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Crochet Kitten is my studio for exploring the art of crochet. Here I help crocheters see beyond the pattern—to understand the choices that transform yarn into meaningful handmade art. Through lessons on design, history, and craft traditions, I share the ideas that inspire my playful, elegant, feminine designs.
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Bean Bud Orca
I may be dating myself, but I still remember when going to see Shamu at Sea World when orcas were all the rage. These memories came flooding back when an orca was requested for my youngest nephew’s bean buddy. The Bean Bud Orca is the fifth pattern in this series of pocket-sized amigurumi companions. Each design is pocket-sized, filled with dry beans for a satisfying squeeze, made with 100% cotton yarn for clear stitch definition and durability, and completely no-sew—no extra assembly required. Find the free crochet pattern below.
Bean Bud Panda
My second oldest nephew has been a fan of pandas since before he could talk. Someone had gotten him a stuffed panda for his second birthday, and it has been panda everything ever since. My sister-in-law even bought extra of the original stuffed panda just in case the original wore out, so that he would never have to be without his beloved panda. My little Bean Bud Panda may never replace the original, but I hope it’s something he can keep in his pocket as a reminder of his larger friend at home.
Bean Bud Dog
For my oldest nephew, who has been battling many illnesses these past few months, I wanted to make him a little buddy to keep him company during his recovery to let him know his family is fervently praying for him. I asked him what his favorite animal was, and he said a dog, so dog it is! As it happens, dogs are also my youngest nephew’s favorite animal, so naturally I had to make him one as well.
