Knit This Doll!: A Step-by-Step Guide to Knitting Your Own Customizable Amigurumi Doll - Softcover

Moulton, Nicki

Softcover

ISBN 10: 047062440X ISBN 13: 9780470624401

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Ltd, 2011

Synopsis

Discover the most adventurous way to knit dolls

Amigurumi is the Japanese hobby of creating dolls and anthropomorphic stuffed animals with an anime aesthetic. Long popular in Asia, amigurumi are on an upward trajectory in the U.S. as more crafters discover this unique form of artwork.

Now, two great hobbies-amigurumi and knitting-come together brilliantly in Knit This Doll! Adventurous knitters of all skill levels can test their own creativity as they work their way through menus of options to create truly one-of-a-kind dolls. Each step of the way knitters by selecting skin tones, hair styles, various attributes and even making removable shoes, sweaters, hats, skirts, jeans, and more.

• Combines knitting with the Japanese hobby amigurumi
• Basic pattern for a large, 15-inch doll, with a range of detail options and accessories to make countless combinations of original dolls. No two will be alike!
• Illustrated, step-by-step instructions included throughout

Can you think of a more original way to knit? Grab your knitting needles, unleash your imagination, and get ready to Knit This Doll!

About this title

About the Author

Nicki Moulton is an up-and-coming fiber artist. Her original patterns have been featured in art shows, and two of her knitted dolls have become part of a permanent collection at the Swedish American Museum in Chicago.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Ltd
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 047062440X
• ISBN 13: 9780470624401
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160