My passion for toy making which started about 3 years ago began with these two amigurumi cats. And of course after you make cats, you have to make a pregnant rabbit and her husband. (notice the hand on her belly):
From there it grew...
And grew.
Where do I find my inspiration? I always start with a question: what would I have wanted to play with as a little girl? Then it feels sometimes like the toys literally make themselves. At first as I was learning the little tricks of the trade I often went to Etsy or Ravelry in search of patterns. As I have been knitting and crocheting for quite awhile, I would usually put a little of my own spin on them. Now I am designing my own patterns.
I keep on thinking aren't you getting a little bored? Maybe you should try something else for a bit? Nope, at least for now I am still on this train and loving the ride. I also have given many as gifts to my 8 year old grand niece. She is at that wonderful age where she doesn't yet think her whimsical aunt is silly.
If you would like to see more of my creations here is a link to my Pinterest board:
Knitting and Crocheting With Dances With Yarn:
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