Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet by Sixth&Spring Books

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Animal

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35 Amigurumi Critters Cute Enough to Eat!

Chloe Yuen

KAWA I I

Animal

Yummies to C

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35 Amigurumi Critters Cute Enough to Eat!

Chloe Yuen Get Creative 6 New York

Get Creative 6 An imprint of Mixed Media Resources, LLC 19 W. 21st St., Suite 601 New York, NY 10010 mixedmediaresources.com Senior Editor PAM KINGSLEY Art Director JENNIFER MARKSON Finished project photography MARCUS TULLIS Step-by-step photography & illustrations CHLOE YUEN Editorial/Production Coordinator JEAN O’DEA Chief Executive Officer CAROLINE KILMER Chairman JAY STEIN Copyright © 2026 by Chloe Yuen All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storage-and-retrieval systems—without permission of the publisher. The written instructions, photographs, designs, projects, and patterns are intended for the personal, noncommercial use of the retail purchaser and are under federal copyright laws; they are not to be reproduced in any form for commercial use. Permission is granted to photocopy for the personal use of the retail purchaser. The EEA authorized representative is Authorised Rep Compliance Ltd., Ground Floor, 71 Baggot Street Lower, Dublin, D02 P593, Ireland (www.arccompliance.com). Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Names: Yuen, Chloe, 1992- author Title: Kawaii animal yummies to crochet : 35 amigurumi critters cute enough to eat! / Chloe Yuen. Description: First edition. | New York, NY : Get Creative 6, [2026] |Includes index. Identifiers: LCCN 2026017746 | ISBN 9781684621170 paperback Subjects: LCSH: Amigurumi | LCGFT: Patterns (Instructional works) Classification: LCC TT829 .Y846 2026 | DDC 745.592/4--dc23/eng/20260401 LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2026017746 ISBN: 978-1-68462-117-0 Manufactured in India 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 First Edition

l Contents m Introduction m4m

About the Patterns m5m

Breakfast Yummies m8m

Sushi Yummies m 30 m

Savory Yummies m 54 m

Sweet Yummies m 94 m

Stitches & Techniques m 166 m

Introduction

Hello, fellow amigurumi lovers! I’m Chloe, the maker and dreamer behind EMI (Enjoy, Make, Inspire) Creations. Before I introduce you to this book, I’d love to share the journey that brought me here. It all began in 2019 when my best friend introduced me to the world of crochet and amigurumi. My curiosity was instantly piqued, and soon after, my husband gifted me my very first amigurumi kit. It had everything I needed to get started. I dove into YouTube tutorials and quickly became completely obsessed. I was amazed that with just a ball of yarn, a crochet hook, some stuffing, and my own two hands, I could create something truly magical. I was hooked (pun absolutely intended, you’ll find I can’t resist a good pun throughout this book)! By the end of 2020, I made a lifechanging decision, I left my career in architecture. I wasn’t happy and, honestly, crochet saved me. I spent my days crafting, and while I technically didn’t have a job, I felt a sense of peace I hadn’t known for years. In 2021, with the unwavering support of my husband, I took a leap of faith and launched my small business, designing and creating amigurumi full-time. I’ve never looked back. What started as

a hobby has become my passion, my healing space, and my creative outlet. I never imagined that I’d one day be doing what I love every single day, designing adorable amigurumi to share with the world. Which brings us to this very special moment, the release of my very first amigurumi book. I began working on this project while navigating life as a first-time mum. Over the past two years, I’ve poured my heart into this book, juggling the beautiful chaos of motherhood with the demands of writing, designing, and refining each pattern. It was not easy, but it has been one of the most rewarding journeys of my life. There are so many people to thank for helping me reach this milestone. First, to the team at Mixed Media Resources, thank you for reaching out and offering me this incredible opportunity. To my husband and daughter, my greatest sources of love and inspiration, thank you for being by my side through it all. To my amazing pattern testers, Lysa Rohrer (@lqrcrafts), Louisa Wong Sze May (@make_n_stitch), Marlene Galván Rincón (@ashar_ handmade), Carmen Elsa Pérez Aragón (@carmengurumi), Colleen Jones (@colleenscreations_), Anika Kam (@handmade__byani), Yetty Sadikin (@faye_clover), Taylor Calimazzo (@taycalicrochet), Aires Hegarty (@lolalovestocrochet),

and Peggy Irvine (@peggy_irvine), your feedback and support have helped bring each creation to life with clarity and care. Finally, to my wonderful community, every like, share, comment, and creation you’ve made from my designs has meant the world to me. Your encouragement has truly brought this book to life. I’m so proud of the patterns I’ve created for this book. I’ve always loved food and animals, so naturally, I combined the two into fun and whimsical designs that I hope bring joy to your crochet journey. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or picking up a hook for the first time, I hope this book inspires you to create, to enjoy, and to keep making. I can’t wait to see what you’ll make. With lots of love,

Chloe

Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet

Breakfast l Yummies m Rise and shine with a serving of handmade delight! Irresistibly cute, these little yummies are the perfect way to start your crochet day with a smile.

