Mama Made Minis Knotted Loveys: 16 Heirloom Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

by Alyson Dratch, Lindsay McNutt

Make Adorable Toys Your Minis Will Cherish

Crochet charming knotted loveys with this easy guide to amigurumi from Alyson Dratch and Lindsay McNutt, the designers and mothers behind Mama Made Minis. From snuggly farmyard friends like Lettie Lamb and CeeCee Chick to magical creatures like Una Unicorn and Dusty Dragon, these 16 patterns are sure to bring comfort and joy to your minis every day. Thanks to the heirloom quality of these designs, you can create each stitch with love, knowing that your child’s new plushie will be by their side for years to come!

Complete with a step-by-step assembly guide and Aly and Lindsay’s best maker tips and tricks for assured success, these adorable loveys will come together quickly and effortlessly. Follow along with the Mamas’ expert instruction to flawlessly recreate their work, or put your own spin on the patterns by switching up the color and yarn weight. Whichever exciting direction you choose, these sweet knotted loveys will make the ultimate gift for the minis in your life!

Genres: Crochet, Crafts, Nonfiction, Animals

144 pages, Paperback

Published November 14, 2023

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

easy to make

The patterns provided in this book are fun and easy to make. You can finish a character in less than a day. Most take about one ball of the premier basix brights (112 yards) for the main color.

[i read on my phone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Started as a complete beginner and I’m now confident with a variety of stitches. Now I have an easy (4-6 hours) gift for any baby shower.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found a copy at my local library and knew immediately I needed to buy a copy for my own. The patterns are easy to read and work up so well, but I would say they are almost intermediate level for some. I would have liked to see more stitch instructions in the book itself but it’s nothing a quick YouTube search can’t fix. As of spring 2025 when ordering their preferred yarn from Premier Yarns I’ve noticed the colors are not always as pictured (especially the “Rust” and “mushroom” colors!), so be prepared for that. I’ve been using Bernat Blanket (another of their recommended yarns) and it’s perfect! Highly recommend to anyone looking to get into crocheting heirloom loveys, but warning: it is addictive. 🙃

[Julia Flythe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible detail and tons of pictures!

I really enjoyed the quality of this book!! It's super detailed with tons of pictures which is always helpful for visual learners like me. My only complaint is that there isn't a Table of Contents in the front (unless I missed it somehow) otherwise this is a fantastic book!! These patterns are adorable

[Burgundy bunny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute toys

The pattern worked up super cute and the pattern was easy to follow. I plan on making more of these in the future for people who r having children. The frog pattern was great

[Becca Sloan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve actually crocheted 9.5 of the animals in this book so I’m counting it as read. These patterns are ridiculously easy to follow and make the absolute cutest loveys. Highly recommend if you’re a crochet girlie (or boy-ie).

[michelle phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

great directions easy go follow patterns❤️

I love these loveys, I’ve made several so far and all have turned out adorable! Unfortunately I don’t have pics. I was so excited to give them as gifts I forgot to take a photo.

[Sarah Silveira · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book with adorable patterns

This book is great. Well written, easy to follow instructions with pictures for guidance along the way. I have made 3 of these loveys as gifts and they were very well received. Would highly recommend this book for crocheters of all levels.

[Danielle Brammer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Knotted Loveys

I love this book! The designs are so adorable and the patterns are well written and very easy to follow.

[Tabitha Devine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable!!

Can’t wait to make some of these! They are absolutely precious. The instructions are so clear and it takes you step by step through the entire process. This book is so charming, I’m going to gift it to my crocheting friends. Totally worth the purchase!!

[Apilrain · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this- bought it first as ebook until the library finally got a physical copy- I made the dragon and I've started the hippo. Clear easy to understand patterns that turn out absolutely perfect!

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Patterns and easy to follow! Make some great loveys!

[Sarah Benedict · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these patterns!

I’ve always loved these patterns, but actually being able to make them is sooo much fun! The instructions are simple and easy!

[Louise King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found a cute bunny to crochet for Easter.

[Jordana Simon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Los patrones son mega bien escritos, el peluche final es una hermosura. Mil procientos recomendado

[Alyssa DenHartigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mostly easy to understand patterns occasionally confusing & needed to rip back & re-do a few rows because instructions weren't clear.

[Brenley DiFranco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haven’t read it yet but it will 100% be perfection!!

[Heidi Pauley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable and well-written patterns. I can’t wait to make these sweet lovelies