts and craft patchwork store when I was 24 years back in the mid 80s. I trained as a designer/dressmaker then went on to be a teachnical and further education (TAFE) teacher. In my craft business I stocked all sorts of craft materials and taught classes both during the day, weekends and usually four nights a week. I did that for 13 years then went off doing other work. I've done lots of jobs throughout the years and currently live on a small farm in central west NSW in Australia where I have a small herd of breeding cows. BTW I still haven't found a Amigurumi cow pattern! An idea maybe for your pattern planning. I'm taking leave from work presently and thought I'd get back into crafts as I've been rather stressed of late and over thinking a complex work issue. In recent months I've been learning woodworking and in particular woodturning. I completed my first ever bowl last night. So I'm very excited to have that finished. I have so many WIPS!!! Years of them...Too many to count. I usually rfer to them as UFOs - unfinished objects but I'm going to use WIPs now! This startred when I decided that I would get back into patchwork and also downcycling fashion dolls (@treechangedolls in Tasmania) so that meant tiny crocheting/knitting which I haven't done for years. I thought I'd start bigger, test my fingers and hands out as I have some arthritis, so knitted a beanie for my daughter. As I trawled online I kept seeing the word Amigurumi in the descriptions for yarn. So I researched.....then I found @littlecottonrabbits and @maryjanestearoom, then the patterns on Etsy and Ravelry and the YOU on youtube. I'm hooked!!! I've watched many of your videos, renewed my subscription to skillshare and started collecting some yarn which was on sale at the local craft store. I get frequently paralyzed by researching and planning but the way you have presented Amigurumi toy making has me so enthusiastic already. Thankyou.
Wow!!! Thank you so very much for sharing your story!! ❤️ Sounds like you have lived such an incredible and interesting life!! I'm so very glad that you've found amigurumi, it really is a very special hobby. I'm not really sure why, but for me, I love making something just because it makes me happy. There really is no utilitarian use for them, but they make me smile and I love surrounding myself with all the little characters. I so appreciate you sharing, means so much to me! Happy Stitching!!! 🧶🧶🧶
Thank you Elise, i really enjoyed learning the history of amigurumi. Beautiful video as always ♥️
Thank you so very much! 💖💖💖
Wonderful video again, with so much knowledge. Before I started crocheting amigurumi, I was making hand woven wall hangings. As much as I love making them, this is quite a messy hobby, with lots of yarns needed to be cut, trimmed, really lot of tidying after each session of weaving. Plus I couldn't take my loom anywhere with me, as it is too big. Then I started thinking about crocheting, as I thought it would be wonderful, not so messy and .. portable hobby. I found your channel, made my very first simple Hamster/catster toy and here I am, totally addicted to all the patterns now. Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration, Elise!
That's wonderful!! Thank you for sharing your story! And I didn't realize that woven wall hangings were messy. And I love that amigurumi is portable too! 🍄
I love history and crochet. Love this video. Thank you!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!! 💖💖💖
I am almost half way through the body of my first bunny from your beginners pattern. I am having joy again. But now that I know you're designing a kitty I can hardly wait!
Oh that's wonderful!! I'm so glad you're enjoying your bunny!! ☃️❄️🎄❤️
Your channel is so informative and educational 💖 Apart from that you keep us coming back cause you talk with so much passion and it's always a pleasure watching your videos over and over again. Keep up the good work you're doing 👏🏻 🧣🧦🧤 😊❤🇲🇹
Awwww! Thank you so much!! I truly appreciate your kind and encouraging words! 💓🌻🍄
Haha- that’s how I got into knitting toys 😂😂😂. I got onto youtube and rest is history…. Love making toys. I put so many good emotions and love into it. Just like for you- knitting is my therapy. I get so many good emotions from using different kinds of yarn, making cute things myself.
