Isla the Fairy Penguin lives an idealistic life by the sea. Mornings are spent fishing, and afternoons spent looking for shells and other things washed up on the shore. The summers are filled with sparkling blue, which she holds tight to when the winter comes with blistering winds. The sea is always changing, and no matter how bad the swell may be, she's learned that it's only a matter of time before calmer waters arrive once more.

This 22 page crochet pattern in US terms is filled with colour photos (35) and instructions to make sure your penguin turns out just right. Also included in the download is a printer-friendly black and white version. Instructions include a detailed colourwork penguin, net shawl, fish, and starfish. With a 2.75mm hook and DK weight yarn, she ends up roughly 17cm tall (depending on gauge) and is a perfect size for a desk companion or to fit in a child's backpack (to join in all adventures!). The fairy penguin is native to my coastal home in South West Australia, and as they are in real life, this crochet penguin is sure to be loved by all.

Key Details:

➔ Size: Approximately 17cm tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.
➔ Yarn & Hook: Designed for DK weight yarn, but you can use another weight as long as it’s consistent. Gauge isn’t critical, but keep it tight. Example images use Classic 8PLY Wool, and Rustic Tweed 8ply from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
➔ Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced. Small rounds, and plenty of colourwork! Everything is clearly labelled and photos are included to guide you through any complicated bits, but this pattern requires concentration and a fair bit of trusting the process. A video with instructions on how to change colours quickly and easily is also included with the pattern.
➔ Full Colour PDF: 22 pages, written in US crochet terms
➔ Printer Friendly PDF Version
➔ Instructions Include: Penguin, Accessories, instructions for semi-poseable limbs, video tutorial on colour changing

Materials:

➔ Yarn - The pattern is made for DK weight yarn, but being Amigurumi, gauge isn’t super important (as long as it’s tight), and you can easily switch it out for a different weight. Just make sure all the yarn used is the same weight and it should still work. I’ve used Classic & Rustic Tweed 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills for my penguin.

◆ Colour A: Black for the penguin’s beak, toes, and eyes
◆ Colour B: Dark grey/blue for the darker body colour
◆ Colour C: White/light grey for the contrasting lighter body colour
◆ Colour D: Foot/skin colour
◆ Colour E: Net shawl and fish details
◆ Colour F: Fish colour(s) – I’ve used three different shades of grey, one for each of the three fish, but any colour or colours would do
◆ Colour G: Starfish

➔ 2.75mm crochet hook to keep the stitches nice and tight. Depending on your yarn you may need to go up or down sizes to match.
➔ Stuffing
➔ Sewing pins to keep things in place as you stitch them together (not absolutely necessary, but can help keep things from sliding around)
➔ Stitch marker to keep track of rounds (I use an extra little piece of yarn)
➔ Yarn needle (or smaller if you prefer to attach pieces with thread)
➔ Scissors

A confident trickster, Julen truly lives to put smiles on folks' faces. He can always be found with his bag of shiny baubles, which mysteriously doesn't seem to run out despite him being quite generous in trade. Never staying in one place long, Julen has seen most of the known world, and is always happy to give a tale in return for a hot meal. Will you invite him to join your travels for a while?

This 25 page crochet pattern in US terms is filled with colour photos (37) and instructions to make sure your fox turns out just right. Also included in the download is a black and white printer-friendly version. Instructions include detailed colourwork, and his two accessories -- a traveller's jacket and openable satchel. With a 2.75mm hook and DK weight yarn, he ends up roughly 23cm tall (depending on gauge) and is a perfect size for a desk companion or to fit in a child's backpack (to join in all adventures!). I've made plenty of crochet creations over the years, and this fox is the one that has captured my 3yo's attention the most -- she plays with him every day.

Key Details:

➔ Size: Approximately 23cm tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.
➔ Yarn & Hook: Designed for DK weight yarn, but you can use another weight as long as it’s consistent. Gauge isn’t critical, but keep it tight. Example images use Classic 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
➔ Skill Level: Intermediate. Small rounds, and plenty of colourwork! Everything is clearly labelled and photos are included to guide you through any complicated bits.
➔ Full Colour PDF: 25 pages, written in US crochet terms
➔ Printer Friendly PDF Version
➔ Instructions Include: Accessories, instructions for semi-poseable limbs

Materials:

➔ Yarn - The pattern is made for DK weight yarn, but being Amigurumi, gauge isn’t super important (as long as it’s tight), and you can easily switch it out for a different weight. Just make sure all the yarn used is the same weight and it should still work. I’ve used Classic & Prism 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills for my fox.