Breakfast Yummies

Sew on cat’s cheeks.

Sew on cat’s ears.

Sew honey sauce to cat’s head.

Sew mouse butter body to center of sauce.

Sew on mouse’s snout.

Sew on mouse’s ears.

Embroider nose and whiskers on cat.

Embroider nose and eyes on mouse.

Breakfast Yummies

mFluffy

Sheep Muffin m

This sweet little sheep’s woolen coat looks like clouds of whipped cream. Its head is topped with a bright red cherry, and it sits snugly inside a pastel blue muffin liner, looking irresistibly cute and sweet.

Measurement

Approx 3.25" (8cm) tall

Skill Level Advanced

Materials

• Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4, 50g/1.75oz skein, each approx 160m/174yds, 100% cotton 1 skein each in #01 White (A), #09 Nougat (B), #41 Pomegranate (C), #14 Caramel (D), #51 Baby Pink (E) • 2.5mm crochet hook • 6mm safety eyes • DMC stranded thread, #938 Ultra Dark Coffee Brown • Stitch marker • Yarn needle • Fiberfill stuffing • Sewing pins • Scissors

Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet

Notes

• This pattern is worked in continuous rounds; there are also elements worked in rows. • For “dec,” use Invisible Decrease (page 170). • This pattern has multiple color changes; see Invisible Color Change (page 172).

Muffin Liner/Body

You will make the muffin liner first. With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1 6 sc in magic ring—6 sts. Rnd 2 2 sc in each sc around—12 sts. Rnd 3 *1 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around—18 sts.

Sew snout to head.

Sew horn to top of head.

Sew on cheeks.

Sew D mane down center of back.

Sew E and F manes on either side of D mane.

Sew 3 fringes in front of horn in a fan shape.

Sew legs to body.

Attach tails to back of body.

Sew on ears.

Embroider nostrils and eyebrows on face.

Put unicorn in donut.

Breakfast Yummies

mCinnaBunny m

This cute little rabbit has fur made of soft, golden-brown pastry dough. Its head is draped with a thick swirl of white icing. It is a playful, deliciously cozy creature, warm from the oven and covered in a sprinkle of sweetness.

Measurement

Approx 3.5" (9cm) tall

Skill Level Intermediate

Materials

• Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4, 50g/1.75oz skeins, each approx 160m/174yds, 100% cotton 1 skein each in #14 Caramel (A), #01 White (B), #35 Coral (C) • 2.5mm crochet hook • 6mm safety eyes • DMC stranded thread, #938 Ultra Dark Coffee Brown • Stitch marker • Yarn needle • Fiberfill stuffing • Sewing pins • Scissors

Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet

Assembly

1. Sew the snout to the head between Rnds 11 and 16. 2. Sew the nose to the top of the snout. 3. Sew the cheeks to the head, between Rnds 10 and 12, 1 st from the eyes. 4. Sew the ears to the head, between Rnds 3 and 7, 7 sts apart at Rnd 3.

5. With B, embroider the nose line down the center of the snout, from the base of the nose to the base of the snout. Then, embroider the eyebrows above the eyes. 6. Sew the head to the cookie, make sure the base of the two parts is aligned with each other. 7. Sew the legs to the cookie, between Rnds 7 and 8. Place the

front legs next to the head and the hind legs 9 sts from the front legs. 8. Sew the tail to the cookie, between Rnds 11 and 12. Make sure the tail is in the center of the hind legs. 9. Weave in any loose ends and the Great Dane-ish is complete!

Sew the snout to the head between Rnds 11 and 16.

Sew the nose to the top of the snout.

Sew the cheeks between Rnds 10 and 12, 1 st from the eyes.

Sew ears between Rnds 3 and 7. Embroider nose line and eyebrows.

Sew the head to the cookie.

Sew on the legs.

Sew on the tail.

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l Sushi Yummies m Dive into a delightful fusion of charm and creativity with these sushi-inspired animal amigurumi. From seaweedwrapped bears to whimsical dragon rolls, each design blends adorable details with a dash of imagination. These playful little yummies are a joy to display!

Sushi Yummies

Assembly

sushi belly, between Rnds 14 and 16. 4. Sew the feet to the base of the sushi body, between Rnds 2 and 4, 9 sts apart. 5. Sew the cheeks to the sushi body, between Rnds 17 and 19, 1 st from the eyes. 6. Sew the salmon hat to the top of the sushi body.

