INSPIRING BOOKS

KNOT BAD

AMIGURUMI

VINCENT GREEN-HITE

(£18.99, Quarto)

Crochet sensation Vincent Green-Hite, aka @knotbad on TikTok and @knot.bad on Instagram, brings his cute creations to the masses with his new book. It’s filled with 25 super-cute characters to hook, including a cheery acorn and a space alien. Inside, you’ll learn about the materials and stitches you need, as well as find instructions on how to embroider cute faces and put together and stuff the toys.

SUPERSIZE CROCHET

ANIMALS

KRISTI SIMPSON

(£18.99, Stackpole Books)

If you’re a fan of big, squashy, squeezable stuffed animals, this is the book for you! These amigurumi toys are hooked using bulky yarn and large hooks, meaning they’re not only big and huggable but also quick and simple to make. The book is appropriate for beginners and the finished pieces measure between 16 and 30in (40 to 76cm). Challenge yourself to make all twenty this winter!

CROCHET TANK TOPS

SANDI ROSNER

(£8.99, Stackpole Books) Treat yourself to nine new tank top patterns, perfect for layering over longsleeved T-shirts in winter and then wearing on their own as the weather gets warmer. There’s a range of styles, too, so you can find the ideal pattern for you. Hook up a few to give as Christmas gifts to friends and family, or start making the entire range for yourself – you’ll have a brand-new spring wardrobe by the time the seasons turn!

SIMPLE ORIGAMI

ADELINE KLAM

(£12.99, Search Press) Looking for an activity to do with the family this Christmas? Try a bit of origami – with 50 different projects to try, everyone will be kept busy for quite some time! Inside this attractive book, you’ll find simple instructions and detailed illustrations showing you where to place your hands during each step. You’ll learn how to make animals, flowers, boats, everyday objects and more.