Crochet Peter Panda and his amigurumi friends: 10 quirky animals to brighten your day.

Be captivated by the personalities of Peter Panda and his whimsical friends!

Femke Vindevogel invites you to crochet 10 irresistible animals, each one with its own uplifting story to tell. If you can't decide between Harry Hare and Bertha Chicken, or Albert Whale and Karate Pig, you'll just have to make them all!

Between 18cm (7in) and 26cm (10in) high, yet with personalities much bigger, these toys burst onto the scene with their Scandi palette, joyful outlook and smart accessories. Have fun adding pops of colour to your creations: mittens for Iggy Polar Bear, a scarf and derby hat for Tom Dachshund, a sweater for Jules Reindeer and a rainbow bag for Zoe Zebracorn.

Whether you are at beginner, adventurous beginner or intermediate level, there is a playful amigurumi project waiting for you, complete with charts and templates and with all the key techniques clearly explained.

About the Author

Femke Vindevogel is a Belgian designer who inherited the love of crochet from her grandmother and mother. As a child, Femke designed clothes for her dolls and her love for designing has only increased since then.

She is now a product developer for Scheepjes yarn and her designs have featured in Better Homes & Gardens and The Sewing Box magazines. Femke is also a writer and has published several literary novels.

Instagram: @sweetamigurumidesign

Reviews

Packed to the rafters with cuteness, this is a collection of whimsical animals, all made in a soft Scandi palette. Each toy is so characterful and has a unique accessory to wear, from Peter Panda in his stylish buttoned scarf to an oversized cowl and teeny mittens for Iggy the Polar Bear and Zoe Zebracorn with her rainbow bag. There's so much detail to enjoy in this charming collection.

-- Inside Crochet * Issue 166 *

Femke Vindevogel's brand-new amigurumi book is packed full of sweet and simple designs, and we've completely fallen in love with them all! These 10 adorable animals are all dressed up in their super-cute individual outfits; Karate Pig even has a dashing tie around his head, ready to fight! Measuring between 18cm and 26cm, these toys come with cute accessories and personalities to match. Whether you're looking to dive into an amigurumi adventure or you're more of an intermediate maker, these patterns are perfect for everyone!

-- Crochet Now * Issue 128 *

This book is packed with gorgeous patterns, beautifully illustrated and the instructions are very clear and easy to follow. So pleased with it and will be making lots of the creatures in it.

-- Carole King * Customer Review *

This book is so sweet, It's a lovely size - nice and compact but a solid Hardback so pretty sturdy.

Instructions are all written in UK terms in case that's important for you. The book also makes is super clear what techniques are used (including specific dc type). I am an intermediate crocheter so I can easily understand but I think it's pretty suitable for a beginner.

Clear patterns and instructions and really fun modern projects. It's good value for money and will look great on a bookshelf too. All I need now is the time to make them all.

Highly recommended!

-- Julia Troman * Customer Review *

Adorable characters!

The book starts with a little refresher on stitches and techniques with nice big, bold and clear diagrams. The book itself is easy to follow, the designs are simple and the instructions are concise.

I like that the pages aren't overly busy as this makes it easier to read. The pictures are clear, bright and fun!

Good price and a nice addition to my craft library!

-- Charlotte Blakey * Customer Review *

Amigurumi lovers, rejoice! Pattern developer Vindevogel has shared the skills she learned from her grandmother in this accessible, fantastic collection of adorable crochet animals. From a whale in a sailor hat and a karate-kicking pig to a polar bear and reindeer in winter sweaters, each animal has a name and a dash of whimsy. The photos showcase the creations' unique stories, but this isn't just a celebration of Vindevogel's designs: it's an invitation for people to play around with new techniques, all carefully explained in the pattern and technique notes. With both metric and U.S. measurements, the only thing the book is missing is guidance on sewing each animal together without creating top-heavy wobbliness.

Playful yet detailed, the 10 animal friends Vindevogel presents are sure to delight both the crocheter and the recipient of the fun, unfussy creatures, which come to life as easily on the crochet hook as they do in the book.

-- Emily Bowles * Library Journal *



Book Information
ISBN 9781800921542
Author Femke Vindevogel
Format Hardback
Page Count 80
Imprint Search Press Ltd
Publisher Search Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 322g
Dimensions(mm) 180mm * 180mm * 10mm