Ep 106 - My TOP 5 amigurumi books (MUST HAVE!)

Hello yarny friends!
Today I share my Top 5 must have amigurumi books:
1. Animal friends of Pica Pau
2. Crochet Iconic Women
3. Dress-up amigurumi
4. Cutest crochet creations
5. Snuggle and Play crochet
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[@creative2716]

Hooray, Cassandra!! So excited for your bears in Crochet Now mag! I knew you would be in one of the mags soon enough. And I predict your very own pattern book soon, too. Loving it! You are living the crochet dream, and deservedly so.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 💕 I'm extremely excited about the patterns being in the magazine! And who knows what the future brings (guess I'll have to start working on some spare patterns just in case...)

[@therumimillcrochet]

I’m soooooo proud and excited for you and your patterns. You deserve all praise and pride! Couldn’t happen to a better person and I’m so glad I get to call you a friend. Big hugs my dear! ❤❤❤❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you, dear Cindy 🤗 Now I must just figure out how to get my work life to stop interfering with my crochet life 🤣

[@HeidiLec]

Oh my gosh, I just love Psych! I've watched all the seasons plus the 3 movies! It's a real good show to binge watch! Congrats again for the pattern in the magazine! What a cool experience it must be to have your pattern published! And I'm with you on the Pica Pau books! They are my fave! I've done close to 15 animals from all 3 books and I don't get bored from them!

[@craftablyeverafter]

There's Psych movies! No way, I will have to try and find it when I'm through the series. Pica Pau will forever be my first love when it comes to ami books 💕

[@HeidiLec]

@craftablyeverafter Yes, yes! And they are as good as the show! 😀

[@branwynnemay]

I started my amigurumi journey with knitting and I have made dozens of critters out of books by Rebecca Danger. Just based on my enjoyment, number of patterns I’ve made and the nostalgia, I’d have to say my number one book is The Big Book of Knitted Monsters. My goal for this summer is to make amigurumi from all my new crochet books. ❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

I love the look of knitted toys, and will still have to work on my knitting skills. I've actually got several knitted toy books on my wishlist, and I'm pretty sure they will soon end up in my collection as well (just in case I might need them 😅)

[@missapippin9020]

Hello Cassandra. I have quite a lot of Amigurumi books and also a lot of other crochet books too. I also have a lot of knitting books because I knit too. I am a bookaholic. I have books on owls, greyhounds, birds, all sorts of animals, hyenas, African wild dogs and a vast array of many animal books. I love books and I love patterns. I don't have a real favourite I love them all. The more KZbin channels I watch the more books I buy. I also love audible books. Thank you for an interesting video. Take care and have a wonderful week.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Bookaholics unite! I love all books, and will probably always collect them 💖

[@kathleenullrich]

My favorite book is Aquatic Amigurumi, and I’m so excited there’s a new one coming out! I loved all your top five, except for your number four. I know a lot of ppl like that one, but it doesn’t appeal to me. I do have it , though, amigurumi book hoarder here… 🤪… but like you say, it’s wonderful how each of us gravitate towards different designers. It’s what makes this community so much fun!!

[@craftablyeverafter]

I thought of you when I saw my Aquatic amigurumi book, as I know you've made many patterns from it (I'm sure I've seen a lot of your makes on Julie's previous 'featured photos Friday' videos). That book is amazing, but definitely for the more advanced crocheter. I can't wait for her second book coming out (either end of the year, or next year, I can't remember now).

[@christineslocum-wahl1063]

Congratulations Cassandra!!!! How exciting to have your pattern in a magazine. Can't wait to get that one. My top 5 are: Pica- Pau, Dinosaur's Mammoth's and more..., Cool Cats &Amigurumi Animals by Kristy Simpson, and any of the Zoomigurumi books.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Christine 🌷 I've never heard of the book 'Cool cats & amigurumi animals', so I'd better check it out...

[@AnnieBNH]

This was fun! I don’t have any of those books. Your top choice (3) are on my wish list. Congratulations on being published in Crochet Now! Very exciting! Have a wonderful week! 💜

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🌺 You will not regret the Pica Pau books. So many crocheters love those patterns, and for good reason 💕

[@NanCrocheter80]

Hello from the east coast of Canada, I live in the province of New Brunswick. Really enjoy watching all your videos. You are very talented and I do enjoy listening to you. Thank you for all the videos. I have three Pica Pau books 1, 2, 3 editions. They are my favorite, can not choose which is my favorite.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Hello, and thank you very much 💕

[@pamrubright2164]

I’m so excited about your patterns being published! ❤ that must feel amazing! So cool! It’s really hard to pick a favorite book, but I do a lot of the Zoomigurumi patterns with several different designers. They turn out really cute. 🥰

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🌺 I am extremely excited about my pattern being published 😊 I have the Zoomigurumi favourites book, and have done 2 of those patterns. They are really great patterns.

