Narumi Ogawa - Mr. Funkys Super Crochet Wonderful

MR. FUNKYS
Super Crochet Wonderful Narumi Ogawa
NORTH LIGHT BOOKS
CINCINNATI, OHIO www.artistsnetwork.com Mr. Funkys Super Crochet Wonderful. Copyright 2007 by Narumi Ogawa. Manufactured in China. All rights reserved.

It is permissible for the purchaser to make the projects contained herein and sell them at fairs, bazaars and craft shows. No other part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means including information storage and retrieval systems without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer, who may quote a brief passage in review. Published by North Light Books, an imprint of F+W Publications, Inc., 4700 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Ogawa, Narumi.
Mr. Funkys super crochet wonderful / Narumi Ogawa.
p. cm.
ISBN 13 978-1-58180-966-4 (alk. paper)
ISBN 10 1-58180-966-2
eISBN: 978-1-4402-2558-1
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Crocheting--Patterns. I. Title.
TT820.O33 2007
746.434041--dc22 2006038689 Editor: Jessica Gordon
Designer: Cheryl Mathauer
Illustrator: Dylan Haley, Type Goes Here, Inc.
Production Coordinator: Greg Nock
Technical Editor: Julie Holetz
Photographers: Adam Henry, Adam Leigh-Manuell and John Carrico of Alias Imaging, Inc. F+W PUBLICATION, INC. Acknowledgments First of all, Id like to thank everyone who helped Mr. Funky to grow.

Id like to thank Ms. Jessica Gordon for being such a great editor. I learned a lot from her, and I thank her for being patient with me, too. Id like to thank my illustrator and good friend, Dylan Haley. Its been a pleasure working with him on this project. Many thanks to book designer Cheryl Mathauer; technical editor Julie Holetz; and photographers Adam Henry, Adam Leigh-Manuell and John Carrico of Alias Imaging, Inc.; and also to production coordinator Greg Nock.

Id like to give big thanks to my friend Zanna Williams for supporting Mr. Funky. I could not have completed this book without her! And last but not least, Id like to give big hugs and kisses to my dearest Karl Fornander and Mr. E. Rufis McGee. Dedication This book is dedicated to all the people who never thought they were crafty, but who want to try.

And to all the funky crocheters who never found a book with both patterns and charts. Mr. Funky Crochets My first endeavor in crocheting was when I happened upon a crocheting book for southpaws. I had felt like I wasnt crafty all my life until I found something that finally spoke my language! My hope is that this book will be fun for left- and right-handed crocheters of all skill levels, as well as for knitters. The designs in this book incorporate a sense of frivolity and flair that I gleaned from my childhood in Japan and my adulthood in Los Angeles. When I first began, I didnt know a thing about crocheting, but I was able to follow charts and eventually became comfortable with patterns.

As my love of crocheting expanded, I sought out pattern books that offered new, fresh and contemporary designs. But most of the books I could find were filled with projects that reminded me of my grandmothers wardrobe. So, instead of following patterns, I began creating my own designs and experimenting with clothing and accessories I thought would mesh with the trendsetting styles of my friends. My newfound creativity helped me to tap into the playfulness of my youth and inspired me to re-create the familiar, silly toys of my childhood. The intent of this book is to make you feel funky and to make sure you have some fun while creating each piece. There are two parts to this book.

The first section is made up of cute, quirky stuffed animals in the style of Japanese Amigurumi. Each design has step-by-step instructions including both written patterns and charts. Most of the designs can be made in one or two sittings. The second section includes a wide range of hip, wearable accessories that have been sold in upscale boutiques throughout the United States. Perhaps its time to break out your crochet hooks and discover (or rediscover) your crochet skills. Mr. Mr.

Funkys Tips for Happy Crochet Here are a few hints for making your crochet projects even more beautiful. If you follow these three easy suggestions, youll always have a good time crocheting. And your animals and accessories will turn out perfectly lovable and lovely. First, try to make a habit of taking care of loose ends as you work. To keep loose ends from showing, always weave them back through several stitches or work over them. Secondly, use markers. Secondly, use markers.

Markers can help distinguish the beginning of each round. You can get markers from a craft store or make them with a scrap of yarn. And finally, check your gauge before starting a project. This is important to ensure that your finished project has the correct measurements, based on the number of stitches and rows per inch (in) or centimeter (cm). See the section for more information on gauge. Mr.

Funkys
Amigurumi Animals This chapter will show you how to make sweet stuffed animals in the style of the Japanese art, Amigurumi. Typically, Amigurumi (crocheted stuffed dolls) have large, oversized noggins and cylindrical bodies. These designs incorporate original accessories to personalize your Amigurumi. You can add pom-poms or cute buttons with fuzzy or glittery yarns. You might notice that your Amigurumi enjoy wearing scarves and hats to keep them warm or need a purse for carrying their everyday necessities. Sometimes, Amigurumi can be useful to a person on the go.

Check out the will snuggle up around your neck to keep you warm on a February night. To construct these lovable animals, you will mainly need two crochet hooks, a larger size for increasing stitches and a smaller size for decreasing stitches. One important thing to remember when making the dolls is to leave a long tail when you finish crocheting each of the extremities and head (not the body) so you have plenty of yarn for sewing the parts together. And when you finish the face, make sure the parts are evenly placed. Is the nose in between the eyes? Are the eyes on the same row? And finally, use plenty of stuffing and distribute it evenly. A chopstick or thick crochet hook can help you fill your Amigurumi without leaving any unsightly lumps.