Learn to crochet amigurumi and create a personalized base pattern, so you can bring any number of adorable animals to life
Crochet can be used to create not just characters, but whole universes that convey messages and conjure up distant memories. For artisan and amigurumi specialist Bianca Moraes, better known as Bia, it's also a way of living in the present, developing patience, and learning to focus on enjoying the process, rather than the result.
In this online course, learn techniques to create amigurumi animals from scratch. Throughout the course, explore how to breathe life into long-lasting and customizable dolls, while discovering the joys of the crochet process. You'd be surprised what you can create with your own hands and some crochet needles.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 28 downloads
How an amigurumi is made
2 minutes, 48 seconds
Materials
5 minutes, 29 seconds
Low stitch, magic ring and increase
20 minutes, 17 seconds
Invisible decrease and inverted magic ring
14 minutes, 42 seconds
Head
14 minutes, 19 seconds
Body
12 minutes, 33 seconds
What's included in this course?
To begin with, Bia introduces herself and talks about how she ended up in the amigurumi world. Also see the main influences that continue to inspire her on a daily basis.
Bia then teaches you how to build an amigurumi and all about the necessary materials. Discover the basic stitches involved, and learn how to create a versatile template that you can customize later on.
Now you've got a solid foundation, it's time to get to work on your final project. Start with the body, before crocheting the arms, legs, and head. All that's left is to sew all the pieces together.
Next, explore how to create a range of different animals from the same base. Follow Bia's steps to transform your amigurumi into a bunny, and then a unicorn. Wrap up the course by taking a look at a few extra design options as well as some helpful tricks for finding inspiration.
What is this course's project?
Crochet your own amigurumi step by step. Learn to make a bunny and a unicorn, as well as techniques for creating a whole host of other animals.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in crocheting their own amigurumi.
Requirements and materials
You don't need any previous experience to take this course. For materials, all you need is crochet hooks, stitch marker clips, thread, stuffing, safety eyes, and scissors.
Reviews
- 6 months ago
Me encantó el curso, es muy completo y puedes aprender bases para crear diferentes figuras, esta genial.
- 7 months ago
Já fiz diversos cursos da Domestika, mas esse foi definitivamente o meu preferido! Eu havia começado outro curso de amigurumi que não deu muito certo, achei confuso. Mas com a Bia, na primeira aula prática já entendi tudo e aprendi as técnicas de forma super simples. A didática dela é incrível e a estrutura do curso também. Adorei que ela ensina uma receita adaptável para vários bichinhos, o que permite praticar bastante antes de seguir para projetos mais complexos. Vale muito a pena ❤️
- 7 months ago
Comprei um kit de amigurumi e simplesmente não conseguia entender nada. Comecei vendo alguns vídeos da Bia no yt e ela se destacou pela maneira como explica, de forma simples e didática. Com certeza foi um ótimo investimento!
- malubaviPLUS8 months ago
Me encanto el curso, la instructora es excelente
- 9 months ago
Uma das aulas mais didáticas que assistir. Inclusive consegui fazer uma Unicórnio lindo.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Preparation
- How an amigurumi is made
- Materials
- Low stitch, magic ring and increase
- Invisible decrease and inverted magic ring
- Course project presentation
- U3
Base amigurumi
- Head
- Body
- Arms
- Legs
- Sewing arms and legs
- U4
Personalization
- Bunny elements
- Unicorn elements
- Sewing and finishing the rabbit
- Unicorn stitching and finishing
- Other animals
- FP
Final project
- Amigurumi Animals with Crochet
What to expect from a Domestika course
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FAQs
The course is designed for those who already know basic crochet and want to improve specific amigurumi techniques, so it’s considered intermediate level.
You’ll need cotton yarn, a compatible crochet hook, stuffing, safety eyes, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, and pins for assembly.
You’ll learn structural techniques like magic ring, increases, decreases, assembly, finishing, material selection, and how to personalize your amigurumi pieces.
Yes, it’s recommended to have basic crochet skills like chain stitch and single crochet to follow the amigurumi lessons easily.
Yes, the course covers how to read and create your own amigurumi patterns, plus how to adapt basics for different characters and animals.
You’ll learn how to pick yarns (cotton, acrylic, or blends) and hooks based on texture, size, and comfort for the best results.
Yes, you’ll be taught closing techniques, invisible finishing, and professional touches to make your pieces look neat and secure.