Discover Amigurumi Joy in Crochet Now Issue 123

If you’ve got a sweet tooth for crochet, then you’re in for a real treat with Crochet Now Issue 123 – because it’s positively packed with sugary goodness!

I already knew that my brand-new pattern, the MarshFellows – Coco and Puff, would be hopping into this issue (aren’t they just the squishiest little marshmallow pals?), but imagine my delight when I flicked through the pages and spotted some familiar favourites making a surprise return!

Two crochet plush marshmallow characters, one with a pink exterior and one with a white exterior, both featuring brown tops and smiling faces, surrounded by mini marshmallows on a fluffy white surface with a pink background. — © 2025 Practical Publishing – Crochet Now Issue 123

But first let me tell you all about Cocoa and Puff, the Marshfellow Pals – two delightfully squishy, chocolate-dipped marshmallow friends! Made with plush chenille yarn for maximum cuddliness,
these sweet amigurumi treats are the perfect blend of cosy and cute.

For the Marshfellows, I used Yarnsmiths Chenille Chunky, which, as you can probably imagine, is wonderfully soft and snuggly, perfect for these huggable characters. Since they’re quite large, you’ll need a fair amount of stuffing to give them their full, squishy shape. I also recommend using a large stitch marker when working with this fluffy yarn, as the stitches can be tricky to see. To finish them off, you’ll need a pair of 21mm black safety eyes and a bit of black thread for the finer facial details.

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✨ The Coffee House Kawaii Toys are back – one of my older designs that’s still as delicious as ever! You’ll find the super cute donut, a smiley coffee cup, and the sweetest little ice cream. These three make such a cheerful trio and are perfect for adding a dash of kawaii charm to your day.

A vibrant display of crocheted kawaii food items, including a smiling pink donut, a cheerful green cup with a pink band, and a playful ice cream cone topped with chocolate and pink scoops, all set against a light blue background. — © 2025 Practical Publishing – Crochet Now Issue 123

For these characters, I used Paintbox Cotton DK, a soft and versatile 100% cotton yarn. It’s a DK (double knitting) weight and comes in generous 50g (125m) balls – plenty for amigurumi projects. I used one ball each of Light Caramel (409), Bubblegum Pink (451), Spearmint Green (426), Paper White (401), and the perfectly named Coffee Bean (411) to create all the characters – and I still had some yarn left over!

Although the recommended hook size for this yarn is 4mm, I opted for a 3mm hook. I often go down a couple of sizes when making amigurumi to achieve a tighter stitch, which helps keep the stuffing neatly contained.

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And if that wasn’t enough to satisfy your crafty cravings, Bella the Bon Bon Mouse also makes an appearance! Originally featured in Your Crochet & Knitting magazine (Issue 54), Bella is a tiny bundle of confectionery-inspired cuteness – with her candy-coloured dress and dainty bow, she’s as sweet as sugar.

But wait – there’s more!

A collection of crochet amigurumi characters inspired by 'Alice in Wonderland', including a pink Cheshire Cat, a white rabbit, Alice, and the Mad Hatter, displayed on a floral tablecloth with a cup of coffee and pastries.

This month, the magazine also includes a special themed supplement called Crochet in Wonderland – and it just so happens to be bursting with even more of my previous makes – The Wonderland Gang! You’ll step through the looking glass and find:

🌀 Alice, with her iconic pinafore and golden locks
😸 The mischievous Cheshire Cat
🎩 A wildly wonderful Mad Hatter
🐇 And my personal favourite – the ever-dashing White Rabbit, waistcoat and all!

Crocheted white rabbit character dressed in blue pants and a yellow vest, holding a pocket watch, set against a backdrop of playing cards. — © 2025 Practical Publishing – Crochet Now Issue 123 Supplement

For Alice and friends I used some of my favourite Ricorumi DK yarn with a 3.25mm hook which, if you’re not familiar with it, comes in the cutest 25g balls which is perfect for making little multicoloured amigurumi characters like these.

🐇 SAVE THE WONDERLAND GANG ON RAVELRY 🐇

Where to Find the Patterns

I’m beyond thrilled to see so many of my patterns gathered together in one bumper issue – it feels like a proper crochet tea party, with sweet treats and whimsical characters alike.

If you’re a fan of playful amigurumi and fun themes, then Issue 123 of Crochet Now is an absolute must-have. Whether you’re crafting a mouse who loves bonbons or a Wonderland gang ready for adventure, there’s something here to make your hook (and heart) happy. 💖

All of these patterns I mentioned (9 of mine in total wow!) can be found in issue 123 of Crochet Now, available in shops and online now – you can grab a digital version from www.CraftWorld.com.

Cover of Crochet Now Magazine Issue 123 featuring a woman in a colorful crochet top and amigurumi doll. — © 2025 Practical Publishing – Crochet Now Issue 123

I’d love to hear what you think – will you be making one (or all!) of them? Tag me @KCACOUK on social media so I can see your creations!

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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