[@debbiedawes4034]

Omg thank God I have all those books and I agree with your choice though my number 1 would be Dress up Amigarumi it's my ultimate choice to crochet from xx

[@craftablyeverafter]

The dress up amigurumi book is a great book! I'm actually feeling very tempted to make another bear from it now...😊

[@slowcrochet]

Loved hearing all these book recommendations, Cassandra! I feel like if I had amigurumi books sitting on my shelves that I would feel guilty for not working out of them more - is that odd? But my local library has been wonderful in supplying me with guilt-free books! Congratulations on the print patterns! I'll have to find a way to get ahold of those magazines! And never fear about "lurking" in the comments section. I do the same thing! Big hugs, dear friend! 💞💞

[@craftablyeverafter]

Hello, dear Mary 🤗 We all view books differently, and the library is a great resource. So no, it's not odd at all. I'm extremely excited to have my pattern in the magazine. It gives me a little more motivation to try and design more, which is what I enjoy doing. Glad I'm not the only 'lurker' out there 😅

[@chronicallycrocheting]

So funny. I am making the lion out of the Cutest Crochet Creations right now and he is big with a four weight yarn! I was thinking of you and how you use smaller yarn and I should have done that with him, lol. That being said he is going to be cuter than I expected! 😍 The book is probably my #1 pick. I’m trying to make everything in it eventually. The Luka the lion is my 11th one. Only 5 more to go. 😀 There is only one pattern in it I’m not fond of that I made and that is the Cynthia doll. The biggest problem is her nose, it looks odd. I would change the pattern to omit the nose if I made her again.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Hello Crystal 💕 So happy to see you in the comments 🤗🤗

[@ima.crochetr]

Congratulations! I’ll look forward to seeing your patterns in publication. 💕💜💕

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🤗 I'm looking forward to it too 💕

[@jameescrowther7201]

I love love love crochet books x😊 and your number 5 favourite book was a surprise! Can't wait to see your sorbet bear pattern in the crochet now magazine in June. 🐻 enjoy the rest of your weekend . Thank you for the shout out and sorry for exposing your secret 🤣

[@craftablyeverafter]

You made my day when you let me know my bear appeared in the magazine already 💕 I'm very excited!

[@InmysparetimeCrochet]

Congratulations on being published in Crochet Now Cassandra, that’s super exciting! 🎉🎉 I now need to buy more amigurumi books 😂 I only have number 4 and one of the Pica Pau ones! I love the look of all of the others though 🥰 looking forward to seeing all of the other entries in the Mix and match challenge ❤️🍄🐱

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Jenni 💕 Once you start collecting crochet books, there's no turning back 🤣 These days it feels as if amazing crochet books are being published faster than I can add them to my library!

[@carolinefortheloveofcrochet]

Hello Cassandra ❤❤ it was I who made the crocodile, it actually looks very much the same as pica pau version 😮 I still stand by my thoughts on that Snuggle and play book👎😝 you make those patterns look good. 😊 i love the ideas in the book but i am just not a fan of the flipping back and forth and the shaping of limbs. Great countdown my friend ❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

Yes, now I remember ('See you later, alligator') 😅 I'm not a fan of flipping between pages for patterns either, but for this book I can overlook it. Perhaps my list will change in another year's time, let's see 😊

[@jonil.9]

Hi Cassandra. My number one amigurumi book are the Pica Pau books. I was sure one of your favorites would be Khuc Cay since I’ve heard you talk about it several times. There are so many awesome amigurumi books it’s hard to pick my favorites. Congratulations on having your bear featured in the magazine. Take care.

[@craftablyeverafter]

I had Khuc Cay's latest book in my hands for the top 5, but it just barely didn't make the cut (it was a very close 6th place). I do like her patterns a lot 💕

[@AntisocialAuntie]

Congratulations on your pattern being published! I will buy an issue and look forward to your Christmas pattern coming out as well! 🎉🎉🎉

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🌷 I'm extremely excited for both patterns to be in the magazine.

