A Crochet World of Creepy Creatures and Cryptids: 40 Amigurumi Patterns for Adorable Monsters, Mythical Beings and More

by Rikki Gustafson

Overview

Create the Monster Menagerie of Your Dreams

Who says creepy can’t be cute? With this impressive amigurumi collection you can unlock a whole new world of creatures and cryptids in all their scaryadorable glory. From classic cryptids like Cthulhu, Nessie and Mothman to paranormal paragons like Zombies, Werewolves and Nosferatu himself, there’s no end to the delightful terrors you can create.

These 40 unique patterns capture each creature’s quirks like the majesty of dragons’ wings, Medusa’s snake hair and the horror of Slender Man’s tentacles. While you’re creating, you can follow helpful tips on making your own colored eyes and pattern customization for color and sizing. Whether you’re looking to add some spooky new additions to your own plushie collection or are hoping to surprise the horror fan in your life, there’s a loveable monster in here for everyone.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781645675396
Publisher:	Page Street Publishing
Publication date:	07/12/2022
Sold by:	Macmillan
Format:	eBook
Pages:	168
Sales rank:	102,493
File size:	121 MB
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About the Author

Rikki Gustafson is an amigurumi pattern designer best known for her pop culture creations. She sells custom patterns and plushies on Etsy and at conventions including GeekCraft Expo and Rose City Comic Con. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

Table of Contents

Introduction 9

Techniques 11

Cryptids 15

Cthulhu 17

Nessie 19

Mothman 23

Chupacabra 25

Jackalope 29

Sandworm 31

Man-Eaters 35

Werewolf 37

Zombie 40

Slender Man 43

Nosferatu 46

Minotaur 49

Cyclops 52

Manticore 57

Creatures of the Deep 61

Kraken 63

Mermaid 65

Kelpie 69

Grindylow 71

Kappa 75

Kaiju 79

Forest Dwellers 83

Big Foot 85

Gnome 87

Centaur 90

Chimera 94

Leshy 99

Jersey Devil 102

Mischief Makers 107

Medusa 109

Fairy 113

Krampus 115

Kitsune 119

Goblin 121

Boogie Man 125

Frankenstein's Monster 127

The Greys 131

Sci-Fi Robot 133

Winged Beasts 137

Dragon 139

Griffin 143

Phoenix 145

Harpy 149

One-Eyed, One-Homed, Flying Purple People Eater 153

Gargoyle 157

Acknowledgments 160

About the Author 163

Index 165

Editorial Reviews

I am in love with every one of these incredible designs! The detailed instructions will enable you to easily capture the cuteness of these creatures and cryptids!” —Theresa Kicher, amigurumi designer of Theresa’s Crochet Shop

“Rikki succeeded in transforming all those scary monsters into the cutest possible ones! This is a must-have if you are diving into the amigurumi world!” —Isl Han, amigurumi designer of Hanis Crochet

“Full to the brim with expertly designed patterns and creative photographs, Rikki invites us into her whimsical world of amigurumi that is sure to inspire you to pick up a hook and start crocheting.” —Phillip Ha, author of The Crochet Wildlife Guide

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