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Amigurumi batman - father's day gift (free pattern)
This year for Father's Day ( or just for fun ) crochet a cuddly Batman to y! Who doesn’t love Batman ? Make your very own cuddly crochet batman toy with PinkMouseBoutique's free crochet pattern ! Now you don’t need to look for a Batman toy in a store or order online, because you can crochet a Batman by yourself! This Batman amigurumi pattern is an medium one but it absolutely worth the time and effort because the outcome is so funny and unique! This Batman toy can be a great gift for him!
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Crochet (amigurumi) bug - free crochet pattern
In this free crochet tutorial , you can learn how to crochet this adorable brown bug in amigurumi ! This sweet amigurumi bug is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie is a wonderful decoration or soft toy for kids. This brown amigurumi bug is also perfect as a gift for a newborn if you crochet yours from cotton yarn and create it's eyes with embroidery. At this nice crochet blog you will find the free amigurumi pattern of this super cute brown bug accompanied with a nice detailed a ssembling tutorial.
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Crochet (amigurumi) Captain America doll - free crochet pattern
Capture the fun of the Marvel comics with this Captain America amigurumi doll ! This crocheted ( amigurumi ) Captain America doll a great amigurumi pattern to work on if you need a funny gift for your kids or for him ! thus his super adorable amigurumi Captain America doll is an excellent gift for boys. This free crochet pattern includes the instructions for his armor and shield as well! Follow this free amigurumi chibi Captain America pattern and create your very own miniature Marvel hero !
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DIY Sock shark - free sewing pattern and tutorial
Craft Passion's latest free sewing pattern for stuffed animal plush toy ,the super handsome sock shark ( as usual ) comes with a free downloadable & printable template . This cute sock shark is sewed from a single piece of adult ankle sock ( a pair can make 2 sharks ),a scrap of white felt, a pair of button eyes and yellow embroidery floss, it is then stuffed by the polyester filling material to hold its shape. For your ease of sewing, along with the details of the instruction, Craft Passion has also included the pattern templat e on the tutorial page, so let's get sewing:
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Little amigurumi elephant (free crochet pattern and video tutorial)
Besides being totally adorable, this crochet elephant pattern by Olga Askarova and Amigurumi Space is completely free , so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. Grab some scrap yarn and start stitching! This adorable amigurumi elephant is ready for cuddles from your favorite kiddo. If you're stitching the elephant as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes for crocheted or embroidered eyes instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi elephant with crocheted embellishments ( such as clothes or flowers ) in various sizes and colors! Crochet a little cuddly elephant as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. This free amigurumi elephant can be a lovely toy for both boys and girls.
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Little amigurumi hippo in pants (free crochet pattern and video tutorial)
Projects like this make us love the art of crochet so much! Just look at this cute hippo ! Who can resist him? By following along Olga Askarova's free amigurumi pattern, you will be able to create this super cute crochet hippo in no time! But before you start learning the basics of amigurumi, we must warn you: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( you won't be able to stop making these lovely amigurumi toys ! ) So grab your hooks and create a lovely little amigurumi hippo for your friends or family members! ( they will love it ! )
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Mia and Tom - amigurumi elephants (free crochet pattern)
With Diana Patskun's great free amigurumi pattern you will be able to crochet these super adorable elephants in no time ! These cuddly crochet elephants are great amigurumi patterns to work on, because they are so easy to crochet and the outcome is so wonderful! These super adorable amigurumi elephants can be excellent gifts for your kids or grandkids. This free elephant crochet pattern by Diana Patskun will guide you to make your own wonderful soft amigurumi toy. Head to Amiguroom and get the free pattern :
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Amigurumi Baymax ( Big Hero 6 ) - free crochet pattern
Know a Baymax lover? We've got the perfect gift for him/her: a lovely crochet Baymax ! Whether you're gifting this amigurumi Baymax as a toy, or as a home decor, this free amigurumi pattern will thrill Bi g Hero 6 fanatics. This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) Baymax can be a perfect handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids / grandkids, because this super adorable amigurumi Baymax is a perfect soft toy for both boys and girls! At Paint It Colorful's great amigurumi blog you will find this wonderful free amigurumi Baymax pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality and cuteness! ( With a little modification in the yarn and hook size you can easily alternate your robot's size )
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DIY Clothespin zombie - fun Halloween craft for kids
Ready for Halloween ?Have clothespins ? Lets make some talking zombies ! This clothespin zombie puppet craft by Easy Peasy And Fun will be ready in no time and it’s insanely fun. You can either print Andreja's version or draw your own zombies , both will be silly and fun! These DIY clothespin zombie puppets are sure to be a huge playtime hit for your creative kids. So get the free printable and tutorial at easypeasyandfun.com and let's get started:
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Zane the amigurumi zebra (free crochet pattern)
Today Jess is sharing with you a super lovely free amigurumi pattern : Zane the zebra! We love handmade amigurumi toys so much because they look super adorable and the kids will cherish them more than any expensive store bought plushie! This adorable amigurumi zebra toy should be easy - peasy to crochet since it uses only basic crochet loops. Create a set of super cute zebra amigurumis for your kids or grandkids, they will love it! You can crochet this lovely zebra in any size and color, they will be lovely in any style!
