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Crochet is already pretty fiddly - but apparently not enough of a challenge on its own for the many micro-crocheters out there making tiny intricate worlds and characters. I've always been in awe of anyone who can work on such a delicate scale and decided to create a compilation to showcase my favourite artists of miniature crochet pieces (and a couple of knitted items too!).
For anyone discovering micro-crochet for the first time - it is usually worked with a hook size of 1mm or smaller. Mini-crochet can be done with slightly larger crochet hooks. The very smallest micro-crochet creations are made using sewing thread and can be teeny enough to sit on a fingertip. Each piece takes an enormous amount of time and patience to create, and can include an incredible amount of detail.
Inspired to try some micro-crochet of your own? Click here to check out this fantastic blog post by Trishagurumi - it's a great introduction to the hobby.
We also recommend the HiyaHiya Mini-Snips to accompany your project - they are great for snipping fiddly bits of thread.
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Check out the incredible '100 Micro Crochet Motifs' written by Steffi Glaves - an extremely thorough introduction to micro-crocheting and a whole range of beautiful pieces to try your hand at creating.
For prospective mini-crocheters out there - Lauren Espy's series '100 Days of Mini Amigurumi' is really worth a look. With multiple volumes available, there are a whole rainbow of amigurumi options to bring to life.
Check out this page for even more miniature - including knitting, embroidery and model-making!
The cover photo for the blog features another one of pandasquidstl's creations.
For the knitters out there, make sure you check out @mochimochiworld to join in making some miniatures of your own!
What was your favourite from the list? What are you working on at the moment? Join us on Instagram and let us know! We love being a part of the crafting community.
And as always, check out crafty-llama.com before you go - for all your crafting needs!
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