Synopses & Reviews
Finger puppets are a great way to entertain kids on a rainy day,and they make adorable gifts, too. And crocheters will have as much fun making these whimsical little characters as kids will have playing with them.
The 30 projects are divided into three child-friendly themes: Wild Animals,” such as the Lion, Monkey, and Penguin; Under the Sea,” featuring Starfish, Crab, and a pretty Mermaid; and Outer Space,” starring a cast of green Martians, a bug-eyed Alien, and the Robot.
All the projects come with easy-to-follow patterns, and theres a section on basic crochet techniques for newcomers or those needing a refresher.
Synopsis
Fun and easy-to-make, these 30 cute, crocheted finger puppet characters will appeal to children of all ages. They'll encourage creative play and storytelling and are bound to become much-loved favourites in the toy box. The characters are in three themes; Outer Space, Wild Animals and Under the Sea, with clear patterns for each design. Following the basic techniques even beginners at crochet could make these playful puppets.
About the Author
Gina Alton learned to knit and crochet at the age of five with help from her grandma and neighbor. Now grown up, her working time is divided between pattern editing for Knitting magazine, writing about knitting, and creating quirky crochet designs. Gina lives in Devon, England.