I've been crocheting since I was about 8. I learned from my Nana and then I learned from books like Klutz. I love these books for their clear illustrations for showing exactly what to do.

This book has a lot of wonderful and cute patterns for making cute little critters. There are more photos in this book to help with technique. They are clear photos that take up a lot of space in the book. This is such a god send for learning. It truly starts with basics and specific amigurumi terms and answers many questions in a great and clear way.

Most books might stop with the photos but not this one. There are photos for just about every unique part for the different critters. Seeing this would give me a little confidence boost when making things just to check to see if things are coming along right.

Give it a shot! Try making and learning a new craft.

p.s. The second one will always look better.

I love to crochet and already own quite a few crochet pattern books, so I was so excited to receive an ARC copy of this one! The patterns are easy to understand with lots of photos and description. There are many unique patterns that I am looking forward to crocheting including Taffy the Axolotl, Samson and Scout the Spiders, and Nelly and Nelson the Sloths. Thanks NetGalley and Cider Mill Press for gifting me a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This is great! The animals are adorable with great designs, and the instructions on how to make them are very clear to me and easy to follow. How the book is designed is also very cute and fits the vibe of the animals.

I think this book is also suitable for people who have not crocheted that long, because there are some great tips and tricks in it, and some great explanations on why you should do things a certain way. And, like I already said, it's very easy to follow. That is great for when you are not experienced enough for complex patterns!

I really recommend this book if you like to crochet!

I just started crochet a couple months ago, and I don't work on it all that often, but this is super useful! The images are wonderful and easy to understand making it easy to follow and learn new stitches. It has information for all levels of learning. I am super excited to continually use this to help make little critters!

thanks to NetGalley for the eARC
⭐️=5

thoughts: this was so fun! very cute patterns and helpful tips—I’ve been crocheting for a few years and am pretty experienced, and I still found some of them helpful. the instructions were clear and concise with helpful pictures when necessary. highly recommend, especially the panda!

Amigurumi Critters by Amy Ting is a highly informative crochet pattern book that stands out for its thoughtful organization and charming character design. While it doesn't include traditional beginner-level patterns, it’s still an excellent resource for anyone just getting into the world of crochet, especially those eager to dive into amigurumi.

The patterns are clearly grouped by skill level: intermediate-beginner +, intermediate, and experienced. This makes it easy for readers to pick projects that match their comfort zone while still offering a clear path to skill progression. There are around four patterns in the intermediate-beginner + range and four in the experienced category, making it well-suited to intermediate crocheters overall, with 19 other patterns.

What really sets this book apart is how educational it is. Amy Ting doesn’t just give you step-by-step instructions; she explains why things are done a certain way. These helpful blurbs provide valuable insight into the logic behind each step, which is especially useful for newer crocheters who want to deepen their understanding.

The book is packed with helpful tools and resources: a hook size chart, guidance on yarn, pins, and needles, and even detailed explanations on techniques like the magic circle, including pictures and a link to a video tutorial. It also covers essentials like identifying the right side vs. the wrong side of crochet work. I’ve been crocheting for five years, and I still found new tips and tricks in this book.

The variety of animals makes flipping through the pages a fun and surprising experience. Each critter has its own name and backstory (like Sheldon and Neville the capybara twins, whose motto is “There is always good in life if you look for it”), which adds a layer of whimsy and personality.

In short, Amigurumi Critters is a great pick for intermediate crocheters and a valuable resource for ambitious beginners. With clear instructions, thoughtful explanations, and irresistibly cute characters, it’s a great choice to grab off the shelf.

Amigurumi Critters by Amy Ting is absolutely adorable! Each little “critter” is so cute, and the patterns are very well written and are easy to follow!
I had so much fun picking out which critter to start with! (spoiler alert: I chose Finnegan the Fox because I love foxes!) 🦊
These would make perfect gifts or just be fun little projects to crochet. If you’re into amigurumi you’re going to love this book! 🧶💞🐼🐨🐷🐸

What an adorable book. It's beginner friendly and the patterns are well sorted by difficulty.
My favorites were the fox, the sea turtles and the pug!