7. With DMC thread, embroider the eyebrows above the eyes and the nose, in a T shape, in between the eyes, between Rnds 17 and 19. 8. With G, embroider sesame seeds around the sushi body. 9. Weave in any loose ends and Uramaki Bear is complete!

Sew on ears.

Sew a sushi belly on front and back of the body.

Sew arms so they hold front belly.

Sew feet to base of body.

Sew on cheeks.

Sew on salmon hat.

1. Sew the ears to the top of the onigiri body, between Rnds 21 and 24, 10 sts apart at Rnd 24. 2. Sew the sushi belly to the front and back of the sushi body, between Rnds 6 and 15. 3. Sew the arms to the front of the sushi body, on either corner of the

Embroider eyebrows and nose.

Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet

Embroider sesame seeds on body.

Kawaii Animal Yummies to Crochet

l Savory Yummies m Add a dash of handmade charm to your crochet collection with these savory-inspired amigurumi. From mini bao to delightful bowls of curry, each design is full of personality and crafted to be as fun to make as they are to display. Cute, quirky, and irresistibly charming, these Savory Yummies are the perfect addition to your crochet menu.

Chapter Title 55

Sew snout to head.

Sew nose to snout and embroider a line below it.

Sew on cheeks.

Sew tongue to snout.

Sew on ears.

Sew on legs.

Embroider eyebrows.

Sew on mustard in a squiggle shape.

Sew two bun halves tog.

Sew bun to dog.

Savory Yummies

l m Sweet Yummies l Sweet Yummies m Step into a world of sugary delights with these Step into a world of sugary delights with sweet-inspired amigurumi. From colorful icethese cream sweet-inspired From ice cream and macarons toamigurumi. candy treats and colorful cones, each design and macarons to charm candy treats and cones, each design is bursting with and crafted to bring a touch is bursting with charm and craftedcollection. to bring a touch of whimsy to your crochet of whimsy to your crochet collection.

Cheek (make 6)

With D, make a magic ring. Rnd 1 5 sc in magic ring—5 sts. Fasten off with a seamless finish and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. Sew the sauce to the top of each dango. 2. Sew on the cheeks between Rnds 8 and 9. 3. Sew the ears to the top of the sauce between Rnds 4 and 5. 4. With DMC thread, embroider a nose in a T shape in between the eyes, between Rnds 8 and 9. 5. For the top and bottom dangos, sew the arms between Rnds 11 and 13, 8 sts apart. 6. For the top and bottom dangos, sew on the legs between Rnds 14 and 16, 6 sts apart. 7. For the top and bottom dangos, with B, embroider grill marks between their arms and legs. 8. Sew the arms and legs to the middle dango between Rnds 13 and 15, with the arms 6 sts apart, and the legs 7 sts apart from each arm. 9. With B, embroider grill marks on the middle dango’s right side. 10. Sew the middle dango onto the bottom one. 11. Sew the top dango onto the middle one. 12. Weave in all the loose ends and Dango Bears is complete!

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Sew sauce to top of each dango.

Sew cheeks and ears on each dango.

On top and bottom dangos, sew arms and legs; embroider grill mark on belly.

Embroider grill mark on right side of middle dango.

Sew middle dango onto bottom one.

Embroider nose on each dango.

Sew arms and legs to middle dango.

Sew top dango onto middle one.

Sweet Yummies 113

m Chocolate Moose m

Imagine mousse, rich and velvety, nestled comfortably inside a cup. This moose’s body is smooth and glossy, crafted from the finest chocolate, topped with delicate swirls of whipped cream. A few bright cherries crown it, completing this sweet, whimsical creation.

Measurement

Approx 4.75" (12cm) tall

Skill Level Advanced

Materials

• Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4, 50g/1.75oz skeins, each approx 160m/174yds, 100% cotton 1 skein each #14 Caramel (A), #09 Nougat (B), #51 Baby Pink (C), #03 Oatmilk (D), #98 Eucalyptus (E), #55 Mulberry (F), #01 White (G), #76 Icy Blue (H) • 2.5mm crochet hook • 6mm safety eyes • DMC stranded thread, #938 Ultra Dark Coffee Brown • Stitch marker • Yarn needle • Fiberfill stuffing • Sewing pins • Scissors

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Sew snout to head.

Sew on cheeks.

Sew on ears.

Sew on antlers.

Sew on legs so they do not flap.

Sew tail to back of body.

Sew on whipped cream.

Sew leaves to right of cream.

Sew cherries on top of leaves.

Embroider eyebrows.

Set the moose in his cup.