◆ Colour A: White/cream for the face, paws, chest, and tail ( ~19m/21y )
◆ Colour B: Orange/red for head, body, tail, ears, and limbs ( ~72m/87y )
◆ Colour C: Black for the limbs and ears ( ~20m/22y )
◆ Colour D: Dark brown for the jacket ( ~34m/36y )
◆ Colour E: Green for the jacket trim ( ~16m/18y )
◆ Colour F: Brown for the satchel ( ~12m/13y )
◆ Colour G: Light Brown/grey for the satchel ( ~8m/8y )

➔ 2.75mm crochet hook to keep the stitches nice and tight. Depending on your yarn you may need to go up or down sizes to match.
➔ Stuffing
➔ Sewing pins to keep things in place as you stitch them together (not absolutely necessary, but can help keep things from sliding around)
➔ Stitch marker to keep track of rounds (I use an extra little piece of yarn)
➔ Yarn needle (or smaller if you prefer to attach pieces with thread)
➔ Scissors

PDF for Kreekee, Young Prince of the Crows Amigurumi Crochet Pattern Only, not the Finished Product

Meet Kreekee, the young prince of the crows, trying to find his way home to claim his kingdom—or maybe figuring out if he even wants to. This crochet pattern brings him to life as a 12 cm tall crow (using DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook) with uniquely constructed feathers and semi-poseable legs, head, wings, and tail. Kreekee is also a character in my Lizards’ Choice story pattern, where he’s one of the lizard’s unexpected encounters.

This 18 page pattern includes 34 colour images to guide you through each step and a video tutorial showing a new method for creating the feathered wings, tail, and face crests. Because of the intricate feather details and unique way of crocheting them, I recommend this pattern for intermediate to advanced makers.

Key Details:

✨ Size: Approximately 12 cm tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.
✨ Yarn & Hook: Designed for DK weight yarn, but you can use another weight as long as it’s consistent. Gauge isn’t critical, but keep it tight. Example images use Classic 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
✨ Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced due to the detailed feather techniques.
✨ Full Colour PDF: 18 pages, written in US crochet terms

Materials:

➔ Yarn - The pattern is made for DK weight yarn, but being Amigurumi, gauge isn’t super important (as long as it’s tight), and you can easily switch it out for a different weight. Just make sure all the yarn used is the same weight and it should still work. I’ve used small bits of Classic & Prism 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills for my crow. With DK weight yarn and a tight gauge your crow should end up around 12cm tall.
➔ ➔ Colour A: Beak and foot/leg colour
➔ ➔ Colour B: Head, body, wings, tail colour
➔ 2.75mm crochet hook to keep the stitches nice and tight. Depending on your yarn you may need to go up or down sizes to match.
➔ Stuffing
➔ Sewing pins to keep things in place as you stitch them together (not absolutely necessary, but can help keep things from sliding around)
➔ Stitch marker to keep track of rounds (I use an extra little piece of yarn)
➔ Yarn needle (or smaller if you prefer to attach pieces with thread), scissors

PDF Crochet Pattern Only, not the Finished Product

Meet Aldrick, a badger forest warden, living a solitary quiet life in the wilds. He doesn’t get many visitors, but any that do stumble across his domain are treated to good simple food and good tales. This crochet pattern brings him to life as a 25 cm tall badger (using DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook) with options for semi-poseable legs and arms, and includes instructions for his removable hooded cowl.

This 21 page pattern includes 38 colour images to guide you through each step. This pattern includes detailed colourwork, so might not be the best start for absolute beginners.

This pattern includes:

✨ Size: Approximately 25 cm tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.
✨ Yarn & Hook: Designed for DK weight yarn, but you can use another weight as long as it’s consistent. Gauge isn’t critical, but keep it tight. Example images use Classic 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
✨ Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced due to the colourwork.
✨ Full Colour PDF: 21 pages, written in US crochet terms
✨ Printer Friendly PDF Versions: B&W option, as well as B&W with no images

Whether displayed on a shelf or accompanying a child in play, Aldrick will spark the imagination and be a lovely addition to any Amigurumi collection. 

Materials

➔ Yarn – The pattern is made for DK weight yarn, but being Amigurumi, gauge isn’t super important (as long as it’s tight), and you can easily switch it out for a different weight. Just make sure all the yarn used is the same weight and it should still work. I’ve used small bits of Classic & Woodlands 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills for my badger.
  ◆ Colour A: White for the face and ears
  ◆ Colour B: Black for the head, nose, limbs, ears, and belly
  ◆ Colour C: A grey, preferably mottled with black or brown for the back and tail. I’ve used Bendigo Woollen Mills Woodlands 8 ply.
  ◆ Colour D: Hooded cowl
  ◆ Colour E: Trim for the hooded cowl
➔ 2.75mm crochet hook to keep the stitches nice and tight. Depending on your yarn you may need to go up or down sizes to match.
➔ Stuffing
➔ Sewing pins to keep things in place as you stitch them together (not necessary, but can help keep things from sliding around)
➔ Marker to keep track of rounds (I use an extra little piece of yarn)
➔ Yarn needle (or smaller if you prefer to attach pieces with thread), scissors, general etc