Amigurumi: Create Crochet Finger Puppets
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Learn to crochet finger puppets inspired by classic tales to encourage story time and motivate young readers
Looking for a fun way to bring classic tales to life? Try designing your own miniature characters to enrich the reading experience. Embark on a crafting adventure in this online course and learn to create finger-sized dolls alongside Carla Mitrani, amigurumi designer (Amour Fou) and author of Crochet Iconic Women, a collection of patterns to crochet 15 women who changed the world.
She teaches how to crochet finger puppets inspired by popular classic tales to accompany story time. By the end, you’ll know how to design your own puppets and even turn them into full-size amigurumi.
Carla Mitrani opens the course by introducing herself and telling you the story of how she started crocheting amigurumi. She also shares the influences that inspire her designs.
Next, Carla discusses the importance of reading during childhood and how finger puppets can make this activity even more engaging.
Move on to the final project and analyze a classic tale and its different versions to find references for your characters. Next, draw a sketch of each, gather the materials you need, and learn how to read patterns.
Let the show begin! Carla teaches you how to crochet each puppet stitch by stitch, starting with the body and head, followed by the arms, hair, and clothing. Then, try your hook at an animal character.
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