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I dabble in all sorts of DIYs, arts, and crafts. Here is the stuff I love!
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Yes, they’re pricey, but worth the investment. I have very tight tension. I can’t help it, it’s just how I naturally crochet. These are the only hooks that have held up. Other brands bend or break. Plus they’re comfy. Win win!
Clover Amour Crochet Hook Set
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This is the exact stitch counter I have and it’s been wonderful. Instead of making tick marks with pencil and paper every time I finish a row in a long pattern, this simple gadget helps me keep track. Just a satisfying little click every time. No bat...
CloverĀ® Knitting Counter, Kacha-Kacha
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You need them. That’s it. You need them. These clasp easily and nicely so you can’t lose them! They don’t just slip off while you’re in the middle of your project. Anything else is dumb. These are good šŸ‘
HiyaHiya Locking Stitch Markers for Knit and Crochet
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You’re going to need needles 🪔 For hiding threads and attaching heads! The needles with a bend in them are going to come really handy. Trust me. You’ll reach for those more eventually. Like when you’re attaching body parts to your Amigurumi.
19 Pcs Yarn Needles Set Assorted ...
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When I need to attach a head, limb, snout, hair, etc. to my Amigurumi I’m creating… pins help me first visualize where to position the parts perfectly… then the pins help me KEEP the parts secure as I’m stitching them in place, which is incredibly h...
Loops & Threadsā„¢ Long Pearlized Pins, Color: Multi
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This is what I use for the thin details on my crochet projects. Such as lashes, brows, mouths… all very easy to stitch with this floss. It’s the perfect width, but it’s intentionally made with strands that are very easy to pull apart if you need thin...
DMCĀ® 6 Strand Embroidery Floss, Dark, Color: 310 Black
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I bought these for my crochet creations. What I love about them is they have the option to put the instagram logo along with your instagram name. I couldn’t find that image anywhere else for a small, washable faux leather tag like this. Great way to ...
100 Pcs Personalized Sewing Label for Handmade Knitting Label for Crochet ...
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If you’re going to get into Amigurumi, you’re going to need safety eyes. This is a very nice kit to start you off that will also last a while.
662Pcs Safety Eyes and Noses for Amigurumi, Junreox ...
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You’re done with basic and ready to get cute with your Amigurumi?? Give these a try! Come on, they’re adorable and sparkly! 🄹✨
Large Glitter Safety Eyes for Amigurumi – 1218mm 160pcs with Washers for DIY Puppets, Bears & Plush Animals
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ā—ļøFor 6 - 12 mm safety eyes. ā—ļø A tool to attach the safety eyes for your Amigurumi. Don’t hurt yourself. Get a tool. It’s pretty hard otherwise.
Latonyar Safety Eye Tool for Crocheting, Eye Snapper ...
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It’s hard to pick ✨THE✨ yarn to recommend. It depends on your project and preferences. BUT, with that being said, I recently crocheted a tank top with this yarn (I’m wearing it in my profile picture!), which is made with cotton (I prefer garments mad...
Lion Brand Yarn - Coboo 6 Pack, Color: Beige
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Are you wondering what yarn everybody uses to make those cute, plushy, CHUNKY Amigurumis?? It’s this yarn. This is the one. If you get anything else, it will come apart. The fibers start falling apart from the thread that holds them together. It’s ha...
6 Pack: BernatĀ® Blanketā„¢ Yarn, Color: Misty Green
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My mom gifted me this book when my love for crochet was really taking off. It was my very first Amigurumi book, and honestly, I feel like it was the best place to start! I learned a lot from this book. It’s very nicely put together and explained. So ...
Too Cute Amigurumi: 30 Crochet Patterns for Adorable Animals, Playful Plants, Sweet Treats and More

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I’ve used this specific spray paint for my daughter’s shelves, bookcase, and furniture. It has a nice sheen to it. Does not apply spotty. Very smooth. So it is very easy to use. Beginner friendly. And I didn’t do much sanding at all. You could probab...
Rust-Oleum American Accents 2X Ultra Cover Satin French Lilac Oil-based Spray paint and primer in one ( NET WT. 12-oz )
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The very best super glue! It doesn’t seal the lid shut after you used it once, like other annoying super glues do. So easy to use over and over again on different occasions. And has these little squeeze sides that make it extra easy! It is STRONG! An...
LoctiteĀ® Gel ControlĀ® Super Glue