Discover the best yarns and materials, and what to keep in mind when choosing yarns to crochet amigurumi from scratch to professional 

04/25/2023

Wishing you a happy and creative Amigurumi Day! Undoubtedly, today is a great day to try amigurumi or up your game with the best yarns for amigurumi. In this post, we encourage you to try out different materials, like 100% cotton, lightweight T-shirt yarn or soft velvet-like chenille. We’ll also share the top 5 features to keep in mind when choosing yarns to crochet amigurumis.  

Our best yarns for amigurumis 

Do you want to improve the quality of your amigurumis? Take note! These are our top 7 yarns to make amigurumis that look 100% professional. We also share amigurumi pattern ideas available at katia.com and on this blog, which we hope you find inspiring. 

100% cotton yarns for amigurumis 

We know that 100% cotton is the perfect material to make soft, resistant, and professional-looking amigurumis. We recommend the best ones in the greatest range of colors. Carry on reading and find the perfect cotton yarn for you! 

1. Cotton 100% | 43 colors | 2.5-3-mm crochet hook 

One of the most well-loved yarns by katia.com customers! Undoubtedly, Katia Cotton 100% is a must-have if you’re looking for a soft 100% cotton yarn, in more than 40 matt colors.

2. Fair Cotton | 40 colors | 3-mm crochet hook 

Today, Katia Fair Cotton is a firm favorite among many Katia Lovers. As well as its wide color range, it is a favorite for crochet because it is organic cotton, free from toxic substances and environmentally friendly. 

3. Capri | 70 colors | 2-mm crochet hook 

We round off our recommendations of 100% cotton yarns with Katia Capri, a 5-star yarn. For its colorways, weight, price, performance... This mercerized cotton is the most loved at katia.com! 

Lightweight T-shirt yarn for XXL amigurumis 

Beyond cotton yarn, there are endless options to create incredible amigurumi! Dare to go big with ribbon or lightweight T-shirt yarn to crochet spectacular XXL amigurumis.

4. Big Ribbon | 19 colors | 8-mm crochet hook 

Our Katia Big Ribbon lightweight T-shirt yarn is perfect if you want to easily size up your amigurumis. Just use this 100% recycled cotton and polyester ribbon with your favorite amigurumi pattern and be amazed by the result. 

Chenille for toys with a velvet feel 

Do you want to make irresistible amigurumi? Try soft chenille to achieve a velvet feel. Achieve much more professionally finished toys! 

5. Bambi | 24 colors | 5-6-mm crochet hook 

The velvet feel of Katia Bambi enchants and inspired increasingly more fans of amigurumi. Create 100% lovely crochet toys with this soft chenille!  

6. Magic Ring | 7 colors | 8-9-mm crochet hook 

This chenille, with a velvet feel and an innovative ring or loop structure, is perfect to teach children the art of amigurumi. For adults, Katia Magic Ring, is also a great ally to release day-to-day stress. Discover how easy it is to make a soft and cuddly amigurumi with this free pattern with video! 

7. Velvet Fine | 13 colors | 2.5-mm crochet hook 

Lastly, don’t miss out on trying Katia Velvet Fine! Its velvet effect, softness and subtle shine combined create incredible amigurumis. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, make simple patterns and adorable toys using Velvet Fine. 

5 Things to Keep in Mind when choosing yarns for amigurumi 

We often receive questions about which types of yarns are best to make amigurumis. Well, even though you can make amigurumi with any kind of yarn, here are 5 essential (but not mandatory) traits that amigurumi makers value when choosing yarns.

1. Easy to work with: What does this mean? Preferably rounded yarns, with good twist to prevent the plies from splitting, which are lightweight and soft so that your crochet hook can flow easily. Although if you really set your mind to it, you could probably make amigurumis with any kind of yarn.
2. Resistant to wear and washing :Without a doubt, 100% cotton yarns are one of the best options to make long-lasting amigurumis. Especially if they are going to be for babies and children.
3. Wide color range: The more colorful, the greater chance of creating everything you can imagine. Of course, you can make monochrome amigurumis... But it’s more fun to dream in color!
4. In stock: Yarns that will be in stock for several seasons and that are easy to find in-store or available at katia.com.
5. Affordable: And lastly, an important detail for fans of amigurumis: great value! Because you want to buy your yarn in all the colors to make your favorite amigurumi without feeling the financial effects. 

In short, yarns for amigurumis are one of the keys to successfully achieving incredible results. Obviously, without forgetting about fun and creativity. We hope you enjoy making your next amigurumi with our recommended yarns. 

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