If you've ever seen a crocheted bunny or an adorable handmade bee and thought "I need one of those," you're not alone. The world is obsessed with amigurumi, and it's easy to see why. These soft, unique plushies are popping up all over Instagram, TikTok, and craft markets, and they're more than just cute decor. Amigurumi is a calming, creative hobby that anyone can learn, and it's taking the craft world by storm. 

In this week's edition of Scarli Says, we'll break down exactly what amigurumi is, why it's so popular, and how you can start making your own plushies with Scarli Teddy Bakery chenille yarn!

What is amigurumi?

Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed animals made with yarn. The word comes from a blend of ami (meaning crocheted or knitted) and nuigurumi (stuffed doll). 

While traditional crochet often focuses on blankets or garments, amigurumi is all about shaping yarn into cute characters such as animals, food, people, and beyond. The style is typically whimsical and rounded, often with big eyes, expressive faces, and soft textures. 

Why is amigurumi so popular?

Here are a few reasons why everyone's hooked on plushies:

• It's beginner friendly. With the right kit or tutorial, you can make your first plushie even if you've never picked up a crochet hook before
• It's therapeutic. The repetitive motion of crocheting is soothing and ritualistic - many crafters use crochet to relieve stress and relax
• It's customisable. Want a purple octopus or a bunny in overalls? You can create whatever you imagine
• It's giftable and collectable. Handmade plushies make heartwarming gifts, and many crocheters love building a collection of their own characters.

What do you need to make amigurumi?

You don't need a giant craft room to get started. At Scarli, we make it easy with beginner-friendly amigurumi kits that include:

• Soft, plush chenille yarn
• The right size crochet hook
• Stuffing, darning needle, and stitch markers
  
• Safety eyes
• Training yarn to practice your stitches with
• Easy-to-follow written pattern
• Video tutorials for first-time crocheters and visual learners

If you're just starting out, our plushie characters like Bella the Bunny and Benny the Bee are designed to help you learn and finish with confidence.

Why choose plush yarn for amigurumi?

Many people fall in love with amigurumi because of the soft and cuddly textures. That's why we developed Scarli Teddy Bakery plush yarn! It's thick, plush, buttery-smooth, and can be beginner-friendly with the right tutorials and practice.

Join the amigurumi craze

You don't need to be an expert to make something adorable. With the right tools, a little patience, and support from the community, anyone can get hooked on plushies. 

Your first plushie is waiting!