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Ginnie the amigurumi giraffe ( free crochet pattern)
Nothing's cuter than a stuffed animal, and this little crochet amigurumi giraffe Ginnie is no exception. This lovely giraffe pattern by Jess Huff works up really quickly and doesn’t take much yarn to make. Crochet a cuddly giraffe for the giraffe lovers in your life. Little newborns really love handmade toys , especially when they are colorful, which makes this amigurumi toy a great gift for baby showers! ( Just swap the safety eyes with crocheted or embroidered ones if you make this cuddly little amigurumi giraffe for newborns and small kids with curious mouths )
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DIY Dinosaur baby tag blanket - adorable gift for babies
Make this baby tag blanket by The Country Chic Cottage for your little one ! It is easy to make and that dinosaur shape is something that all kids will love. You can buy all of those great baby toys for your little one , but we bet he/she would be more excited to play with tags hanging off the pillow or blanket next to him/her! So sew one lovely dinosaur baby blanket with tags ! This dinosaur shape taggie plush toy is a great sewing project for beginners. Getting the tags to stay in place can be a little tricky at first but once you get the hang of it the sewing is very basic sewing. You can use different ribbon textures & colors for a little extra fun!
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Soft amigurumi rhino (free crochet pattern)
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted rhino for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Liudmila Pershina and AmiguroomToys's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern and create this lovely amigurumi rhino in no time! If you need a baby shower gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi rhino makes a sweet little gift.
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Soft amigurumi panda (free crochet pattern)
Do you love crocheting? Create a beautiful and adorable handmade toy: an amigurumi panda! This cuddly crochet panda is a great amigurumi pattern to work on because it's so easy to crochet and the outcome is so wonderful! This super adorable amigurumi panda can be an excellent gift for your kids or grandkids. This free panda crochet pattern by Liudmila Pershina at AmiguroomToys will guide you through the crocheting process of your own wonderful soft amigurumi panda. The difficulty of this free panda amigurumi pattern is easy/intermediate so if you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you.
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Amigurumi bunny boy (free crochet pattern)
Playing with super cute huggable plushies are so comforting and fun! The perfect reason to play with lovely plush animals ( regardless of your age ) is to crochet one for yourself! ( Or to crochet it as a lovely handmade gift for your friends or family members. ) This time create this lovely amigurumi bunny boy from a few skeins of yarn by following Tatyana Ponamareva's free crochet pattern. You can make this lovely huggable amigurumi bunny boy from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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Adorable amigurumi bear in dress (free crochet pattern & video tutorial)
Do you know crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Try this super fun crochet technique : the amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi bear by Katerina Arkhipova ! But be aware: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( once you start making these lovely toys you won't be able to stop ) ! This cuddly amigurumi bear can be a great amigurumi project to begin with, because the outcome is so lovely. So get the free amigurumi pattern at Amigurumi Space and let's get crocheting :
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Pirate finger puppet - fun summer craft for kids
Are you ready for some pirate fun ? This pirate finger puppet by Red Ted Art is such a fun interactive summer craft for kids and a great way to encourage imaginative play and storytelling. ( They are super simple to create and provide hours of fun pretend play at home, at school or even at summer camp! ) Create several different pirate puppets and have fun putting on a puppet show ! ( They would also make a great activity for a pirate theme party. )
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Alfa the amigurumi giraffe (free amigurumi pattern)
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted giraffe for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Tarturumies's great, easy-to-follow ( and free! ) amigurumi pattern and create this lovely amigurumi giraffe in no time! If you need a baby shower gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi giraffe makes a sweet little gift.
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Cute amigurumi triceratops (amigurumi dinosaur) - free amigurumi pattern
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted dinosaur for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow @ketti.toys' great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys and create this lovely amigurumi triceratops in no time! If you need a baby shower gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi dinosaur makes a sweet little gift.
