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Mini Amigurumi Animals: 26 Tiny Creatures to Crochet
26 fabulously cute tiny amigurumi animals to crochet and hang on keyrings, bags and phones.
"From the jungle to the forest to the farm to your home, Abbondio's crochet book has crafters' need for cute crochet animals covered... A must-have for all library craft collections" - BOOKLIST
Delight your friends and family with these wonderfully cute tiny crocheted animals! Great for using up small amounts of yarn in your stash, there are 26 projects to choose from - and all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. Make a pet such as a dog, cat or rabbit; go for a farmyard animal such as a pig, cow or horse; or explore the wild side and make a tiger, lion, elephant or monkey. Quick and easy to make, there is a short techniques section to set you on your way, then you can start making the whole set. These mini makes are perfect to hang on key rings, baby buggies, watches or as bag charms. Which one will you make first?
"From the jungle to the forest to the farm to your home, Abbondio's crochet book has crafters' need for cute crochet animals covered... A must-have for all library craft collections" - BOOKLIST
Delight your friends and family with these wonderfully cute tiny crocheted animals! Great for using up small amounts of yarn in your stash, there are 26 projects to choose from - and all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. Make a pet such as a dog, cat or rabbit; go for a farmyard animal such as a pig, cow or horse; or explore the wild side and make a tiger, lion, elephant or monkey. Quick and easy to make, there is a short techniques section to set you on your way, then you can start making the whole set. These mini makes are perfect to hang on key rings, baby buggies, watches or as bag charms. Which one will you make first?
48 pages, Hardcover
First published December 3, 2019
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December 21, 2020
The crochet terms are UK, and while it isn't a deal breaker, it's the only thing stopping this book from being perfect :P
April 21, 2026
Very cute and easy projects.
April 16, 2026
-5 stars, very cute. lots of nice color pictures. i copied a couple of these i'd like to try (had to return the library book).
they did take the shortcut of referring back to page 12 for instructions on how to crochet the body for nearly all the animals rather than just reprinting those same 6 lines with each of the instructions. they weren't short on space, there was room.
contains patterns for: rabbit, dog, cat, pig, horse, cow, elk, raccoon, badger, bear, fox, mole, squirrel, mouse, hedgehog, polar bear, sloth, camel, koala, monkey, leopard, giraffe, lion, rhinoceros, panda, and elephant.
they did take the shortcut of referring back to page 12 for instructions on how to crochet the body for nearly all the animals rather than just reprinting those same 6 lines with each of the instructions. they weren't short on space, there was room.
contains patterns for: rabbit, dog, cat, pig, horse, cow, elk, raccoon, badger, bear, fox, mole, squirrel, mouse, hedgehog, polar bear, sloth, camel, koala, monkey, leopard, giraffe, lion, rhinoceros, panda, and elephant.
June 8, 2024
3.5 stars. Cute amigurumi (crocheted animals) patterns. Many use the same body, but heads and other details vary.
It’s written in British crochet terms, which can be confusing. There is a key of a few of the terms in UK and US. The most confusing aspect of this is Americans call the basic stitch a single crochet (sc), Brits call the same stitch a double crochet (dc), and what Americans call a double crochet (dc) Brits call a treble (tr). Honestly, as the American single crochet leads to two loops on the hook, and the American double leads to three loops on the hook, calling them double and treble respectively makes sense. But the American approach also has a certain logic. Basically, it’s like having to adapt to a new language, but as there are only a dozen stitches and some are the same, and the patterns are relatively simple, I didn’t find it too difficult once I understood it was British terms. The author also includes a text guide explaining the stitches.
As popcorn stitch and color changes are usually considered intermediate level, I’d say this is probably a mix of advanced beginner to intermediate level patterns. If you’ve made say a dozen basic amigurumi, you can probably handle this, though you may want to search online for video tutorials of any new stitches, particularly the popcorn stitch as I wouldn’t have been able to follow the written instructions.
I never really pay attention to the yarn and hook sizes in patterns. I just use what I know works for me. But it seems the author used 4-ply cotton and a 2.5 mm hook.
I made the elephant using a 4.5 mm hook and Premier Parfait Chunky yarn (a thick, plush chenille that’s great for amigurumi). To keep him from tumbling forward with the heavier trunk, I added two rounds to the arms and legs. And for the tail, I did a 5 stitch chain and slip stitched in each chain back. The pattern calls for leaving the end of the yarn loose for the tale, but this chenille frays too easily for that. I quite like how it turned out, and thought it even cuter than the photos in the book. He’s also bigger, about 5.5” tall with the ears.