Thank you for your research 🙏🏻❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your story with amigurumi! It really is such good therapy to play with yarn and make cute toys! 🧶🧶🧶
Wow, I thought. Samari warriors knitting, who knew. Love making them at times I’m impatient, but it’s really wonderful when it’s done. I’m learning to enjoy the process. Thanks for sharing💖
Thank you! The history of amigurumi is truly amazing! And I understand being impatient, I had to learn how to enjoy the process as well! 💞
Well, my mum always loved crocheting and sewing. So, one day, during july of last year, I asked "hey mum, can you teach me how to crochet?" and since that moment I fell in love with this art.
I'm not a pro, but I take it easy and I'm learning as much as I can (your videos are helping a lot!)
And my first approach with amigurumi was with a simple video where it showed how to crochet a perfect ball that can be used as the head for some projects XD since then I almost never stopped.
Now I'm crocheting an orange, wooly head band!
Wonderful!! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
My mom taught me the basics of crochet when I was in my early teens (maybe younger) and I didn't really take to it.. I did 2 projects and didn't even start up again until 2019-2020 ish. I've been crocheting on and off since! What really got me into amigurumi has been Whistle and Ivy's Nativity Set and watching your videos has helped that spark to continue!
That is a great project!! So sweet! ❤️❤️❤️
What a fun video. I used to knit huge clowns for family members and only crocheted blankets. My first crochet bear, like your adorable first rabbit, had issues but I kept going and now I’m also a huge fan of friends of Pica Pau and want to make almost every pattern I see. Thank you xx
Thank you so much for sharing your own history with amigurumi. I want to crochet and knit all the patterns too. My list just keeps getting longer and longer, lol. 💞
I love Amigurumi. I started making it because of you. I watched your video on this and tried the catster and was hooked. Thanks for sharing this great hobby. Hugs
That's wonderful! ❤️
Childhood joy! 😂
That photo was pure genius. I instantly felt it.
Thanks for this brief history, it was fascinating. I will be doing a 'deeper dive' now.
Your story was touching. I pray all things family health are doing better. 🙏
You have developed your talent into a thing of beauty.
My foray into amigurumi was pale in comparison. My friend giggled everytime she saw cows, so I thought 💡I'm gonna crochet a small cow. How hard could it be, right?
OMG nightmare!
This was before I knew amigurumi was a thing, never even looked at a pattern for such a thing. Needless to say - the cow got scrapped. But I am thrilled when I see a hand-crafted toy and I intend to learn more and more until I feel confident to try again.
Your channel gives me heart smiles!
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Thank you so much for your many kind words!! I love your inspiration for starting amigurumi!! And now I will think about that every time I see a cow!! 🐮🐮🐮
Gracias, gracias, gracias !!!! I love it!!!
You are so welcome! So glad you enjoyed the video! ❤️❤️❤️
History and crochet/knitting are three of my favourite things ever Elise! This video was super interesting thank you! 🧶❤️
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I found the research for this video totally fascinating!! 🌻
I have coveted amigurumi for years! I too thought I couldn't do it. It seemed too difficult to create such wonderful little things. However, I've been crocheting now for years after learning with the help of my mom, and I'm probably an expert crocheter at this point. Not fast, but expert, lol. So I eventually tried and I am hooked. I'd rather do this than any other type of crocheting, quite honestly. Everything you mention about being passionate about it applies to me I think! I am obsessed. I have given away quite a few, and kept a couple for myself. I go back and forth between cross stitching and crochet. I have no time to scrapbook anymore! Sometimes I think it would be better if I only knew how to do ONE craft, but I also sew little primitive dolls too now, which is a recently discovered craft, so between that and working from home, I'm all booked up! :D I am obsessed though, really.
Haha! I totally understand the feeling!! Thanks so much for sharing! 🧶✨💞
Really loved this video. Missed u loads lately. Need more of u. Noticed ur wearing ur glasses again , u look great. Ur videos give me encouragement to try anything. Thank u. 😊
Thank you so much!! I've been posting videos but I don't think RUclips has been sharing them! Lol!! And thank you! I wear my glasses all of the time off camera, and I typically don't on camera because of the glare from the lighting. And thank you so much for your kind words! 🤓
So very interesting! Thanks Elise for sharing your knowledge and love for amigurumi.
