How to Crochet Animals: Ocean: 25 mini menagerie patterns
By Kerry Lord
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Escape to the ocean with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward’s Menagerie animals. This is one of the new gift series from TOFT (Kerry’s yarn company), which contains four books, each with 25 crochet patterns on a different theme: Ocean, Wild, Farm and Pets.
These mini animals are quick and easy to make so they are perfect for the beginner as well as giving the more advanced crocheter an afternoon’s fun. The books are practically organised so you start with the easiest pattern and, as you grow in confidence, you continue through the book, mastering the art of crocheting animals, from the simple starfish to the magical narwhal, producing high-quality collectibles to keep or give as thoughtful, homemade gifts.
This range of mini animals are totally new patterns for fans, new and old, to get hooked to. Sitting at 8cm (3 inches) tall, you can make your own cute collection, which could be used to create a nursery mobile, a board game, key rings and much more! Whether you’re in front of the TV, commuting to work or having a relaxing afternoon, these projects will bring mindfulness and creativity into your day.
Patterns in the series will include:
Ocean: Whale, Shark, Lobster, Starfish, Manta Ray
Wild: Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo
Pets: Cockapoo, Iguana, Angora Bunny, Tabby Cat, Tarantula
Farm: Pony, Alpaca, Sheep, Goat, Pig
Kerry Lord
Kerry Lord is the founder and creative director of the TOFT luxury yarn brand. The yarn brand was born in September 2006, a product of the successful and established family business the Toft Alpaca Stud farm. Kerry is the author of 'Edward’s Crochet Imaginarium', 'Edward’s Crochet Doll Emporium', 'Edward’s Menagerie: Dogs', 'Edward’s Menagerie: The New Collection' the ‘How to Crochet Animals’ series (Farm/Pets/Wild/Ocean) and ‘A Partridge in a Pear Tree’. @toft_uk www.toftuk.com
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How to Crochet Animals - Kerry Lord
ESSENTIAL TOOLS
IllustrationHOOK
Choose the right sized hook to match your yarn and create the correct tension (see here). If you’re buying a hook for the first time, get a good-quality one with a comfortable handle as it also doubles as the perfect tool for teasing the toy stuffing inside small parts.
IllustrationSTITCH MARKER
Marking the start or end of your rounds when working this style of crochet is essential. I recommend using a piece of contrast yarn, approximately 15cm long, positioned in the last stitch of Round 2. As you return back around to your marker, pull it forwards or backwards through or between your stitches to mark the end of the round you have just finished to help you keep track of where you are in the pattern. The marker will weave up the fabric with you, and you can simply pull it free to remove it at the end. Should you ever need to abandon your crochet halfway through a round of instruction, or if you simply lose your place when counting, you will be able to return to your marker and thus never have to do a total restart.
IllustrationIllustrationSCISSORS
Sharper scissors may be required for trimming the knot lengths on the prawn.
IllustrationSTUFFING
You can use a natural or man-made stuffing material inside your animals. Using polyester stuffing will make them easier to wash by hand or in a cool cycle in the machine.
SEWING NEEDLE
Ensure your sewing needle has a big enough eye to make it easy to thread with your chosen yarn.
IllustrationCONTRAST YARN OR SAFETY EYES
I have used black yarn to sew on all of the animals’ eyes and noses. Although safety eyes could be added before sewing up, please be aware that these should not be used on a toy for a child under five years of age.
EXTRA TOOLS
IllustrationROW COUNTER
Use a row counter if following a pattern is a new discipline for you. It may make it easier to keep track of the pattern if you do not wish to mark your place in the