Amigurumi Animal Hats Growing Up

Book excerpt: Meet a menagerie of amazing animal hats in this exciting collection for ages 6 through adult! These easy-level patterns will show you how to use basic stitches, simple shapes and common yarns to make incredible critters and have tons of fun! Amigurumi is a cute and cartoony style of crochet using the single crochet stitch. This book contains 20 patterns in 3 sizes to fit head circumferences from 18" to 24," a key to pattern-reading and 170 color photographs including step-by-step stitch tutorials plus various views of completed projects. Clearly written instructions are provided so that crocheters of any level can achieve success. This delightful set of unisex hat patterns includes a magnificent snow leopard, rhinoceros, octopus, lion, tiger, bald eagle and bear; a whimsical flamingo, penguin, ladybug, frog, and bee; an amazing mallard, owl, turtle and shark; plus a lovable dog, cat, rabbit and sheep. These hats feature cozy ear flaps or attached scarves and patterns designed so that you can interchange these elements---or omit either to make any hat as a beanie. Amigurumi animal hats are fun for campus wear, snowy slopes, sports events or anywhere! Youngsters, oldsters and hipsters alike will love these spirited hats to show their style, stay super warm and make someone smile!