Animal Friends of Pica Pau 3 - by Yan Schenkel (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Discover the global amigurumi phenomenon!

Say hi to Pica Pau's sweetest friends! They're earnest, warmhearted and gentle, and as soon as you've opened the book, you'll feel right at home. In this book, Yan Schenkel she presents her expert knowledge of amigurumi crochet in 20 precious designs, and she also unveils the secrets to make her most beautiful creations.

• 20 favorite amigurumi - Dare we say it? Pica Pau has outdone herself once again! Discover the classic designs and lots of brand-new characters, such as Greta Hen, Cosmo Snail and Mabel Hedgehog. → Have a look at all designs below
• A broad introduction into the basics of crochet - Yan shares her vast knowledge, handy tips and quirky tricks about crocheting toys in over 30 pages. With plenty of step-by-step pictures, she helps you find your own pace in learning, practicing and enjoying this craft.
• All patterns contain detailed, error-free instructions and are accompanied by step-by-step pictures and explanations of all techniques used, so both beginners and advanced crocheters can easily get acquainted with her animal band.
• No. 1 bestselling amigurumi author - The Animal Friends of Pica Pau series has sold over 150,000 copies worldwide, establishing Yan as perhaps the most gifted and influential designer in the amigurumi world!
• Quality crochet publisher since 2012 - Meteoor Books has been publishing beloved craft books for over a decade. Every pattern is created by real artists and carefully reviewed and tested to ensure the highest quality.

Discover the phenomenon of Pica Pau and friends.

Review Quotes

"What I've always found so incredible about Yan's designs is that she can take something that is fairly simple, and give it so much personality and make it so whimsical, and I think that's what makes a truly gifted amigurumi designer. ... I really do credit Yan Schenkel for teaching me how to make amigurumi." (Elise Rose Crochet, 133K subscribers on YouTube)

About the Author

Yan Schenkel is an Argentinean crochet designer. She studied fine arts and industrial design before starting to professionally design crochet toys in 2009, when she founded Pica Pau, combining her drawing and crochet skills. Besides working on her toys and designs, she has collaborated with several illustrators, authors, and brands in Argentina and abroad. She's a regular contributor to crochet and craft publications such as Mollie Makes and Simply Crochet. Yan is the author of El Mundo de Pica Pau (2016), Animal Friends of Pica Pau (2017), and Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2 (2020).