Crochet Zodiac Dolls: Stitch the horoscope with astrological amigurumi

By: Carla Mitrani

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Synopsis: Crochet the zodiac with these crochet patterns for amigurumi horoscope dolls—the perfect gift for astrology lovers.Whether you're a sensitive Pisces or a loyal Leo, you can create your own special zodiac dolls with these cute amigurumi patterns from bestselling author Carla Mitrani.Each of the zodiac doll crochet patterns draw on the symbols of the star sign that they represent so they are immediately recognizable whether it's Aquarius the Water Carrier, Cancer the Crab or Sagittarius the Centaur with their bow and arrow. The designs also reference the characteristics and personality traits of each of the star signs. For example, Taurus is carrying a potted plant to symbolize their love of gardening. And there are fun explanations of which signs are the most compatible for love and friendship.These amigurumi patterns are easy to follow and fun to make. There are step-by-step instructions and photography for the more advanced techniques and stitches for the dolls, and the general techniques section covers all the crochet basics so that you can get started right away. Carla has included plenty of her tips and tricks to ensure that you get the best finish possible for your finished dolls. The dolls are pocket-sized (measuring 14cm/6inches), so they are a great way to use up your scraps and make the perfect portable project.