Also your patterns are absolutely adorable, they are on my list for future projects, especially the sweet kittens coming up. 😽
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! 💖💖💖
Fun fact! My history with crochet/amigurumi started with a bunny as well. Back when I was in middle school, my friend was crocheting a bunny during lunch. And I was completely fascinated. She kinda did a teasing "haha you can't do this."
So I was like, "bet," and was on RUclips that night. My first amigurumi was a very small and somewhat crappy Cesser from JoJo's Bizarre adventure. I gave up trying to follow the video and winged it. Lol.
After that, I got serious and learned the different type of stitches and the necessity of the gauge. First crochet project I made that I was super proud of was some fingerless gloves for my Garnet cosplay.
First plush I made that I was proud of (and actually followed the pattern and used the right type of yarn and hook for... mostly) was Bob from Despicable Me.
Now here I am 10 of so years later, currently making a Wolf Link Plush and loving every second. So that's my story. It all boils down to bunnies and spite. 😆
Lol!! Love it!!! Spite can be a powerful motivator...and of course bunnies!! 🐰🐰🐰
Just starting have new littles in my family and use them as gifts.
That's so exciting!!! 💖💖💖
I learned how to crochet in 2006, and shortly after I made a amigurumi octopus called “Octopode”, which I found on the internet. It was for my then kindergarten daughter, and over 15 years later she still has it, took it to college with her and even sleeps with it! I’ve had to restuff it a few times, but it has held up!
Oh my goodness, that is so precious!! Thanks for sharing! 💛
I had never crocheted before but in 1979 Woman's Day or Family Circle magazine had a crocheted Teddy Bear. So cute! I taught myself to crochet (no YT then) and it turned out beautiful, so I made like 10 more in all colors to give away as gifts. I have no idea what happened to the teddy bear. I haven't crocheted since, but now retired, I will be taking it up again.
Yes so interesting love the history you have collected. Thank you
You are right about Pica Pau. Thanks to you I discovered her and her patterns are awesome!!! Beautiful, but also so much fun to make. Crocheting saved my mental health too!! It is beautiful hobby. Thank you for spreading joy and all the resources...you are the best at sharing other people's work. The kittens look beautiful!! Can't wait to try them.
Thanks so very much, Nancy! ❤️❤️❤️ I can't wait for the new Pica Pau book! 🧶
Thank you so much! I’m so
Inspired to learn just because of finding your inspiration RUclips!🙏
That's wonderful!! I'm so glad you're excited about learning how to make amigurumi!! ❤️❤️❤️
I love to make Amigurumi. You are an inspiration!🌸💕
Thank you so very much! 💖💖💖
Amigurumi came to me after I was sick and had several surgeries.
I understand you so much! It brings me so much joy, I suffer from depression and this is the thing that help me go through the day.
This is so amazing how something can be so helpful and give so much joy and peacefulness 😊
Bless your heart. ❤️ I'm so glad you found amigurumi. It really is such a wonderful, peaceful hobby. 🐶🐰🐭
I’m doing a school project on this, thanks for the help!!
You're so welcome! 🧶🧶🧶
Thanks so much for sharing 💗 super interesting 🧶
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 💜
Finding your channel - got me started. Thank you. Jan 2020. Good timing before Covid. Always learning as a knitter.
Oh that's awesome!! I love that there's always something new to learn! 🧶🧶🧶
" . . . who likely thought, 'I can make that!'"
Lol, my crocheting career in a nutshell. I'm actually hoping to finish this weekend a gift I'm making for R.L. Stine when I meet him again at New York Comic Con this October.
Lol! I think so many crafty people have that mentality and find inspiration all around!! ❤️❤️❤️
Oh my goodness...my first blanket was a Starburst blanket too. I've never done Arigrarumi (sp) but I really enjoyed this history about the little toys! Thank you!
