Eriko Teranishi – författare

Make San-X characters and their accessories!Amigurumi are cute crocheted stuffed animals from Japan. Combine amigurumi with San-X and you get the most adorable crocheted characters! This book of patterns with full-color photographs shows you how to make characters like Rilakkuma and friends, Tarepanda, Sumikkogurashi and more, plus their accessories.

Make Elegant Scarves, Bags, Caps and Blankets in cozy chunky knits!This book shows you how to use jumbo knitting needles, large crochet hooks, or just your hands and arms, to create fun, trendy accessories for yourself and your home. Even if you're a beginner, this book is for you. Chunky knitting uses thick yarn, so it's easy to work with without worrying about being too precise. Although the knitting is quick and easy, the results are charming.This book includes a wide variety of accessories, with 23 different projects, including:Up your infinity scarf game with a comfy cable knit neckwarmerA loose-knit beanie that's both cute and practicalMultiple headbands to help you create the perfect hair accessoriesAn oversized clutch to make your next night out a bit funkierA warm blanket to snuggle up withA cat bed for your fur childIllustrated step-by-step lessons in the basics of hand/arm knitting, chunky knitting and chunky crochet take you through each project, while lifestyle images of the finished pieces provide inspiration.

Create your own Chibi and manga-style dolls with this adorable book!Plushies are squishable, stuffed dolls. Mochi are the cute, limbless little dolls that are shaped like a bread loaf. Dress them, squeeze them, display them, hang them on your computer and carry them around with you. Cute Plushie and Mochi Dolls will turn everyone into a plushie doll expert quickly with:One easy-to-sew basic body patternTemplates for 27 different dolls based on this bodyPatterns for 10 adorable palm-size mini mochisTemplates for an array of hairstyles and facial featuresSmall enough to be handstitched using very simple techniques, these little dolls make perfect gifts for manga, anime and kawaii fans of all ages. Designing their wild hairdos is easy and fun. Try different faces and hair and clothing combinations to create dolls that resemble your friends-they will love it! And the adventure doesn't stop there—you'll be able to make over 50 mix-and-match outfits and accessories for everything, from everyday clothes to cosplay costumes.Illustrated instructions, patterns and templates take you all the way from start to finish. Whether you're a seasoned sewing enthusiast or a novice just beginning to explore the world of plush toy crafting, let this book be your guide to some seriously creative fun!

Now kids can create their very own knitted accessories!Finger Knitting for Kids shows young crafters (and their parents) how to make cute and easy knitted pieces using only their fingers and a bit of yarn. Clear and simple step-by-step lessons walk them through a series of delightful projects—ranging from simple knitted hair ties and bags to braided scarves and pom pom hats.This book provides easy-to-follow instructions for 15 fun knitting projects for kids, including:A sweet fringed scarf with matching rectangle beanie A colorful hair tie braceletA stylishly slouchy unisex hatA neat little throw that can be worn as a shawlA braided scarf with pompom ends—a great way to mix favorite colors And so much more!Lessons on making and adding embellishments like pompoms, tassels and loops introduce kids to the wonderful world of yarn crafting. And once they learn the basics, they''ll be able to try these techniques with other materials as well—ribbons, strips of fabric and other fibers.With a wide range of projects, interests and skill levels throughout the book, crafty kids 5-12 will be making original knitted creations in no time!

Bring the hygge home with these chic and cozy chunky knits.This book shows you how to use jumbo knitting needles and crochet hooks, or just your hands and arms, to create fun, trendy accessories for yourself and your home. Even if you''re a beginner, this book is for you. Chunky knitting uses thick yarn, so it''s easy to work with without worrying about being too precise. Although the knitting is quick and easy, the results are charming.This book includes a wide variety of accessories, with 23 different projects, including:Up your infinity scarf game with a comfy cable knit neckwarmerA loose-knit beanie that''s both cute and practicalMultiple headbands to help you create the perfect hair accessoriesAn oversized clutch to make your next night out a bit funkierA warm blanket to snuggle up withA cat bed for your fur childIllustrated step-by-step lessons in the basics of hand/arm knitting, chunky knitting and chunky crochet take you through each project, while lifestyle images of the finished pieces provide inspiration.