Have you ever had the perfect amigurumi idea in your head… but didn’t know where to start? 🧶✨
Whether it’s a cute animal, a quirky mashup, or something totally unique, turning your idea into a finished creation can feel overwhelming. That’s exactly why I created this free Amigurumi Design Worksheet—to help you bring your ideas to life, one stitch at a time 💛
Designing your own crochet pieces doesn’t have to be complicated. With a little planning, you can go from “just an idea” to a finished project you’re proud of.
This printable is designed to be simple, fun, and super helpful for crocheters of all skill levels.
🎨 Design Sketch Area
Use the back of the page to draw your idea—no artistic skills required! Just sketch out shapes, features, and proportions. I keep a box of crayons on hand to draw out my designs.
🌈 Color Planning Section
Choose your main color, accents, and details so your project looks exactly how you imagine it.
🧵 Yarn & Tools Tracker
Keep track of:
Yarn type and weight
Hook size
Extras like safety eyes, stuffing, and embellishments
Create your own crochet zoo with this fun and adorable collection of amigurumi patterns 🐾✨ Filled with 20 cute animals you would find in the zoo and easy-to-follow designs, this ebook is perfect for making playful gifts, nursery decor, and lovable handmade friends 🧶💛
A wild crochet adventure awaits—one stitch at a time!
Down the Rabbit Hole: A Whimsical Journey Through Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
There’s a reason Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland has remained a beloved classic for over 150 years—it’s a wild, imaginative ride that takes readers far beyond the ordinary.
Written by Lewis Carroll in 1865, the story begins when a curious young girl named Alice spots
a White Rabbit in a hurry and decides to follow him. Without warning, she tumbles down a rabbit hole and into a world that defies all logic: Wonderland.
In this topsy-turvy land, nothing makes sense, and that’s exactly what makes it so magical. Alice encounters an unforgettable cast of characters—
and the temperamental Queen of Hearts, who’s always shouting “Off with their heads!”
As she navigates this strange world, Alice drinks potions that make her shrink, eats cakes that make her grow, and tries to make sense of the constant nonsense around her.
She even ends up playing a bizarre game of croquet using flamingos as mallets and hedgehogs as balls.
But the real beauty of the story lies in its layers. Beneath the whimsy and wordplay, Carroll weaves in clever commentary on childhood, growing up, and the absurdity of rigid rules. In the end, just as Alice is about to be punished by the Queen, she boldly stands up for herself—and wakes up to realize it was all a dream.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland isn’t just a story—it’s an experience. A journey into the imagination where the impossible becomes reality and curiosity is the greatest superpower of all.
This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you chose to sign up for a program or make a purchase using my link. It’s okay – I love all of these companies anyways, and you will too!
Shop Lion Brand’s July 4th Holiday Savings and save 30% on Yarn/Kits + Double Points with code FIREWORKS30DP at checkout. Offer valid 07/04/25 until 07/06/25
Every May 1st, we celebrate National Mother Goose Day—a charming occasion that invites us to revisit the whimsical world of nursery rhymes, fairy tales, and sing-song stories that have enchanted children for centuries. Whether it’s “Jack and Jill” or “Humpty Dumpty,” these rhymes aren’t just playful verses—they’re part of our cultural fabric and childhood memories.
The Origin of Mother Goose The term “Mother Goose” dates back to the 1600s in Europe, often referring to a fictitious author of nursery rhymes and fairy tales. The first English-language collection, Mother Goose’s Melodies, was published in the 18th century and included many rhymes still known today. Over time, “Mother Goose” became synonymous with storytelling for young children.
Why Celebrate? Mother Goose rhymes do more than entertain. They teach rhythm, language, memory, and even simple morals. Their repetition and rhyme structure make them ideal for early literacy and language development. Plus, they offer a comforting connection between generations—most of us were rocked to sleep or cheered up with these verses as kids.
On this National Mother Goose Day, I have compiled a few crochet patterns (most are free) to celebrate the simple joy of storytelling. Whether you’re sharing rhymes with your children or recalling them from your own childhood, it’s a day to honor the magic of words, rhythm, and imagination.
Today kicks off the 2025 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop with a FREE crochet pattern from Jo’s Crafty Hook! Today get a FREE copy of Furry Friends Rug Crochet Pattern. It was designed especially for her cat Maze who just loves to curl up on her crochet designs! The design uses two strands of yarn to create a nice thick rug to keep your furry friend comfortable. Visit the 2025 Pet Appreciation Blog Hop link below for today’s FREE crochet pattern. http://www.joscraftyhook.com/2025-pet-appreciation-blog-hop
This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you chose to sign up for a program or make a purchase using my link. It’s okay – I love all of these companies anyways, and you will too!
Brighten up your bathroom with a splash of tropical flair! This Flamingo Toilet Paper Cover crochet pattern is a fun, quirky project that’s both decorative and practical. Whether you’re aiming for kitschy charm or a cheerful pop of color, this crochet flamingo will keep your spare roll stylishly under wraps.
What You’ll Need:
Worsted weight yarn in pink (225 yards), black (3 yards), and white (5 yards)
Base & Body The base is worked in rounds of crocodile stitches to form the flamingo’s “fluffy” cover and fit snugly over a large toilet paper roll.
Neck & Head The head and long neck are crocheted separately and lightly stuffed, then curved and sewn onto the body.
🌴 Tips & Customization:
Use a variegated pink yarn for a feathered effect.
Add a tiny bow or a flower crown for extra personality.
Make a matching flamingo-themed hand towel or rug!
📷 Share Your Creation!
We’d love to see your flamingo bathroom friend! Share your finished piece on social media with the hashtag #FlamingoTPCover and tag us so we can admire your work.
