Crochet Amigurumi - Learn to make Dave the Dog

Name: Crochet Amigurumi - Learn to make Dave the Dog
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Discover the basics of amigurumi crochet and make your very own character

Created byDonna Wilkins

Last updated 2/2021

English

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What you'll learn

How to create an amigurumi crochet project
How to work the magic circle technique
How to read a basic amigurumi pattern

Course content

3 sections • 13 lectures • 1h 49m total length

Introduction and Materials0:52
An introduction to the course and
Materials You will need1:11
What is Amigurumi?1:45
Uncover the origins of amigurumi, a Japan-origin crochet art, and learn to crochet in the round with single crochet, increases, and decreases, using Dave the dog as an example.
Understanding crochet terminology - US or UK?2:04

For complete beginners - how to work the SC/DC stitch13:18
This is a bonus lecture for complete beginners who wish to learn how to work the SC stitch needed to complete this amigurumi project.
How to work the magic circle11:16
Learn to start crochet amigurumi with the magic circle, avoiding center holes by shaping a tight circle and working continuous rounds with markers for accurate increases.

How to read a crochet pattern3:47
Starting Dave and his eye patch (the Magic Circle)11:02
This lecture will show you how to start most basic amigurumi patterns. It includes how to work the magic circle as well as increasing stitches.
Working Dave's body including Invisible Decrease v Standard Decrease29:46
Craft Dave the dog's body from a magic circle, through phased increases to 54 stitches, then practice invisible versus standard decreases, secure the eyepatch, and stuff for a plush finish.
Dave's Legs (including how to work the blo = back loops)11:11
This lecture will show you how to work Dave's legs, including how to work into the blo (back loop) of the stitch, to give you a flat surface.
Daves Ears15:08
Dave's Tail3:45
Finishing Dave the Dog4:34
Finish Dave the dog by forming a black yarn nose and mouth, securing the ears and eyes, and weaving ends through the body for a sturdy, well-secured figure.

Requirements

A 4mm or 5mm crochet hook and dk (lightly worsted) yarn is needed to make the project.
Whilst it would be beneficial to know basic crochet, this is not a prerequisite.

Description

Amigurumi is a Japanese word which describes small knitted or crochet animals or characters

This course introduces you to the world of crochet amigurumi.

Amigurumi has become a really popular technique in crochet and it is used to create animals, dollies and other wonderful and cute characters

This course is perfect for those who know the basic crochet stitches, however I have also included tutorials on how to do the stitches needed so it would be suitable for complete beginners.

Together we will work our way through a basic amigurumi pattern to create Dave the Dog. I will show you how to work the magic circle to start your project, how to work the single crochet stitch, how to increase and decrease your stitches (both standard decreases and the invisible decrease) and how to read a crochet pattern.

I love teaching crochet and teach it regularly across the UK, in person, online and at yarn events. I love the mindful aspects that crochet can bring, to help us switch off from the busy world and also create some beautiful and fun projects.

I hope you enjoy completing this course and creating your first ever Amigurumi project. I would love to see your finished Dave the Dogs!

Discover your 'crojo' with me!

Who this course is for:

Beginner crocheters who want to make toys and crochet characters

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Introduction to Amigurumi4 lectures • 6min

Basic Stitch Tutorials for complete beginners2 lectures • 25min

Starting Dave the Dog7 lectures • 1hr 19min

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