Crocheting Amigurumi Animals for Beginners
A course by Joanna Kienmeyer , Amigurumi Designer
Explore the charming world of amigurumi and learn to crochet customizable animal characters that bring joy to people of all ages
Explore the charming world of amigurumi and learn to crochet customizable animal characters that bring joy to people of all ages
“Amigurumi are made more from the heart than the hands.”
Designer Joanna Kienmeyer created her first crochet animal when her daughter was born and has since tested patterns for designers, alongside selling her own online. She also shares her work with over 60K followers on Instagram.
In this online course, Joanna introduces you to the Japanese craft of amigurumi. Learn how to read patterns, make your own cute creatures, and customize them through simple crochet techniques. Create unique stuffed toys that bring joy to people of all ages stitch by stitch.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 22 downloads
- 91% positive reviews (138)
- 12,435 students
- 16 lessons (2h 33m)
- 22 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Crochet your own amigurumi animal along with a selection of custom accessories to give it personality.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in the world of amigurumi.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge of crochet or amigurumi is required.
In terms of materials, you will need cotton yarn, alpaca yarn, a crochet hook, fiberfill, safety eyes, a tapestry needle, embroidery thread, and scissors.
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A course by Joanna Kienmeyer
Joanna Kienmeyer is an Amigurumi Designer based in Austria. She started knitting and crocheting inspired by her partner’s family and made her first amigurumi when her daughter was born. She later began posting her creations on Instagram and was asked by some of her favorite designers to test patterns.
A year later, Joanna released the first pattern of her own, which has gone on to become her most popular. As well as selling both her amigurumi creations and patterns online, she continues to share her designs with over 60K followers on Instagram and works as a special needs teacher.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Crochet Basics
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The Materials
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Magic Ring and Basic Stitches for Amigurumi
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Further Crochet Steps and Colour Changes
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U3
The First Steps to Create an Amigurumi
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Looking For Inspiration
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Making the Sketch
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Reading Patterns
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U4
Bringing the Amigurumi to Life
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The Head
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Parts of the Head
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The Body
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Legs, Arms, and Patches
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Sewing the Amigurumi Together 1
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Sewing the Amigurumi Together 2
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U5
Personalising the Amigurumi with Accessories
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Making a Top
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Extra Accessories
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FP
Final project
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Crocheting Amigurumi Animals for Beginners
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arabicbeat
molto interessante e spiegato molto bene , divertente ed animato produzioni simpatiche per tutte le età
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gustavolmorais
Incrível projeto :)
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korynhutchison
Easy to follow instruction, great for beginners! I am pleased with my giraffe and can’t wait to try some of the other patterns provided!
marthapatriciadaza
excelente, es muy clara al explicar
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msakshatha1
Well explained for a beginner in amigurumi crochet.