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Amigurumi.com Ami-Along

The Amigurumi.com Ami-Along is a fun monthly event where a large group of crocheters work on the same project during a limited time. Having the same project on your hook allows you to share your work in progress, ask questions and find inspiration in what others are making. The designer of the project actively participates and will be available for advice and chitchat. Join the community, get your hooks out and let's crochet the project together!

What's included?

• Download a brand-new pattern (PDF) each month. This month's pattern is Astrid the Christmas Fairy by designer The blue bobbin
• Gain exclusive access to our community forum to create, share, discuss and love
• Meet the designer, who'll share tips and tricks to make this project a surefire success
• Take a shot at winning one of the amazing prizes each month
• Get the chance to have your work featured to tens of thousands of crochet lovers on our Instagram and Facebook pages

Prizes

By participating in this month's Ami-Along, you'll be in the running to win these incredible prizes!

• 2 x 25 Colors Must Have yarn package by Yarn and Colors
• 2 x 25 Colors Must Have Mini yarn package by Yarn and Colors
• 1 x Clover Amour crochet hook set including sizes 7 steel, B-1, C-2, D-3 / 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3 mm crochet hooks
• 1 x Clover Accessories Pack including 1x Pompom Maker Set (Big), 1x Quick Locking Stitch Marker Set, 1x Tassel Maker Set
• 2 x 1 PDF copy of "Aquatic Amigurumi"
• 4 x 1 PDF copy of "Amigurumi Winter Wonderland"
• 2 x 1 PDF copy of "Magical Amigurumi Toys"
• 1 x 1 PDF copy of "Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2"
• 1 x 1 PDF copy of "Lula and her Amigurumi Friends"

For those who are new to Ami-Along, here's how it works!

Is this a one-time only Ami-Along?
The Ami-Along is a monthly event! You can either become a member with the monthly subscription or participate in a single Ami-Along only at a slightly higher cost. Each Ami-Along will feature a new exclusive project by a different established amigurumi designer.

I'm rather new to amigurumi, can I do this?
We think everyone should be able to participate in the Ami-Along, which is why we choose patterns that are mid-level. The designer and your fellow crocheters are there to help you in the forum, so you'll have plenty of people who want to guide you through the process of creating this cute amigurumi.

How do I download the pattern?
After joining the Ami-Along, you will receive a confirmation email in the mailbox linked to your PayPal email address. This email will contain a direct download link as well as a link to the forum, where you can download the pattern PDF as well.

Will the pattern be available in other languages?
The pattern will only be available in US crochet terms.

Does the price include materials?
No, we do not supply materials for this Ami-Along.

Will it be a mystery CAL?
No, the full pattern will be available from the start, including pictures of the finished item and step-by-step pictures to guide you along the way.

How long will this Ami-Along be available?
This Ami-Along starts on the second Wednesday of the month (November 9) and will end on the second Monday of the month after (December 12). This means you have a full month to work on your amigurumi, so don't worry about joining a little later. The forum will remain available for 2 weeks after the closing date of the Ami-Along. If you've downloaded the pattern and saved it to your computer, you can of course continue crocheting at your own pace.

Can I share my progress on social media?
Sure you can! You can share your progress in the forum and on your own social media. There might even be a prize involved. ;) When posting on social media, you can use the hashtag #amialong, so we can find your post more easily.

Do I need to be active in the forum?
No, you're free to participate if you like, or simply browse posts of others, or ignore the forum altogether.

How can I win one of the amazing prizes?
During each Ami-Along, we organize various small contests, where either the Amigurumi.com team or the designer draws a winner (randomly or by choice). For each Ami-Along, there will be an amazing prize for the designer’s favorite. You’ll discover how to win one of the other prizes in the 'Win!' thread on the forum.

My English is not great, is that a problem?
Not at all! We welcome Ami-Alongers from all countries and languages. And a picture says more than a thousand words, so everyone is welcome.

Sign-up bonus for Ami-Along Members!

As an Ami-Along Member, you'll enter a special monthly Members Raffle and you'll also receive a magnificent Member badge on the discussion forum.

What are we making this month?

Astrid the Christmas Fairy

Astrid lives in Baubleville, a small town that never stops getting prepared for the merriest holidays of all, Christmas time! Astrid's mission, as a Christmas fairy, is to make a brand-new magical and shiny bauble for every child's wish and always make sure that on Christmas day it finds its recipient so that dreams can come true! Astrid just wants to bring joy and keep the magic and glow of Christmas always alive in the hearts of children!

Materials: Any type of yarn you like, I used 100% mercerized cotton "Gazzal Giza" in red, green, light green, skin, white, yellow and a bit of pink for the cheeks and black for the facial features; 2.00 mm crochet hook or any other hook suitable for your yarn; Fiberfill stuffing; Yarn needle; Scissors; Stitch marker or a piece of yarn; Pins

Stitches used: magic ring, sc, ch, slst, hdc, dc, inc, flo, blo, dec, picot, fastening off

Measurements: The finished fairy is 10" / 25 cm tall when made with the indicated yarn

This pattern is for personal use. Please do not distribute, reproduce, share or sell this pattern. You may sell finished items made with this pattern, though only in small quantities, provided you credit the original designer. Wholesale is not allowed.