Thank you!! And you're so welcome!! I love starburst granny squares!! So gorgeous! ❤️❤️❤️
I picked up crochet again after my first grandchild was born and discovered all the new to me patterns and projects that weren't known to me earlier. Amigurumi was one of them. The grandkids loved them. Making them also gave me a much needed distraction during my Mom's final illness. The kiddos are grown up but I still make them! Thanks for the informative video.
I find it really interesting that crochet & knitting find us when we need them. And it really is such a good distraction from the stresses of serious illness. Hugs to you. 💞
I also love to make amigurumi either crochet or knitting or a combination of both. I must say I really have lots of patterns and books and will probably never get to make them all but I do enjoy looking through the books and browsing Etsy for pattern. Lovely video thank you. ❤️🇦🇺
Thank you so much! I also have a lot of books and patterns that I will never make either, lol!!! But I love being inspired by them all! 🌻
I do love crocheting toys, but right now my joy is a "fairy dress" for my 2-year-old granddaughter.
Oh how adorable!!!! I bet she is going to love it! 💚
Oh my gosh the kittens. My grand babies started me on making animals, but until I seen yours I was in awe of how cute they could really be. Your suggestions of books and yarns and such have helped me become a much better toy maker. Great video. Thank you again for being my inspiration to make these beautiful creatures.
Awww! Thank you so much, Darlene. I'm so glad you're enjoying toy making and are feeling inspired!! 🧶🧶🧶
Thank you. I want to know more.Love it ❤ So 😎 cute and fun
Thank you!! I'm so glad you're enjoying it!! ❤️❤️❤️
What an interesting history! I got my start when I decided to crochet a unicorn head and continue around a neck pillow for my little granddaughter. They traveled a lot so it was much better than a toy. But it hooked me into toys- except I find it difficult to work with fine yarn MUCH to my disappointment! So technically I guess I do plushies from Amigurumi patterns. Still very cute but would love it if I could do the little guys! Love your videos!
ah!! I didn't know about Yan's new book!! I loved this video. Very interesting. I started knitting toys during a super stressful time and man, did it help tremendously.
I'm so excited for the new book!!!!! She is one of the most creative people I have ever come across! Her imagination is limitless!! 💞
Your green and brown frogs remind me of Frog and Toad. Me and my mom would read those books ALL THE TIME!! I started crocheting because I saw Stitch Soak scrub and realized I could make my own dish scrubbers! Mind blown 🤯! And somewhere in there, don’t remember how, I found amigurumi. My first amigurumi was a little angry coffee cup from False bubbles. Gave me the courage to try Graham the S’mores from Wonder Crochet and have been hooked ever since. ❤❤ the funny thing is, I’ve only been doing this since February 😂😂. Never saw myself doing crochet. Always seemed… domestic 😂😂 but I love making amigurumi plushies. The yarn, softness, the ability to see my skill grow! It’s all so gratifying!
That is the Frog and Toad pattern from Frog and Cast! She has a knitted and crocheted version!! 🐸🐸
This was so enjoyable. I learned a lot!
Thank you! I'm so glad you liked it! 💖💖💖
That was so interesting! Thank you!❤
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! ❤️
Pica Pau 3?!? Can't wait! I still have to finish a few from the 2nd book!
I know!!!! So exciting!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Elise! I’ve been crocheting for about 13 years. Started out crocheting scarfs, hats and shawls, then onto blankets and pillows. I would see armigrumi and think it’s too hard for me to do. But about 3 years ago my niece sent me a photo of the cutest octopus and I asked if I could make it. Of course, I couldn’t say no and that’s when I started. I must say it was a challenge but I did get done and turned out so cute! I must admit I haven’t done a lot of armigrumi since then, a little here and there. But since finding your channel I’ve gotten the bug to do more. I love all the sites and information you share. Your channel is such a joy!! Take care!!😊
Thank you for sharing your story with amigurumi! They really do bring a smile to your face! And thank you so much for your sweet words about the channel! 💓🌻🍄
Elise, I love this, the history and your story! You are so right. Amigurimi does give joy. It's exciting o see those little faces forming. Last year when caring for my dying Mom I made her a set of blue birds and the memory of her joy is with me today. Hugs!!
