Introduction: Amigurumi and the Perils of Space Exploration
The ocean isn't the only place full of danger! Follow along as our intrepid astronaut explores the starry unknown.
All items were made and designed by me using my Clover Soft Touch US Size E (3.5 mm) hook, and stuffed using polyester fiberfill. Some of the crochet patterns which I used here are available online, and I have included links where applicable. Some patterns have not yet been released. :)
Also, because I am exceedingly lazy, the speech bubbles were made using a tool available here:
http://wigflip.com/ds/
Astronaut :
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Measures about 4.5" tall.
Made using Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in Almond and Charcoal
Pattern is not yet available, but a ready-made astronaut is available here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/48529352/amigurumi-astronaut
Rocketship:
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Measures about 4.5" across at its widest point, and 8" long from tip to the end of the flame
Made using Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in Stone, Maize, Terracotta, and Charcoal
Pattern is not yet available, but a ready-made rocketship is available here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/48529806/amigurumi-rocketship
Robot:
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Measures about 3" tall.
Made using Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in Almond, althrough really, the color of yarn doesn't matter. The finished crocheted robot was covered in layer of gesso, then spray painted with silver metallic paint, and given a wash of darker pigment to bring out the texture. Washers and screws were added once the paint was dried. (The screws can be screwed directly into the finished item)
Effectively the same as the pattern available here:
http://needlenoodles.com/home/node/140
Which is, in turn, based on a pattern available in my book, Creepy Cute Crochet.
Space Worm:
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Measures about 4.75" across at the mouth and 22" long.
Made using Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in Hazelnut, Almond, and Golden Glow
Pattern not yet available, but a ready-made space worm is available here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/48858033/crocheted-space-worm
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12 Comments
10 years ago on Introduction
I love it! Crisp clean lines and full round shapes and good complimentary symmetry. Nice tight stitches. These are pieces that I would pay money for or invest my time in reproducing with pleasure.
11 years ago on Introduction
You're my hero, these are great!
11 years ago on Introduction
Great work, I'm eagerly awaiting some patters :)
11 years ago on Introduction
AHAHAHAHAHAHA! Thanks for making me giggle! That's fantastic!
11 years ago on Introduction
You are one fantastic crocheter! Keep making your awesome slideshows, they're the best!
12 years ago on Introduction
This is a great sequel to "The perils of deep sea diving"! I can't wait for the next one. Great Job!
12 years ago on Introduction
I totally love your crochet cartoons!
Can't wait for the next one!!!
Fav, 5*
12 years ago on Introduction
Never before have I thought "I want that <insert crochet item here>!". Until I saw that worm! I want one :)
12 years ago on Introduction
Oh, fabulous!
Though is relative mustache location really the biggest concern when you meet yourself from another dimension?
12 years ago on Introduction
want more worm!nom nom
12 years ago on Introduction
Most excellent! A terrific followup for your deep-sea diver :-)
12 years ago on Introduction
Have I mentioned recently just how utterly made of the Awesome you are?
This is fantastic.