Gauge: 6 crocodile st rows = 4”
Special Stitches:
V-stitch: dc, ch 1, dc in same sp
Crocodile st: Working around the post of the first dc of V-stitch of previous rnd, work 5 dc around this post. Ch 1, turn to work on other side of V-stitch. Work 5 dc around 2nd post of V-stitch.
Rnd 1: With pink yarn, ch 66, join to form a ring. Be careful not to twist. Sc in each ch (66 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 4, dc in first st (counts as first V-stitch), *sk 2 sts, V-stitch in next st,* repeat around (22 V-stitches). Join with sl st in 3rd ch of ch-4.
Rnd 3: *Crocodile st in V-stitch, V-stitch in next V-stitch,* repeat around (11 crocodile sts).
Rnd 4: Ch 4, dc in center of V-stitch (counts as first V-stitch), V-stitch in center of crocodile st, V-stitch in next V-stitch,* repeat around (22 V-stitches).
Rnds 5-15: Repeat Rnds 3-4 until there are 8 rows of crocodile stitches (or length needed to cover roll of toilet paper), ending with Rnd 3.
Rnd 16: Ch 4, dc in first V-stitch, (*dc in crocodile st, V-stitch in V-stitch,* 2 time, V-stitch in crocodile stitch, sk V-stitch, V-stitch in crocodile st, v-stitch in V-stitch, V-stitch in crocodile stitch, sk V-stitch), repeat ( to ), V-stitch in last crocodile st, join with sl st (18 V-stitches).
Rnd 17: Repeat Rnd 3 (9 crocodile sts).
Rnd 18: Ch 4, dc in first V-stitch, *V-stitch in crocodile st, V-stitch in V-stitch, V-stitch in crocodile st, sk V-stitch,* 4 times, V-stitch in last crocodile st (14 V-stitches).
Rnd 19: Repeat Rnd 3 (7 crocodile sts).
Rnd 20: Ch 1, sk V-stitch, *V-stitch in crocodile st, V-stitch in V-stitch, V-stitch in crocodile st, sk V-stitch,* 3 times, V-stitch in last crocodile st (10 V-stitches). Join with sl st in first dc of first V-stitch.
Rnd 21: Repeat Rnd 3 (5 crocodile sts).
Rnd 22: Ch 4, dc in V-stitch, *V-stitch in crocodile st, sk V-stitch,* repeat around (6 V-stitches).
Rnd 23: Repeat Rnd 3 (3 crocodile sts). Join.
Rnd 24: Ch 1, 2 sc across each crocodile st. Join with sl st. Fasten off and close with ult fin.
HEAD:
Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout head and neck.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts (4 sc).
Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat once (6 sc).
Rnds 4-5: Sc in each st.
Rnd 6: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (9 sc).
Rnd 7: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off black yarn.
Rnd 8: With white yarn, sc in each st.
Rnd 9: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).
Rnds 10-12: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 12. Fasten off white yarn.
Rnd 13: With pink yarn, 2 sc in each st (24 sc).
Rnds 14-15: Sc in each st.
Rnd 16: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).
Rnds 17-19: Sc in each st.
Fold pipe cleaner twice so it measures approximately 3”. Insert into beak and stuff around it. Insert eyes at Rnd 15, 8 sts apart.
Rnd 20: *Inv dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).
Rnd 21: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).
Rnd 22: Sc in each st.
Rnd 23: *Inv dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (15 sc).
Rnd 24: Sc in each st. Mark last st in rnd.
Repeat Rnd 24 until neck measures 5” from marker. Join with sl st. Fasten off pink leaving 12” length for sewing.
Trim curler to 4.5”. Insert into neck and stuff lightly around curler. Bend last 2” of neck and sew to center of body at Rnds 23-24.
Get 50% off of the newest design from Jo’s Crafty Hook, the Lacey Wrap Crochet Pattern until May 4, 2025 as part of Crochet Designer Community Weekly Featured Pattern.
This airy, lacy wrap would look beautiful using Spring or Summer colors of ombre or varigated yarn.
Copy and paste the link below to get the Coupon Code needed to get 50% off
To celebrate National Pet Appreciation Month 🐶 🐱 from May 1-15, 2025 you will find NEW pet crochet patterns daily FREE for 24 hours!
We have a GREAT group of crochet designers participating this year. You will find NEW designs that you can make to celebrate the love you receive from your pets.
Make sure you check out Jo’s Crafty Hook every day from May 1 to May 15 to get your freebie!!
This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you chose to sign up for a program or make a purchase using my link. It’s okay – I love all of these companies anyways, and you will too!
Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together.
90 days
__utma
ID used to identify users and sessions
2 years after last activity
__utmt
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests
10 minutes
__utmb
Used to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
30 minutes after last activity
__utmc
Used only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session.
End of session (browser)
__utmz
Contains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server
6 months after last activity
__utmv
Contains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
2 years after last activity
__utmx
Used to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test.
18 months
_ga
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gali
Used by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked
30 seconds
_ga_
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gid
ID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity
24 hours
_gat
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager
1 minute
Marketing cookies are used to follow visitors to websites. The intention is to show ads that are relevant and engaging to the individual user.
Pinterest Tag is a web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic.
Unique value with which users can be identified by X. Collected information is used to be personalize X services, including X trends, stories, ads and suggestions.
2 years
external_referer
Our Website uses X buttons to allow our visitors to follow our promotional X feeds, and sometimes embed feeds on our Website.
2 years
guest_id
This cookie is set by X to identify and track the website visitor. Registers if a users is signed in the X platform and collects information about ad preferences.