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m Taiyaki Bear m

This little bear is cozily nestled inside a warm, golden taiyaki fish, like it’s taking the yummiest nap ever. Its head is topped with a squishy dango, crunchy wafer stick, twirly swirl of creamy ice cream and a plump strawberry—making it look like the most huggable, delicious dessert dream!

Measurement

Approx 6.25" (16cm) tall

Skill Level Advanced

Materials

• Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4, 50g/1.75oz skeins, each approx 160m/174yds, 100% cotton 1 skein each in #01 White (A), #28 Mustard (B), #36 Blush (C), #51 Baby Pink (D), #05 Beige (E), #14 Caramel (F) • 2.5mm crochet hook • 6mm safety eyes • DMC stranded thread, #938 Ultra Dark Coffee Brown • Stitch marker • Yarn needle • Fiberfill stuffing • Sewing pins • Scissors

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Half Double Crochet (hdc)

1. Before inserting hook, YO once. Now you have two loops on your hook. Insert hook into second chain from hook.

2. YO and pull up a loop. You now have three loops on your hook.

3. YO and pull through all three loops on the hook at once.

4. You've completed a half double crochet stitch.

2. YO and pull up a loop. You now have four loops on your hook.

3. YO and pull through first two loops on hook.

4. You have three loops on your hook. YO again and pull through next two loops.

5. Two loops remain. YO and pull through both loops.

6. You’ve completed a triple crochet.

Triple Crochet (tr)

1. Wrap yarn around hook two times. You now have three loops on your hook. Insert hook into fourth chain from hook.

Stitches &Techniques 169

Closing a Hole When you've finished crocheting an amigurumi piece and added the stuffing, you'll often be left with a small opening that needs to be closed neatly. Using a simple sewing technique, you can create a smooth, seamless finish that blends perfectly with the rest of the piece.

1. After completing final round, cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull tail through last loop to fasten off securely and thread it into a yarn needle. Insert needle under front loop only of one of the stitches around the opening.

2. Continue around the opening, inserting needle into all front loops.

3. Gently pull yarn tail to tighten. The stitches should come together and close the opening.

4. Weave in loose end.

Closing a Flattened Piece Some of my patterns will require you to close the open end of a piece that has been flattened, such as ears, limbs, or fins. Closing it neatly ensures that the shape holds and attaches smoothly to the main body of the project.

1. After finishing final round, flatten open end so stitches on both sides are aligned.

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2. Single crochet through both loops across opening to close piece.

3. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Japanese Curry Bear 56

Panda Bao Bear 62

Deviled Chick Egg 65

Corg Dog 68

Pork Shumai 72

Quack-amole 76

Pig in a Blanket 82

Ham-bear-ger 85

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Boba Bear 96

Whale Melon 102

Seal'more 106

Dango Bears 110

Candy Corn Crab 114

Pup-sicle 118

Octopus Sundae 121

Chocolate Moose 126

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Hot Dog 90

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Ice Cream Narwhal 140

Ice Cream Cone Bunny 144

Cherry Purr-fait 148

Macaron Bunny 154

Macaron Froggy 157

Raccaron 160

Moochi 163

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About the Author

Fiber artist and maker Chloe Yuen is the founder of EMI Creations, a charming world of handmade delights that celebrates creativity, playfulness, and imagination. EMI stands for Enjoy, Make, and Inspire—a reflection of Chloe’s creative philosophy and the heart of everything she makes. Chloe began her crochet journey in 2019, discovering her love for bringing yarn to life through expressive amigurumi. In 2021, she took her passion a step further by designing and selling her own original amigurumi patterns, available on Etsy (EmiCreationsByChloe) and her website (emicreations.com.au). From intricately crocheted characters to whimsical pieces, each pattern is crafted with care and inspired by the small joys of everyday life. Chloe’s work blends artistry with storytelling, inviting people of all ages to rediscover the beauty of handmade craftsmanship. Through EMI Creations, Chloe hopes to encourage others to enjoy the creative process, make from the heart, and inspire the world around them. Visit her on Facebook @emi.creations.designs or on Instagram @e.m.i_creations. Chloe lives in Sydney, Australia.

Crochet a Deliciously Adorable World of Little Foodie Animals!

Animal Yummies are the original creation of Chloe Yuen, popular foods reimagined as the cutest critters ever! There is Chocolate Moose, Boba Bear, CinnaBunny, Pup-sicle, Dragon Roll, Quack-amole, and so much more, organized into Breakfast Yummies, Sushi Yummies, Savory Yummies, and Sweet Yummies. The patterns are easy to follow, with over 500 step-bystep photos and designs for all levels of crocheters. Also included is a how-to reference section on all the stitches and techniques used.

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