[@leemac]

Hmm..book number 3 looks kinda cool 😏📖…. 🎉✨🥳🙌 Congratulations on getting published, Cassandra! Look at that crochet star of yours on the rise ⭐! ! Woo-hoo!! So fantastic to see and so well deserved 💝 Sunny is flipping adorable and I cannot wait to see the pattern that has been chosen for a future Christmas edition 🥰 Well done!! So looking forward to seeing all of the mushroom 🍄 cats! I don’t envy your kids in the slightest 😅 The ones I have seen so far have been stellar 💕 Xx

[@craftablyeverafter]

Hello Lee 💕 Yes, I know which book would be your #1 😁 I'm super excited to see my pattern in the magazine. it was a pattern I loved designing, so I am excited that many more people will hopefully also enjoy making her. The mushroom cat parade is going to be epic, I cannot wait! Before this year is over, we will have to do another little collab together, my friend 🤗

[@leemac]

@@craftablyeverafter Count me in for sure 🙋‍♀💕!

[@craftablyeverafter]

@@leemac I'm keeping this reply of yours as a legal and binding contract 😅🤗

[@InayasToyboxCrochet]

My favorite amigurumi pattern is the Classic Bear by Happygurumi. Congratulations on making the magazine!

[@craftablyeverafter]

I love bears, and I don't have the Happygurumi book...I might have to make a plan to get it into my collection (will have to keep an eye out on ebay, I think) 🤗

[@cocoscrochet6380]

Hi Cassandra 🤗 Congratulations 🎉 very well deserved! 👏🏻👏🏻 Havibg your pattern/s published must feel amazing! Waiting for your first pattern book with anticipation! Thank you for sharing your favourite books…I only have # 5…so far! 🥰🧶🤩

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you, Litsa 🤗 Crochet books have a sneaky way of ending up in our personal libraries 😅 Collecting amigurumi books is now just as much a hobby as crocheting for me!

[@ksmomcrochets]

Hi Cassandra, I enjoyed seeing your top 5 books! I love how we all gravitate toward different things, it is so fun to hear/see others opinions, and what they enjoy the most! I just love that alligator, he's too cute! This was such a fun video to watch, I am so so happy for you to be in the magazine! You totally deserve it, you're such an excellent pattern designer, and I am super excited to get my digital copy next month! I will go on the hunt for the physical copy of that one! 🤗🥰

[@craftablyeverafter]

When I was going through my books, and I had the Edward's menagerie book in my hands, I thought of you, and how that would probably be your favourite book 😁 It's great that we all love different books, and I will probably never stop collecting books 😅

[@ksmomcrochets]

@@craftablyeverafter 100% correct Cassandra 😂 I know I won't ever stop, there's too many that haven't even been released that I want 😁🤗

[@minini5571]

Loved your book list…I too am a hoarder when it comes to amigurumi books.😊 Congratulations on your pattern being published. That’s so exciting!🎉

[@craftablyeverafter]

Collecting amigurumi books is now nearly as big of a hobby as crocheting 😅

[@CarinaDeanDaisy]

I love watching your videos Here is a list of my favourite/most used amigurumi books 1. All of Animal Friends of Pica Pau books 2. TOFT books, all books by Kerry Lord 3. Crochet Impkins by Megan Lapp 4. All books by Khuc Cay 5. Cute Crochet Animals by Emma Varnam

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Carina (I love following your makes on Insta 🤗). I can't believe I didn't have the 'Cute crochet animals' book, which is why I ordered it this morning 🤣

[@knittingbooksetc.2810]

Congratulations on your bear. 😂 I love the alligator. And I love seeing your books even though I have them all. But I still love watching the videos where the books I have are mentioned. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 💕 You do have quite a collection of books, so I'm not surprised you have them all already 😁 I also love seeing other channels show their books.

[@knittingbooksetc.2810]

@@craftablyeverafter I prefer books to individual patterns. But yes, I have a lot. Currently I have 93 Amigurumi books, not counting the ebooks. And still my wishlist is growing. I so wanted to see your pattern that I bought the wrong magazine. I thought the last one was the June edition. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@ElainefromPenguinPlaceCrafts]

Thanks for keeping me company as I work on my mushroom cat! I should finish today!

[@craftablyeverafter]

Hello Elaine 💕 I was excited to receive your mushroom cat entry 🤗

[@clasihandmade]

I love all the pica Pau and khuc Cay books.congratulations on getting your pattern published ❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you, Shaundell 🌷 Khuc Cay does have fantastic books!

[@judyatwitchpeacecraft]

I don't have many Ami Books, I am only an advanced beginner .I have just made the Frog Lovey from the Snuggle and Snore Book. I will have to check out the Pica Pau Books . Thank you for sharing.

[@craftablyeverafter]

I crocheted for several years before I bought my first amigurumi book. But once I started...🤣🤣 Now I can't stop buying books!