That's absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing that memory with me! 💙💙💙
I started crocheting with amigurumi! My mom had offered to teach me to give me a pandemic hobby and in June 2020 I said "Maman please teach me!" Because I had seen a tiktok of this giant plush crochet elephant and I fell in love! My mom taught me the basics with a granny square (still have it!) and I was off to the races! I made so many elephants, a few other animals and I'm also in love with Yan Schenkel's books, I only have volume one but volume 2 (and now three! I didnt know that was happening so thank you!!) are now on my Christmas list!
I absolutely understand and feel the same way about crocheting a little creature, a friend, and seeing their personality come through! Love this video! :D
Thank you so much for sharing your own history!! That is amazing that your mom was able to teach you!!!! 🐘🐘🐘
You were my inspiration to start amigrumi- I never heard of it until I heard you talk about it in a podcast. I got hooked when I finished my 1st Cotton Patch bunny. I'm try to finish up 5 sewing projects so I can get back into my amigrumi. Keep the podcast coming. I love them so much.
Thank you so much for sharing your background with amigurumi. And thank you for your kind and encouraging words! 🍄
So cute love it
Thank you so much! 🌻
I'M 76 & TAUGHT MY SELF HOW TO CROCHET WITH THE HELP OF UTUBE CROCHET TUTORIALS ( CAN'T READ PATTERNS YET) I'VE MADE BABY/ADULT BLANKETS,HATS FOR BABIES/ADULTS,BABY MITTENS, BURP TOWELS, SCARFS, SEVERAL LITTLE ANIMALS, DOG TOYS, WANT TO MAKE MORE ANIMALS. AMAZING HOW U DO IT. THANKS.
I'm so glad! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
You are awesome! I am self taught from RUclips as well. I finally learned how to read a pattern in my 2nd year of crocheting. But it took time and quite a few mistakes. Keep it up!
You are the best.
Thank you so very much! 🍄🍂🍁🧶
This is so interesting Elise , I love amigurumi!! I just finished a little fox myself , I have been crocheting/ knitting for about 6 years now and I love it . Just like you say , it is a stress reliever for me to !! Thank you for sharing this History with us ,💕
You're so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and the history! 🧶🧶🧶
Just getting my start but I think it's like you said, to see their little personalities come to life! How fun! I am mostly interested in dolls.
It never gets old!! 💖💖💖
I learned crochet basics as a child but didn't do a lot with it. I'd make scarves for coworkers at Christmas or a blanket for a friend having a baby, but would go years without picking up a hook. In 2009 I found myself unexpectedly expecting lol. In Sept 2009 my youngest son was born with Down Syndrome and a very serious congenital heart defect. Learning how severe his CHD was, I decided not to return to work. As he grew and needed less attention I decided I needed to revive my hobby. About the same time I decided to join Facebook and started seeing pics of other people's makes, and discovered amigurumi. My first critter was a little snake that I sent to a new friend in Pennsylvania who I "met" in a DS Facebook group. Her son is the same age as my little one. From then on I was hooked, lol, pun intended
Thank you so very much for sharing your story about amigurumi. I hope your son is doing well these days! And the internet has been such a blessing to us crafters! It's so wonderful to be able to connect with people all around the world and feel inspired! 🌻
@@EliseRoseCrochet He is! He will be 13 in the fall and is starting 7th grade soon. All the amigurumi I make leave here with a hug and kiss from him to carry to their new homes ❤
@@karlalytle4828 I love that!!!
Hello,
I have seen a few of your videos. I must say....I love your channel! You have such a sweet spirit that shines through your videos. 😊
Upon watching this video, I realized that I hadn't subscribed. So, I quickly did just that! Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge!!
