I finally finished Ava the Mermaid, after having put her aside for several weeks. She was a real joy to make, and has her own mini wardrobe. I also gave Ava very long hair so it has some styling versatility. Today I took her out on my walk with Bodhi so I could get some… Continue reading Finished amigurumi: Ava the Mermaid
Tag: toys
Projects update: Spice Market CAL and doll accessories
I'm overdue for a check-in with some of my current stitching makes. There is no solid reason why I let so many days go by without posting - I am in the middle of some unexpected downtime these days! If you've been watching the news, you probably know about the Covid-19 epidemic in Korea, and… Continue reading Projects update: Spice Market CAL and doll accessories
New amigurumi to love: Koala + bonus make
My koala is finished! I started making him before I left for Japan. He is made from a lovely pattern by Storyland Amis. PHOTOS: amigurumi koala; pattern by Storyland Amis. His eucalyptus is my own touch. I used my favorite amigurumi cotton yarn, Phildar Coton 3, a French mercerized cotton, in colors Elephant and Noir.… Continue reading New amigurumi to love: Koala + bonus make
New amigurumi to love: Ham’bear’gur
I just finished this charming little guy last night, after having this pattern on my list of "must-dos" for several months. You might remember I wrote last month about my favorite toy makes of 2019, and I should definitely include this little sweetheart in the line-up. PHOTO - Hambeargur pattern by Krawka Crochet. Complete with… Continue reading New amigurumi to love: Ham’bear’gur
My Dad’s new Christmas ornament for 2019
My Dad has been making a new Christmas ornament in his little workshop every year for the last 35+ years. He actually makes about 80 of one design, all by hand. He used to make about 90-100 copies, but a few years ago, he decided to downsize a bit and cap his output to 80.… Continue reading My Dad’s new Christmas ornament for 2019
Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
Now that the year is coming to a close, I think about all the new techniques I've learned and what I've made. I still have another month or so to finish my current WIPs, but you can bet I'll start another project before the year is out! One thing I've so enjoyed making this year… Continue reading Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