4.25 star
Cute animals ,patterns look easy enough .
looking forward to making some of these especially the seal ,sloth , turtle and chickens

This is an amazing crochet book!! I have never read a crochet book this informative, and it answers all of these crochet questions I've had for years! Each picture and direction is clear and instructive, and I had no problems following it. All the animals are adorable, and I love the way they are crocheted. This is a great crochet book, especially for the tips in the beginning. They all address these things I've never really understood, and the author cleared it all up!!

I recommend this completely!

I very recently started my journey with crochet, mostly relying on video tutorials and organized kits. I have made a few pieces, but I would definitely call myself a beginner. I wondered if my skills were good enough to take on the projects in this book, but those doubts quickly disappeared when I saw how approachable and encouraging Amigurumi Critters is.

Amy Ting begins the book with an uplifting introduction that reminds the reader that crochet—or any craft— should be a judgment-free journey. Then, Ting includes a section of basic techniques and abbreviations, which supports all experience levels. I really appreciated this addition! 

Getting into the patterns, each critter has a cute, creative backstory. This, paired with the whimsical design, makes the book incredibly fun to read!  The directions are precise, supported by clear photos and helpful QR codes. While I think they may be out of my current abilities, I really want to make Shredder for my sister and Sampson/Scout for myself. Looks like I have some practicing to do!

Reading Amigurumi Critters has reignited my interest in crochet, and I give it 5/5 stars! I will definitely be obtaining a physical copy for my collection. This guide is a must-have for any crocheter. 

Thank you to NetGalley, Amy Ting, and Cider Mill Press for the ARC copy of the book in exchange for my review! All expressed opinions are my own.

As an avid amigurumi maker myself, I'm always looking for new cute patterns so when I saw this book I knew I needed to check it out! I love the critters, they are all so adorable. The patterns are clear and the instructions are easy to read and understand. I loved that they included QR codes to the authors Youtube page with videos for the different stitches. I feel like this will be really helpful to readers.

Thank you to netgalley for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. As someone who is new to crocheting this book was perfect, the first part goes through the basics of different stitches and then we get to the critters, they are all adorable. I obviously haven't done all of them but the ones I have done, while they might not have come out amazing which is more user error than the book, I loved making them all and this book is the perfect addition to any crocheters library.

I love the clarity of this book. The patterns are thoughtfully laid out, and the step-by-step visuals make even the trickier stitches feel doable. Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just starting your yarn journey, the guidance is both welcoming and precise.

Also, the pictures of the animals hanging out around the farm is delightful.

I did make one project from this book. The littles snatched it up before I could make a hat for it. :D

Too Cute for Words!

The front cover draws you in and the author Amy Ting does a great job of breaking down the how-to steps of creating your very own Amigurumi Critters. I like how in the beginning of the book, there is very color photo pictures detailing the steps of all the techniques that will be needed. As you work your way through the book, as you select which critter you want to create, again, great how-to steps are given, broken down to the difficulty level and the pictures are extremely helpful.

Crochet critters are all the rage and this book simplifies step by step how to make each one, with bright, colorful pictures.

I absolutely loved this book! 💛 It explains everything really clearly, step by step, and it's perfect if you're just getting started with amigurumi. The instructions are super easy to follow, and the pictures are a huge help in understanding each stitch and technique.

What I enjoyed the most is how friendly and encouraging the tone is it feels like someone is guiding you patiently the whole way. It’s not overwhelming at all, and it actually makes you want to keep going and finish each project.

Perfect for beginners, but also a great resource if you already have some experience and are looking for new ideas. I totally recommend it if you love crafts and want to make cute little plushies with your own hands!

Easy to follow instructions and really cute critters all around. As a novice crochet enthusiast, I enjoyed this.

A collection of cute animals to make amigurumi!

I liked the instructions of the various stitches with clear photos at the front of the book, which s handy even for seasoned crocheters.

I think it would have been helpful to have an index of the animals, because you otherwise need to flip through the entire book to see what animals you can make.

The patterns were easily understandable and well written. The pictures were both very cute and helpful to visualize the pattern and steps. There were so many cute animals to choose from and it was well laid out. I would use this pattern book personally and recommend to friends and family!