Magical Amigurumi Toys: 15 sweet crochet projects

by Mari-Liis Lille, Joke Vermeiren (Editor)

Enter the magical world of Lilleliis. With this book in one hand and your crochet hook in the other, you will be able to create these 15 wonderful amigurumi designs. Lilleliis' handmade toys have a wide array of details you will love: the cutest color combinations, the sweetest expressions and little fabric details, this book offers the opportunity to surprise your family and friends with handmade gifts. Or you can simply enjoy making them for yourself. Projects range from beginner to advanced crocheter. The easy-to-follow step-by-step pictures and detailed instructions allow you to easily create the most delightful characters.

Genres: Crafts, Crochet

136 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

Mari-Liis is the engine of the company – designer, photographer, sales manager etc. She is an educated pianist and a mother of three kids for whom making toys has become the greatest passion and self-realization.


Since 2009 lilleliis company has been designing handmade toys and crochet patterns for moms to make unique toys for their own kids. Our toys are combining Japanese amigurumi technique with teddy bear tradition so popular in Europe. Bigger than the classical amigurumis, they still are very simple to make. Our toys are inspired by children and meant for playing.

Lilleliis toys are valuated by those who are seeking for unique handmade gifts
Lilleliis patterns have thousands of fans around the world. In spring 2014 Estonian publisher Varrak released Mari-Liis`s first book „Võluväega mänguasjad“ which has been a huge success. In 2016 Amigurumipatterns.net released a slightly reduced version of it in English (“Magical Amigurumi Toys”) and Dutch, soon followed by translations to Spanish and Korean. In 2016 Mari-Liis already published a new book in her native language which was named “Kaisuloomakirg”. Keep your eyes open, because in 2018 there is an English version to come!

We`re glad if our toys bring smile to the kids faces and make their childhood sunny!


Lilleliis craftsmen team consists of three more skillful ladies who help keeping those cute cuddly toys available in the shop.

TRIIN
CRAFTSMAN
Triin is our teddy bear expert, but she also makes adorable bunnies and mouses. For her making toys is a hobby next to her main job and family.

PIRET
CRAFTSMAN
Piret is our newest team member, who has specialized on making mascot teddy bears of Estonian Children`s Foundation. Under the name of PILO she also designs crochet necklaces and accessories for lilleliis shop. She is a teacher at the kindergarten, crochet is just a hobby next to her main job and family.

KAIRE
CRAFTSMAN
Kaire is our best bunny, doll and mouse maker. For her making toys is a hobby next to her main job and family.

Reviews

[(NurseLisa) Square Granny from Ohio · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5-3.75/5

[The Book Squirrel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like the creations in this book, but what I most liked about it was the instructions and tips and tricks at the start. I've been crocheting for a few years and this book has given me tips and explanations with photographs for increasing my proficiency in details for the overall look and finishing touches. Borrowed from my public library :D

[Pinar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Estonca bu kitap gerçekten çok şık hazırlanmış. Amigurumi konusunda fotoğraflarıyla çok iyi bir başlangıç kitabı olabilir. İçinde şirin modeller var, ama pek benim tarzım değil. Bu kitaptan iki modeli yapmak üzere not aldım. (şık hazırlanma 4, içerik 3 yıldız)

[Taylissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The tiny bear turned out so cute. Very easy to understand directions