New to crocheting? Try an animal! - Shiny Happy World

I honest-to-goodness think the easiest way to learn to crochet is to make an animal. But of course, I design crochet animal patterns, so maybe you don't want to take my word for it! I reached out to my readers and asked for folks whose first crochet project was a stuffed animal! Responses came pouring

Let's Learn to Crochet Amigurumi! - Shiny Happy World

A shortcut for crocheting stuffed animals more quickly! - Shiny Happy World

How to Use Safety Eyes in Amigurumi (and My Favorite Sizes!) - Little World of Whimsy

Howie the Penguin – free crochet amigurumi pattern - Shiny Happy World

Tips for Stuffing Amigurumi - Grace and Yarn

4 easy tips for crocheting a giant amigurumi! - Shiny Happy World

How to crochet standing legs for your amigurumi (video) - Shiny Happy World

How and Why to Crochet through the Back Loop - Shiny Happy World

Which loop to use when attaching… - Shiny Happy World Crochet stitches tutorial, Crochet patterns amigurumi, Crochet cat pattern

How to Crochet Stripes with Minimal Jog – a video tutorial - Shiny Happy World

Howie the Penguin – free crochet amigurumi pattern - Shiny Happy World