I feel much more confident about diving into the amigurumi world! 😁
Awwww! Thank you so very much! I really appreciate your kind words! And I'm so excited for you!! Amigurumi is so much fun!! It's like being a kid again! 💙🧶💙🧶
@@EliseRoseCrochet yes; I'm definitely a kid at heart😁
Wonderful video... I haven't started yet. I have knit several toys, but, want to try more from one of the books. I love history, crocheting and knitting. At 71, it's become my life... now that I have time. Love your first little bunny. Love that you kept it. Every time I knit another Susan B Anderson giraffe, it comes to life. Love the little animals. love, hugs,prayers.
That is wonderful! I also love the patterns by Susan B Anderson! They are amazing!! 💓
I enjoyed your video as usual!!!
Thank you so very much! ❤️❤️❤️
Great video!
Thank you so much! 💓
Great info thanks
You're so welcome! 💓
Hi Elise, What a great history of Amigurumi! I love all of your videos and the different projects that you've completed. I've been working on my amigurumi for a little while now and my finished work seems to always show the stuffing. I've tried working with smaller hooks and I still have holes between my stitches. Is there any advice you could give me?
Try using a yarn with a little "halo" or fuzz. That may help hide those holes!! Also make sure your tension is a little tighter, that could help too! Good luck! ❤️
I learned to crochet from my grandmother when I was a girl - some 50 years ago! I haven't stopped since. I love making presents for people I love, and nothing makes a child happier than a cuddly toy. For me, some amigurumi patterns are too tightly stuffed, too smooth and not cuddly enough - I tend to prefer the softness of Kerry Lord's patterns. Your bunny is lovely, and so is the frog. Have to get out my hook now :-)
Thank you for sharing your story!! I'll have to check out those patterns! I haven't heard of that designer! Also you might like Mama Made Minis! She has very cuddly toys, they are made with chunky yarn and little to no stuffing at all! 💖💖💖
The very first amigurumi toy I every made was the "Catster/Hampster" tutorial you posted awhile back. Since then I have made several more from books you have recommended and they are all cute even with their flaws. Attaching heads to bodies is still so hard! Ha! Thanks for the video :)
That's amazing!! I'm so glad you tried Bubble the Catster!! 💓 And I really don't like sewing on heads for amigurumi either!!! That's why when I design a toy, the head is crocheted right onto the neck, no sewing!! 💞
Great video! It’s amazing you have been crocheting for such a short time as you do such wonderful work. You have inspired me so much! I am going to get certified through the CGOA that you mentioned in another video. I’ve learned so much and just love Amigurumi. Have a wonderful day!
Thank you!! And that is awesome!! I got so much out of getting certified, one of the best things I've ever done for myself! 💞
I got started in Arigurumi during the initial covid 19 lock downs and was never so grateful that I had a decent size yarn stash as the stores were all closed. For me making a critter or doll is pure escapism from all the country’s troubles. Thank you Elise for your videos. I look forward to all of them. 😊
Thank you for sharing your story! I was so thankful for crocheting and knitting during lockdown too!! And thank you for your kind words! ❤️❤️❤️
I have been wondering where this term came from. I figured it was the kids that brought it forward. They are into Japanese/Asian stuff right now, so I figured they brought it to life here in the states.