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DIY Paper plate frisbee - fun summer craft for kids
We love all things simple, which might be why love paper plate crafts so much! No need for anything too fancy, expensive or complicated. This paper plate frisbee by Crafts By Amanda is a fun summer project for kids that can be made easily and with little supervision. When the frisbees are done, have fun tossing your new paper plate frisbee around with your friends. This paper plate frisbee craft is great for spring, summer, or as a group project.
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DIY Paper bag pirate puppets - fun summer craft for kids
Are you ready for some pirate fun ? This paper bag pirate puppet by The Inspiration Edit is such a fun interactive summer craft for kids and a great way to encourage imaginative play and storytelling. ( They are super simple to create and provide hours of fun pretend play at home, at school or even at summer camp! ) Create several different pirate puppets and have fun putting on a puppet show ! ( They would also make a great activity for a pirate theme party. )
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Easy DIY Cork Pirate ship - fun summer craft for kids
We L-O-V-E super fun kids crafts and this lovely little pirate ship by Red Ted Art is no exception! These D IY corks boats are ridiculously easy quick to do and yet are so cute and fun and really float well. All you need are a few wine corks , some paper and toothpicks. This little DIY pirate ship is not only fun to play with, but will also look lovely sitting on your windowsill or as centerpiece at your child’s next birthday. You could even make a fleet of tiny cork sailboats for a bath time regatta. Get the step-by-step tutorial at redtedart.com and start creating some:
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DIY Self propelled boat - fun summer toy for kids
Toy boats are fun to make! Add to this a little experiment to study the mechanics of movement , and you've got this - a DIY Self-propelled boat ! This time Red Ted Art will teach you how to make this lovely little, self-propelled boat out of household trash: margarine boxes, yogurt cups, and popsicle sticks! This self-propelled boat is super fun to make and oh-so-fun to play with!
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DIY Cardboard pirate ship (step-by-step tutorial) - cardboard craft
For this project, Creative Mom used cardboard from pizza boxes, egg cartons , hot glue, thread, super glue, and paint only. Unbelievable, isn't it? And the best is: in this step-by-step video tutorial she will show you how to make it! This DIY Cardboard Pirate Ship requires patience and time, but the finished ship definitely will make your children smile! Or even you could use it as gorgeous nautical home decor because just look at it! Isn't it stunning? And it was made from simple cardboard , and paint! Truly magical! Follow the tutorial , and create your very own cardboard pirate ship now:
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Egg carton helicopter - fun egg carton craft for kids
When it comes to crafting with kids, there's one magical material that always comes through: paper. Repurpose your recyclable paper egg cartons into a wonderful craft that will have your kids cracking up: create this lovely little egg carton helicopter ! Craft Train will teach you how to make this lovely little helicopter in no time, out of a simple e gg carton . Isn't it wonderful? You may need to help the kids with the small fiddly bits, but the boys ( or girls ) can help out plenty, and the kids will love playing with these fun DIY toys once you’re done! Get the step-by-step tutorial at thecrafttrain.com and let's get crafting :
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Easy paper ghost finger puppets - fun Halloween craft for kids
Making your paper ghost Halloween finger puppets is easy-peasy: no master skills or expensive craft materials required to create them. ( It's also a super quick papercraft , which makes it perfect for kids of all ages! ) This paper ghost finger puppet is such a cool Halloween craft for kids to make in the classroom or at home ( especially on a rainy day ). Watch Easy Peasy And Fun's step-by-step paper ghost finger puppet making tutorial and learn the how-tos:
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Little amigurumi panda (free amigurumi pattern)
Besides being totally adorable, this small crochet panda pattern by Paint It Colorful is completely free so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. Crochet a little panda as a toy, a keychain or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Soft amigurumi monster (free amigurumi pattern)
Nothing's cuter than a stuffed animal, and this little crochet amigurumi monster is no exception. This lovely monster pattern by @bumbee_crochet at Amiguroom Toys works up really quickly and doesn’t take much yarn to make. So grab your yarn basket and crochet a lovely monster for your little munchkins ( Kids really love handmade toys , especially when they are cuddly and colorful, which makes this amigurumi monster a great gift for any special occasion! )
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Amigurumi Om Nom monster (free amigurumi pattern)
Hands up if you love the Cut The Rope game! We do! Crochet a beautiful and adorable handmade Om Nom plushie for yourself or your favorite little "monster" ! This cuddly crochet monster is a great amigurumi pattern to work on because it's so easy to crochet and the outcome is so wonderful! This super adorable amigurumi Om Nom can be an excellent gift for your kids or grandkids. This free pattern by Alexandra Egorova at Amiguroom Toys will guide you through the crocheting process of your own wonderful soft amigurumi Om Nom monster. The difficulty of this free pattern is easy/intermediate so if you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you.
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