I then tried the leopard with a 2.5mm hook and Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Cotton, which is closer to what is pictured in the book. It turned out cute, though I made the limbs longer and didn’t stuff them, the tail slimmer and did a touch of moulding on the face to make more of a snout.
Honestly, I’ve found cuter individual patterns on-line and via Etsy, but I do like smaller amigurumi and this is one of the better books I’ve found. So relative to crochet books, I’d give it a 4.
It’s written in British crochet terms, which can be confusing. There is a key of a few of the terms in UK and US. The most confusing aspect of this is Americans call the basic stitch a single crochet (sc), Brits call the same stitch a double crochet (dc), and what Americans call a double crochet (dc) Brits call a treble (tr). Honestly, as the American single crochet leads to two loops on the hook, and the American double leads to three loops on the hook, calling them double and treble respectively makes sense. But the American approach also has a certain logic. Basically, it’s like having to adapt to a new language, but as there are only a dozen stitches and some are the same, and the patterns are relatively simple, I didn’t find it too difficult once I understood it was British terms. The author also includes a text guide explaining the stitches.
As popcorn stitch and color changes are usually considered intermediate level, I’d say this is probably a mix of advanced beginner to intermediate level patterns. If you’ve made say a dozen basic amigurumi, you can probably handle this, though you may want to search online for video tutorials of any new stitches, particularly the popcorn stitch as I wouldn’t have been able to follow the written instructions.
I never really pay attention to the yarn and hook sizes in patterns. I just use what I know works for me. But it seems the author used 4-ply cotton and a 2.5 mm hook.
I made the elephant using a 4.5 mm hook and Premier Parfait Chunky yarn (a thick, plush chenille that’s great for amigurumi). To keep him from tumbling forward with the heavier trunk, I added two rounds to the arms and legs. And for the tail, I did a 5 stitch chain and slip stitched in each chain back. The pattern calls for leaving the end of the yarn loose for the tale, but this chenille frays too easily for that. I quite like how it turned out, and thought it even cuter than the photos in the book. He’s also bigger, about 5.5” tall with the ears.
I then tried the leopard with a 2.5mm hook and Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Cotton, which is closer to what is pictured in the book. It turned out cute, though I made the limbs longer and didn’t stuff them, the tail slimmer and did a touch of moulding on the face to make more of a snout.
Honestly, I’ve found cuter individual patterns on-line and via Etsy, but I do like smaller amigurumi and this is one of the better books I’ve found. So relative to crochet books, I’d give it a 4.
August 31, 2021
A fun, instructive book: beautiful pictures and clear instructions for a great variety of animals. These little critters make fun holiday or any-time ornaments, treats, mascots, key fobs, backpack (or briefcase) buddies…..the possibilities are endless. Probably not for brand new crocheters, given the scale. But patient, adventurous beginners and above should be fine.
April 23, 2021
After you master making the body for the rabbit, you can make the other animals by making different heads, tails, ears and other little modifications. The animals are cute. Warning: UK crochet terms are used!
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October 2, 2024Very cute book. I made a little rabbit and fox. I have never done this style of crochet before and it was quite challenging at first. Also - this book uses UK nomenclature, which was really confusing until I figured it out! The author gives a key at the beginning to translate unto US stitches.
June 30, 2025
Clear instructions and very cute projects! There were times that instructions referenced steps from other projects, especially the rabbit. It would have been nice if they just rewrote the instructions on each project to reduce page flipping, but they likely were trying to save on pages.
January 18, 2026
I enjoy crocheting in the evening on various projects to gifts or craft sales. This book is an awesome addition to my go-to books when I am looking for something a little different. I am looking forward to making many of these animals featured in the book.
January 11, 2022
Another to add to my library
April 17, 2022
A lot of some really good patterns.
March 11, 2023
UK cross stitch style. The animals turned out cute
June 30, 2023
Adorable patterns, clearly written.
August 24, 2023
2.5 stars. UK stitch terms. The recommended hook is a size not readily available in the US. Patterns are kind of cute, but not a lot of originality. Most patterns start with the same body type.
March 7, 2024
These are even cuter than the other book… They’re a little bit bigger
June 29, 2024
Very cute little patterns that work up quickly! Made several and all turned out. Remember it’s in UK terms!
August 12, 2025
Leuk haakboek voor leuke dieren. Ik heb er sleutelhangers van gemaakt. Leuk om cadeau te geven. De uitleg is beknopt, maar duidelijk voor de meer ervaren haker.
August 16, 2025
I loved this one so much that I made all 26 animals. Everyone one of them turned out adorable
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May 21, 2026Cute patterns.
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