Internet was started much earlier than the 2000s 4:41
Yes, but it became more widely used in the early 2000's, at least that was my experience. 🧶🧶🧶
I really want to learn amigurmi. I have begun my life in MX and my passion is to make small items to give to children in the hospital and orphanage. Is there something not to expensive but a child would like to have? Your input is greatly appreciated thank you
There are so many beginner projects that are simple and don't use much yarn! Search for beginner amigurumi and you'll find lots of tutorials! That's a wonderful thing you're doing! 🧶🧶🧶
Do you need testers for your cat pattern?! If so, I'm interested. 😻
Thank you so much! Reach out to me on Instagram and when I'm ready for testers I will reach out! 💞
Hi i have been watching your videos am from the uk and love your Amigrumi doll with rust colour dress and cats ears please can you tell me has this pareson who wrote this pattern got Amigrumi book would to love to have one because i have only started to crochet Amigrumi dolls thats 😍
I don't think Green Frog crochet has a book, but she sells a lot of patterns on Etsy. She also has a great IG account! ❤️
I know this seems random, but do you by chance know where you got the clips at 8:15 in your video? I love watching people crochet up close and I love these clips in particular. Do you know where you found them?
Hello, it's a paid platform with stock video clips. 🧶🧶🧶
The way you pronounced KAWAII youre actually saying scary instead of cute.
KAWAII is pronounced KA WHY EE emphasis on the EE its 3 syllables whereas KOWAI aka scary is 2 syllables KO WHY and doesnt have any EE sound at the end.
Thanks for sharing that information!! My daughter is minoring in Japanese language in college and she will definitely let me know I mispronounced it too!! 🤣🤣🤣
Fun fact crochet was originally a male thing. It originally was for making nets in the fishing industry and then the possibilities for what could be used was discovered. Now we are here making loads of things from webs to amigurumi to clothing
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I got started crocheting playfood for grandkids for their market and bakery a few years ago. No patterns - just a lot of crocheting and ripping out until I got the shaped I wanted. I've crocheted most vegetables and fruits and the kids love them. They can't hurt the kids, can't break like plastic, they're washable, and substitute for a ball when needed ;-) I only started crocheting animals when I stumbled across your channel earlier in 2021 and now LOVE to make little animals that the grandkids LOVE to play with. Only wish I could knit.
Thank you for sharing how you got started!! That is so wonderful that your grandkids play with the amigurumi food! How fun! 🍊
Thank you so much for doing this video. I love the history about things like you. I'm going to try book one of that series. Amigrumi is one of my favorite things to make. I don't remember what I crocheted first but I have entered the cuddle me puppy from Amigrumi to go into our fair, and I placed first place Blue ribbon, with it. Our library here has a ton of Amigrumi books.
Wow!!!! 👏👏👏 Congratulations!! That is wonderful!!!! 🥇
Hello Kitty is a super star. She is one of my favourites from childhood....Thank you for the video!!
Mine too!! 💕
Hi Elise. Great video. I love the kittens, can't wait to see them. I started amigurumi a few years back, making loveys. I was afraid to make the whole body, but was encouraged by my daughter. Today, they are my favorite thing to crochet. I love making all the pieces and watching the critter form. The finished product is always my favorite, until the next one. I'm really good at doing other peoples patterns, but one day, I may attempt to design one myself. Take care, see you in the next video.
Thank you so much for sharing your history with amigurumi! And I have never made a lovey, but I really would like to! 💜
Thanks for the interesting video. The Pica Pau Frog is my favorite. Everyone that sees it smiles. That's what it's all about.
That's so true!! Joy is what amigurumi is all about and that's why I love it. The world needs more joy! And that frog is about the cutest darned thing I've ever seen, still makes me happy! 💚💚💚
I really enjoyed this episode. I must agree with you, I do like making "critters". For last Christmas I made all my kids and grandkids little mice, one boy and one girl, for part of their presents. Very simple and very satisfying. The pattern was all boy but I crocheted a ruffle around the bottom of the sweater part to make the girls. Had a lot of left over yarns, grays, white, tans, etc. The stripes for the sweater area were whatever color I grabbed. Looking for something to do for this year. Love your vlogs. Thank you.
Oh my goodness!! You must have been the most loved person on Christmas!!! What a labor of love! I'm sure your family will treasure those mice for years to come!! 🎄🎄🎄
@@EliseRoseCrochet thank you. I made over 16 afghans about three years ago and all different patterns and colors, so each person could have something from Gramma. Learned a lot of new stitches doing those. Not bad for someone that was self taught. Have a baby sweater going right now, three of three. To many new great, great nephews being born this year. Makes me relax while watching TV in the evenings.
