How to make an amigurumi giraffe?

Amigurumi is a popular knitting technique that appeared in Japan. Today it has spread around the world and is very popular among needlewomen. Using this technique, various toys are often created. Today in our article we will figure out how to create a toy giraffe in the amigurumi style.

Amigurumi toys are created from yarn through a simple knitting method, namely in a spiral fashion. Moreover, unlike the European style, the style of knitting amigurumi does not require the connection of circles. The amigurumi giraffe is crocheted in a small size - the dimensions of the tool should be thinner than yarn so that the toy is dense enough and there are no gaps or defects.

A toy giraffe is created not integral, but from separate parts, which are subsequently connected to each other. Inside the toy there is a filler of your choice (for example, a synthetic winterizer). The widespread use of this knitting style is explained by an aesthetically attractive appearance that girls and children like. A distinctive feature of the amigurumi giraffe is its large rounded head and trunk, which resembles a cylinder. In this case, the limbs of the animal are quite small in size.

If you want to knit a giraffe in the Japanese style, then you should prepare the necessary tools and materials in advance. It should be borne in mind that the final result depends on the quality of the feedstock. Respectively, the choice of materials must be approached as carefully and responsibly as possible.

At the same time, if you are new to this type of needlework, then select step-by-step instructions and manuals to get the most attractive end result.It is recommended to give preference to video materials in order to visually see all the processes.

The starting material from which you will subsequently make a giraffe should be yarn. Pay special attention to its composition. It is recommended to give preference to such materials: acrylic, wool, blended yarn and cotton. Moreover, if you knit a giraffe to a small child, then choose cotton. As for the flowers, they can be chosen at your discretion. If you want to create the most realistic animal, then choose yellow and brown yarn. At the same time, do not be afraid to experiment and be creative. For example, you can consult and choose colors together with the person for whom your product is intended.

You cannot tie a toy without a quality hook. As mentioned above, it should be thinner than yarn. If you ignore this rule and choose a tool that is too thick, the toy filler will be visible through the loops, and the giraffe will not look aesthetically attractive. If you do not navigate the hook numbers, you can use the folk method: you need to fold the yarn in half and twist it. It is precisely this thickness that the hook should be.

In order to give your product a finished look, use accessories. For instance, you can use buttons or beads to create the eyes of the animal. If desired, you can attach the legs of the giraffe to the hinges to give it realism. In addition, you can decorate the toy as you wish. For example, little girls will like a giraffe with rhinestones and sparkles. To make your giraffe voluminous, rather than flat, use a filler: synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer or any other materials of your choice. It should be borne in mind that experienced specialists do not recommend using cotton wool as a filler.

In order to independently tie a beautiful toy, you need to choose the appropriate scheme. So, depending on your preferences and skills, you can use the description scheme or a master class in video format. Today it is quite easy to find patterns of small giraffes for beginners or large toys for experienced needlewomen. At the same time, you can knit a toy using various color schemes (for example, you can create a realistic giraffe, as well as a striped rainbow cartoon character). Consider the scheme of knitting a giraffe in the amigurumi style (the knitting process should be carried out in a spiral way).

To begin with, let's look at the notation:

• color No. 1 is that color of yarn that you will use as an additional one (it is desirable that the thread be relatively thin);
• color No. 2 acts as the main shade, respectively, the thread should be thicker;
• VP is a traditional designation of the so-called air loop;
• RLS - single crochet;
• the word “increase” in the diagram indicates that 2 single crochet bars should be in the same loop;
• the word "decrease" means that 2 single crochet stitches must be knitted together;
• CC is the connecting string.

To create the head of a toy giraffe, we will use both colors.

To begin with, we will deal with the creation of elements using threads of the so-called additional shade:

• 1 row: 6 sc in the ring amigurumi;
• 2 row: increase * 6 times (12);
• 3 row: (1 RLS, increase) * 6 times (18);
• 4th row: (2 sc, increase) * 6 times (24);
• 5 row: (3 RLS, increase) * 6 times (30);
• 6 row: (4 sc, increase) * 6 times (36);
• 7 row: (5 RLS, increase) * 6 times (42);
• 8 - 19 rows: 42 sc.

The knitting pattern in the main color looks like this:

• 20 row: (6 RLS, increase) * 6 times (48);
• 21 row: 48 sc;
• 22 row: (6 RLS, decrease) * 6 times (42);
• 23 row: (5 RLS, decrease) * 6 times (36);
• 24 row: (4 RLS, decrease) * 6 times (30);
• 25 row: (3 RLS, decrease) * 6 times (24);
• 26 row: (2 sc, decrease) * 6 times (18);
• 27 row: (1 RLS, decrease) * 6 times (12);
• 28 row: decrease * 6 times.

The manufacture of the remaining parts of the toy animal is carried out according to the same method. For your convenience, here are a few animal patterns of amigurumi. Moreover, if you are a beginner, then you should strictly adhere to the instructions given by experts and in no case deviate from them. And if you already have a lot of experience, you can show your imagination, imagination, creativity and creativity. Thus, you can create the most unique and exclusive product. Amigurumi style giraffe is a great gift for your baby. At the same time, you will make a present with your own hands, which means that a piece of your soul and love will be enclosed in it.

Full instructions on how to tie an amigurumi giraffe in the video below.