Salvaging yarn from an unused sweater

Tonsillitis Sucks

I've been AWOL for the last week with a bad case of tonsillitis. You don't want the details.
You really don't.... Bleagh.


But you'll be pleased to know I'm recovering and getting back up to speed on the things I've neglected, like this blog.

Monkey Madness!

This cheeky little monkey will bring out the giggles anywhere.

Easy to medium difficulty.

{free crochet pattern here}

Amigurumi Meercat

We love meercats here, and the pattern for these two little fellows is one I'll definitely be printing out for my folder.

Medium difficulty.

Mrs Egghead and Husband Egg Cover

Isn't she just gorgeous? The flower just does it for me.

I can't wait to have this happy, smiling pair brightening up my morning meal.

Easy to crochet.

{free crochet pattern here}

Knit Katie Kitty

This cute kitty can be yours to cuddle, with a little knitting knowledge. ;)

Medium difficulty.

Snowman Video Tutorial

Amigurumi Life Rings

Maybe you could crochet one of these for a friend in need, when you just aren't sure what to say?

Easy to crochet.

Crochet Poo

This amigurumi poo is just the gift for that hard-to-buy-for person, or perhaps your mother-in-law...

Super-easy to crochet.

{pattern moved to here}

~Edited 4 Nov 2010 ~
Link updated.
Unfortunately, the Naida's Crochet website no longer exists, but thanks to the archives of the Wayback Machine, I've been able to locate a copy of the pattern so that we crafters can continue to use and enjoy this pattern!

Crochet Elephant

Cute and friendly, this little elephant will be a favourite with any child.

Easy to crochet.

{free pattern here}

Amigurumi Hot Dog

Good enough to eat, huh? Another fantastic free pattern from BitterSweet.

Easy to Medium difficulty

Hello, Chicky!

A couple of cute chick patterns, here. You can choose from a chicken and a duck.

Easy to crochet.

Manta Ray

We visited Sydney Aquarium a few weeks ago, and I couldn't believe how big the rays were...
This little manta ray is more my size!

Medium difficulty

Crochet eyeballs

Are you eyeballing me??
And if you're feeling hung over, you could embroider bloodshot veins onto the whites...

Easy to crochet

Knit Chick

Sweet little things, aren't they?
These chicks would make perfect Easter gifts {instead of more chocolate}

Easy to knit.

Knit Strawberries

Couldn't you just gobble these up?
I love the way she's nestled the strawberries in amongst real leaves, yum!

Super-easy to knit.

Amigurumi Kitty Witch

Isn't she lovely as the Good Witch of the West?
Kinda looks like hello kitty, too.

Medium to high difficulty.

Bubble Leg Monster

I love the funkiness of this thing!

This is one pattern that I must make for Mr Bump... He'll laugh himself silly over it.

Easy to medium crochet.

Felted duckling

Have a go at felting your amigurumi creations, with Doris the Duckling.

Easy to crochet.