What do you recommend to start with for an amigurumi project. I have basic crochet skills. Some knitting as well.
Yes, I have that question too!
My suggestion for your next step would be the Animal Friends of Pica Pau 1. Those are some great patterns that are good for people who are ready to spread their wings a little. Each pattern comes with a star rating that lets you know how easy or difficult they are! amzn.to/3xWUDHQ 🌻
I think the Animal Friends of Pica Pau book 1 patterns amzn.to/3xWUDHQ are perfect for those who have basic amigurumi skills. If you are totally new to amigurumi check out my beginner tutorial here: ruclips.net/video/ASzIh5SOo68/видео.html 💞
Hi Elise, for me it's probably the best video you ever made. Found Amigurumi in 2015 and never stop doing since then. It's the best hobby/job to keep you well. Hugs from Lisbon, Portugal. Teresa
Thank you so much, Teresa! I had so much fun doing all the research about the history of amigurumi! And thank you for sharing when you started! 💓
I started crochet at 12 when my mom taught me to crochet. Last year I started a second business, I’m a private music teacher of 30 years. My new business is crochet. I started by making and selling items for the house. Dish cloths, mop covers etc. made out of Cotton yarn and focusing on eco friendly. I want my new business to be successful so I started doing amigarumi this year and I have seen sales at markets improve with the addition of amigarumi. I really like how it is easy to finish a toy in a few days or a week. I enjoy doing larger projects but don’t sell them nearly as often as I do toys.
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
Hi Elise 👋
Thank you ! I'm much the same about research, it makes life more interesting lol.
Id not heard about arigarumi until l started subscribing to channels here...I said how sweet !! LoL Your critters are supper adorable !!
I'll be sharing this with my friends for sure !!
Be well🦋
Thanks so much! It's such a wonderful and interesting hobby! 💖🧶💖🧶
I haven’t crocheted any amigurumi. I want to so bad but so afraid that it’s going to look wonky . Not sure where to start.
It will look wonky at the beginning, that's how everyone starts out! You should see my first one! But with practice you'll get better and better! 🧶🧶🧶
Awesome video! I loved learning about the history. Thank you. Take care 💗
I'm so glad you enjoyed this video! ❤️
This was such a great video! Thank you for all this great history. I am having a bit of a down day today, feeling under the weather and I think some crochet just might be what I need.
Thank you, Nicole!! I hope you start feeling better soon!! 🌻💓🍄
I love making toys but felt compelled to give give them away. You’ve just empowered me to make my toys for myself lol
Yes!!!!! I have a whole bunch of them!! I love giving them away but I also love making them for me!! ❤️❤️❤️
Your channel is informative, a lot of great information. Thank you for sharing your craft. Love the kitten pattern.
Thank you so much! 🧶🧶🧶
First of all love love love your channel I learn something every time I watch i just start doing amigurumi a year ago, the book Crochet Cute Critters I got it for my birthday and I am hook I have made three friends already working on my fourth it is very beginner friendly i like it a lot.
That's wonderful!! And I have such fond memories of being a beginner and having so much fun learning everything for the first time!! 🍄
I also got obsessed with a small white bunny when I saw the pattern I thought that I should make it.
I totally understand that feeling! That's how I felt about the frog from Animal Friends of Pica Pau! I had to make him! 💚
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I love your chanel
Thank you so much! ❤️
How interesting, both the history of amigurumi and how you got started loving amigurumi. I’ve been crocheting for over 40 years but only started amigurumi a couple of years ago. Like you, I was a little ambivalent to try it, but fell in love with all the little animals you can make and now have such a large crochet animal collection they’re taking over my home lol
Lol!! I totally understand what you mean!! I just want to make them all!! 💞
Je suis tout à fait d'accord avec vous madame moi aussi je veux bien les faire tous