Janine Holmes - Super Cute Crochet: 10 Super Cute Projects for Animal Lovers

For the most accurate sizing, refer to the millimeter measurements when selecting a hook for your project. Scissors A good pair of scissors will make for clean cuts and quick snips. Tapestry Needle A quality metal tapestry needle will make sewing your work together a snap! Avoid plastic needles as they sometimes bend when going through multiple layers of crochet. Textured Yarn There are two types of textured yarn used for the animals in this book. One is referred to as fleecy yarn (also known as chenille yarn) and the other is referred to as furry yarn (also known as eyelash or filament yarn). Safety Eyes Safety eyes are attached using a plastic washer and are great for toys intended for children ages three and older.

For children younger than three years of age, eyes can be embroidered on in tight groupings of satin stitches. Notions and Storage Here is a list of a few more goodies to add to your crochet supplies! Stitch Counter: A row or stitch counter will help you keep track of where you are in your pattern. Marking Pins: Super handy for helping to position your pattern pieces before sewing everything together. Split or Locking Rings: While some patterns will specifically call for place markers (abbreviation: pm) to help mark useful landmarks on your work, these rings can also help you track where your rounds begin, mark the corners of a square piece, or hold two edges of your work together for easier sewing. Automatic Pencil and Sticky Notes: Great for jotting down notes and sticking them into your book as you work. Ball-Tip Bristle Brush: Very useful for teasing out the filaments of the furry yarn once you have finished the crocheted pieces.

By doing this you will end up with a much fluffier fabric. Suede Brush: A suede brush can be used to brush out yarn to make it fluffier. Tweezers: A handy tool for stuffing small or narrow pieces of crochet. Tweezers also make topping up with stuffing just before you close a finishing hole or seam much easier. Project Bags: A small project bag (like a pencil case) is great for storing smaller tools and notions while a larger bag can hold everything you need for your current project. I find that reusable canvas shopping bags make great project bags!