[@lindajeanhouse6443]

I have quite a collection of amigurumi books as well. I keep saying I'm not going to buy any more, but then . . . Of the 5 top books on your shelf I have all but number 5. Hmmm, 🤔 I just might need that.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Amigurumi books are my top favourite craft purchase! There will always be one more book that I need 😅

[@noraspence2671]

Love your videos! I have the dress cup Amigurumi book and Pica Pau #1.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Nora 💕

[@BhavnaDubal-dl6wu]

Congratulations on getting your pattern published ❤👏👏

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 💕

[@nette5597]

congratulations of having your pattern published! 👏 The books all sound great - do they all use US crochet terms? Books are quite expensive - but I am tempted. I am after all, a novice when it comes to amigurumi. I've made a frog with a wonky leg, and a chameleon with lop-sided eyes! I do enjoy your videos which show us your city, and seeing your amigurumi visiting nature! 😀

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🌺 All the books on my top 5 are in US terms. Books are an investment, for sure. But if you compare how many patterns you get, compared to buying single patterns, it makes it worth it. That being said, I crocheted for about 5 years before I started buying amigurumi books. Mostly I used free patterns, and bought patterns mostly when they were on sale.

[@cherylcook218]

I so so love the crocodile 🐊

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Cheryl 💕

[@cherylcook218]

congratulations Cassandra 🙌🌟🌟🌟🌼🌼

[@craftablyeverafter]

🤗🤗

[@MimiMakesKeepsakes]

So excited for you!! I will have to get the magazine!!

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you, dear Marsha 🤗 I'm pretty excited as well!

[@flourishfaithfiber]

Thanks for sharing ❤ Congratulations on being published. 🎉

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 🤗

[@BeeWOWdbyAprilLee]

I have been in a crochet slump. I haven't really crocheted for a few weeks.

[@craftablyeverafter]

O no! I get the odd mini-slump here and there, and then usually end up making some or other bear pattern (which is my comfort make 😅). I guess sometimes you just need a bit of a break, but you'll get back into it soon, I'm sure 🤗

[@michellesmakery6829]

Hi Cassandra, thanks for sharing your favourites with us. Only one that I don't have in my collection. Congratulations on getting your patterns in crochet now magazine. I have a subscription so am excited to get my June issue.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Michelle 💕 You have loads of books, so I would love to see your top 5 📚

[@HappyCamperz5832]

Hi Cassandra! Congratulations on your pattern being in the magazine next month! That's wonderful! You are a fantastic designer and have earned your spot in the mag, for sure.❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you very much 💕 I'm so excited to see the pattern in the magazine 😊

[@bonnietyler5338]

Congratulations on getting your pattern published. I love all the books you talked about. There is only one that I do not have. Your little alligator is so sweet. I always enjoy your videos.

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you, Bonnie 🌷

[@robynmusto]

This is exciting news about your patterns being published! Your sorbet bear is so cute. 💖I can't believe I don't own a Pica Pau book yet. What is wrong with me? 😂 They really are such great designs. I have all three books on my wishlist. What yarn did you use for the alligator?

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Robyn 🌺 I used my beloved Hobbii Rainbow cotton 8/6, and 2.5mm hook 😊 And I can't believe you don't have any Pica Pau books 😱

[@robynmusto]

@@craftablyeverafter Thank you 🙂

[@hooksstitches9535]

I sent my photo in yesterday (Sunday) of my cat xxx

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thanks, Natasha 🌸 I've got your email (will still reply on it 🤗)

[@hooksstitches9535]

Congratulations on the spotlight with your crochet mag bear 😀 xxx

[@velvety2006]

i don't know if the book comes in English but you might wanna check out Long Legs Amigurumi by Mrs. Milly

[@craftablyeverafter]

I just bought one of her patterns on Etsy, but didn't know she had a book. I could find only a Dutch version, which would work as luckily I do understand Dutch ❤️

[@michellepiazza7698]

Congratulations!

[@craftablyeverafter]

Thank you 💕

[@GingerCatCrochet]

Great advice. 😊 ❤

[@craftablyeverafter]

I'm sure in the future my top 5 will change...(except for my #1, that will always stay the same 😅)

[@janerobinson9281]

When working from your books how do you keep the page without ruining the spines, your books are in such nice condition x

[@craftablyeverafter]

Not all my books are in great condition 😊 I do bend the books open quite a bit to make them stay open (although I don't press them completely flat), so many of my spines are quite bent. Sadly, I do have some books where the pages have come loose, so I think it also depends a lot on the quality of the binding.