About the Designer
Tell us about how you got into crochet.
Seriously, I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t creating, crafting, or designing something. I’ve always loved creating new things and even before I learned how to crochet back in 2012, you could find me drawing, embroidering, or knitting.
Enter Crochet. When I learned how to crochet I realized that this was “my” craft and I hadn’t loved (and still haven’t loved) any craft as much since.
With the right hook and yarn, I can create anything my heart desires. And I can create it just how I want it. There’s something quite special about that in a world where custom items and handmade things have taken a bit of a back seat to a mass-consumer society.
When did you start Storyland Amis?
I started Storyland Amis in 2015. This little business is my dream come true. The realization of all my efforts and creativity back when I was a little girl working on various crafts. I put all my heart and soul into everything about Storyland Amis. Before I release each pattern, I make sure I love it and I’m proud of it. And I keep you in mind, too, when I’m designing, making sure every design is easy to understand and crochet.
Can you tell us about your design
“Meet Ribbert the Crochet Frog! Ribbert is a Cajun frog from the Louisiana Bayou. He loves everything about his home, but especially the delicious food his mama makes! His favourites are gumbo and jambalaya. He loves listening to jazz and enjoys spending time with his friend Richie the Gator.”
Holly says, “The original Japanese style of amigurumi is an animal with a large, oversized head and a small body. The arms and legs are also usually small and short and the face is distinctive because the eyes are far apart with the mouth/muzzle directly between the eyes. This creates a cute or look.“
What is Amigurumi?
Amigurumi is a Japanese art form of creating small crocheted or knitted stuffed toys, dolls or figurines. The word “amigurumi” comes from the Japanese words “ami”, meaning crocheted or knitted, and “nuigurumi”, meaning stuffed doll. The art of making amigurumi involves using simple crochet techniques to create small and detailed shapes, which are then stuffed with fiberfill to create cute and often whimsical characters.
Worked typically in the round and are made with a combination of basic stitches such as double crochet and slip stitch. Amigurumi has become increasingly popular in recent years, with crafters around the world sharing patterns and designs to create their own unique amigurumi creations.
