TUES-FRI: 11-6 | WEDS:11-7 | SAT: 11-4

Amigurumi Bunny (In person)

WHAT IS AMIGURUMI?

Amigurumi, a popular type of crochet, is a portmanteau of two Japanese terms: ami, meaning crocheted or knitted; and nuigurumi, a stuffed doll. It often takes the form of an animal or fantastical creature with an aesthetic that’s best described as kawaii or cute. This makes amigurumi ideal for kids or anyone that likes button noses and rosy cheeks.

Are you hooked but don’t know where to start? Then this class is for you! Students will learn the basics of amigurumi, learn to shape little creatures, create different facial expressions, and dress up their creations. By the end of the classes you will be able to go home with this cute bunny.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS:

Students should know how to crochet even, single stitches

AMIGURUMI SKILLS TO BE TAUGHT:

pattern reading
magic loop
crocheting in a spiral
working with multiples of six
using stitch markers to keep track of your rounds (which are actually spirals)
increasing stitches
invisibly decreasing stitches
working with safety eyes
adding facial expressions (smirks, eyebrows, eyelids, frowns)
stuffing your amigurumi without lumps
stitching together two- and three-dimensional pieces

Skill Level:

beginner

Skill Details:

Students should know how to crochet even, single crochet stitches AMIGURUMI SKILLS TO BE TAUGHT: pattern reading magic loop crocheting in a spiral working with multiples of six using stitch markers to keep track of your rounds (which are actually spirals) increasing stitches invisibly decreasing stitches working with safety eyes adding facial expressions (smirks, eyebrows, eyelids, frowns) stuffing your amigurumi without lumps stitching together two- and three-dimensional pieces

Requirements:

MATERIALS: Yarn: 1 skein of light worsted weight (DK/8 ply) yarn, (for example, Uptown Worsted). You can use whatever color your heart desires, solid colors, stripes, self-patterned. Food for thought: The thicker your yarn the bigger your amigurumi will be, also, the thicker the yarn, the more will be needed to complete the project. Pattern: Pip, the bunny by DIY Fluffies - available for purchase on Etsy. Please purchase before class. Hook: size D (3.25mm) hook (The hook should be about 2 sizes smaller than the one recommended on the label of your yarn) Suggested safety eye size - 12mm (optional) Blunt tip sewing needle A locking stitch marker (a paper clip will also do) A few pins to secure your pieces while sewing them together Polyester fiberfill Scissors Pencil or pen to scribble notes on your pattern

Instructor Name:

Ivonne Schuh

Instructor Bio:

Hi there, my name is Ivonne and I am a German expat currently living in Mechanicsville, VA. I have been knitting and crocheting since I was a child, taught by many talented women in my family and in school. I enjoy knitting and crocheting because I love to create. I am passionate about all the fiber arts but my favorite "child" is definitely amigurumi, which is the Japanese word for "crochet doll/creature". I love creating colorful, happy one-of-a-kind items because the world is already crowded with gray and dull off-the-conveyor-belt-monotony. I would love to share my knowledge with you. Let's make something vibrant and unique!

Amigurumi Bunny (In person)

Cost:

$ 65.00
Excludes materials and supplies

(804) 362-7800 100 N. Railroad Ave. Ashland, VA 23005 TUES-FRI: 11-6| WEDS: 11-7 |SAT:11-4
SUN & MON: Closed