Crochet impkins

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Publisher
Stackpole Books
Publication Date
[2023]
Language
English

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Enter the world of the reclusive yet mischievous Impkins!

I’m sure you have seen them out of the corner of your eye from time to time, racing from hiding place to nook or cranny—odd little creatures of stitch and stuffing, of endless variety in form and manner. In these pages, you will not find a taxonomy of their features or a list of the names by which you might call them, you will find guidance on something far more important—the techniques and methods by which you might craft one of these little stitchlings of your very own.

It is a wonderful thing, I assure you, to bring an Impkin to life with hook and yarn, and herein you will find the detailed instructions necessary to craft one, with an endless array of options for ears, antennae, hats, wings, tails, scales, horns, hairstyles, clothing, and accessories. Each Impkin is unique, and only you can listen to find out what yours longs to be. Stitch by stitch, you’ll cast a spell, until at last you have made a brand-new creature. Don’t be surprised if it asks for a snazzy vest or a satchel to hold its treasures!

Though hard to spot at first, when you see one Impkin you can be sure there are more around. Impkins are social little creatures; once you make one, it is sure to clamor for a multitude of friends from your hook!

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9780811771603

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Publisher's Weekly Review

This quirky outing from Lapp (Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend) shows how to crochet impkins, or small, stuffed imp-like creatures with oversize eyes. Lapp forgoes traditional projects, instead detailing how to make numerous body types, ears, faces, hats, hairstyles, and miscellaneous features (wings, horns, antlers) that readers can mix and match. Many of the embellishments are plant-inspired, such as the red "mushroom cap," the "strawberry stem cap," and an extension for the top of the head resembling two branches sprouting. Others draw on the animal kingdom, including a rainbow lion's mane, a turtle shell, a cat tail, and bat wings. For indecisive crafters, Lapp provides images of sample impkins and notes which options are used; for instance, one avian impkin bears a crochet feather crest, wings, and bird tail, while a more fantastical design features long horns, pointed elf ears, and a kangaroo-like pocket belly. The impkins are cute, and readers will appreciate the innumerable opportunities for customizing their creatures, though even experienced crocheters will want to acquaint themselves with the stitch dictionary, which uses a few symbols readers may not have encountered before. Fans of amigurumi should check this out. (Sept.)

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With Lapp's (Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend) hands-on, creative title, crocheters can enter the magical world of Impkins, introduced in the alternative-universe game Loomian Legacy: Veils of Shadow. This book offers a descriptive table of contents, which can be used as a great and quick reference later. It provides helpful tools—a worksheet to copy and reuse, for example—that crocheters can utilize to determine what their project will look like. There are numerous options to choose from: body styles, tails, horns, clothing, and more. Owing to the tighter and numerous types of stitches used, this title is best for crocheters who have already completed a few beginner projects. Basic knowledge of sewing would also be useful for attaching pieces. The author includes links to a few video tutorials for some of the more intricate techniques. This highly imaginative book offers patterns with a backstory for worldbuilding and cleverly sprinkled hints about caring for the new crocheted critters. VERDICT Crocheters will truly delight in picking features for their own creations of Impkins.—Elizabeth Chandler

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Publishers Weekly Reviews

This quirky outing from Lapp (Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend) shows how to crochet impkins, or small, stuffed imp-like creatures with oversize eyes. Lapp forgoes traditional projects, instead detailing how to make numerous body types, ears, faces, hats, hairstyles, and miscellaneous features (wings, horns, antlers) that readers can mix and match. Many of the embellishments are plant-inspired, such as the red "mushroom cap," the "strawberry stem cap," and an extension for the top of the head resembling two branches sprouting. Others draw on the animal kingdom, including a rainbow lion's mane, a turtle shell, a cat tail, and bat wings. For indecisive crafters, Lapp provides images of sample impkins and notes which options are used; for instance, one avian impkin bears a crochet feather crest, wings, and bird tail, while a more fantastical design features long horns, pointed elf ears, and a kangaroo-like pocket belly. The impkins are cute, and readers will appreciate the innumerable opportunities for customizing their creatures, though even experienced crocheters will want to acquaint themselves with the stitch dictionary, which uses a few symbols readers may not have encountered before. Fans of amigurumi should check this out. (Sept.)

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