Making Amigurumi: A Beginner's Guide to This Adorable Yarn Art
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Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making crochet animals and toys. The word comes from the words “ami,” which means crocheted or knitted, and “nuigurumi,” which means stuffed doll or toy.
Amigurumi started in the 1950s in Japan, but it has become a hit worldwide with the popularity of Kawaii brand products and the rise in Japanese anime, cosplay,