Beginner’s Guide to Amigurumi: Best Yarns, Hooks, and Tips for Your First Crochet Plushie

Ready to crochet your first plushie but not sure where to start? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I’m sharing everything beginners need to know about amigurumi. From choosing the best yarn for crochet plushies—like Bernat Blanket Yarn, Premier Parfait Chunky, and Loops & Threads Cozy Cub—to picking the right hook size, stuffing tips, and adding eyes safely, you’ll learn how to make your first crochet stuffed animal with confidence.

Whether you’ve been saving amigurumi patterns on Pinterest or dreaming of making plushies for gifts, craft fairs, or cozy home décor, this episode is packed with beginner crochet tips. You’ll learn how to avoid common mistakes, pick easy starter patterns, and enjoy quick, fun projects that bring instant gratification.

If you’ve ever wondered:🧶 How to crochet a stuffed animal🧶 What’s the best yarn for amigurumi🧶 How to make plushies soft, squishy, and professional-looking

…this episode has you covered.

👉 Tune in now and get inspired to start your first amigurumi project today!

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