Edward's Menagerie: The New Collection: 50 Animal Patterns to Learn to Crochet

by Kerry Lord

Fans of Kerry Lord’s popular Edward’s Menagerie series will rejoice in these 50 new crochet patterns for spectacular animals from around the world.
 
From familiar favorites, such as the kangaroo and snow leopard, to more exotic critters, including the echidna and Malaysian tapir, this fresh collection of irresistible crochet patterns features an amazing collection of creatures.  As in her previous books, Kerry Lord includes charming biographies for each animal companion, and her finished pieces are sure to melt hearts. With projects divided into three difficulty levels—including Erica the Camel and Steve the Tapir (One); James the Meerkat and Hannah the Mouse (Two); and Gabriel the Baboon and Aurora the Arctic Fox (Three)—every crocheter will find ideas to enjoy and complete. Those new to the craft will also find guidance on essential techniques with helpful tutorials. All patterns will be written with US crochet abbreviations.

Genres: Crochet, Crafts, Nonfiction, Reference

144 pages, Hardcover

Published October 3, 2019

Reviews

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book strictly to get the pattern for the moose. Who I made, and he turned out so adorable that I made a camel (who really doesn't look like a camel) and I am currently making a mouse. The patterns are easy, mostly made from the same body and legs (with a few variations). I am making mine in #10 thread because I like tiny projects and I assume that they may be even easier if made with larger yarn.

[Marg Corjay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clear, easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams. Many cute animals, although they all use the same basic body, aardvarks are different than muskox than fluffy bunnies.

[Khepri Hazel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy projects with moderately understandable guides, super simple base to the whole collection. I took off one star because it was a pain flipping to the back every time I needed a refresher on the technical skills and because the brand advertised is not financially accessible to everyone. It’s also didn’t have instructions on how to create a test gauge so it was a bit of a learning curve (and some googling) to figure it out.

[Clara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pictures for some of the stitch instructions at the back could be a little better, but otherwise a good book

[Abi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super cute crochet patterns! And easy, too! I was a first-timer and was able to make a few before returning it to the library

[Nora Staal · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think these are SO cute, and they are very easy to make. I made my first one in a day!

[ali ♥ · Rating 4 out of 5]

how-to crochet amigurumi book featuring patterns for animals such as a rabbit, field mouse, wombat, fallow stag, otter, and more - with mostly interchangeable base components such as arms, legs, and torso.

cute crochet book! my 18m old loves his homemade stuffies. would recommend sewing the individual components together on top of crocheting them (like an additional layer of stitching). the crochet seams alone seems like it will easily come apart with regular use.

[Darlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think this book is best for someone with little previous experience crocheting amigurumi/dolls but looking to get down the basics. I was hoping for something more complex; instead all 50 of the animals come away looking very much the same.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are into crocheting, you must try this book.

If you are not into crocheting, you must read the bios on all the fun animals.