★Who would have thought that the author, a rugged house-framing carpenter, could use a crochet hook to skilfully weave a collection of lively, expressive and adorable little creatures?
★Limb assembly is the most frustrating part of crocheting amigurumi; one misplaced stitch can ruin an entire piece. This book focuses on the Low‑Sew technique, where figures are nearly worked in one piece. Clever stitching forms ears and limbs directly, greatly reducing the difficulty level. It features 18 finger puppets from the Stitchkins family, including axolotls, grey wolves and fawns. Requiring minimal yarn, each project can be finished in just a few hours. Readers can create finished pieces in their spare moments and easily enjoy the calming benefits of crochet.
★Unlike ordinary static ornaments, the puppets in this book are designed with movable thumb holes, turning them into vivid storytelling props. They work wonderfully for activities such as bedtime stories with children and are easy for young people to carry around for photos and social media posts. This interactive quality and vivid, expressive designs give the book a unique competitive edge in the craft book market.

What fits on your finger, steals your heart, and takes less than an evening to make? Meet your new favorite critters!

Stitchkins Squad brings you 18 irresistibly quirky crochet finger puppet plushies that are expressive, low-sew, and endlessly lovable.

When author Aaron Hayden, a house framer by trade, picked up a crochet hook during the pandemic he had no idea he’d be launching a new career. He challenged himself to make something new every single day, and The Crochet Carpenter was born. Now, Aaron brings that same blue-collar work ethic and infectious love of making to this colorful guide!

From the misty forest to the ocean floor, this collection covers the full spectrum of critter cuteness in his signature Stitchkins collection, including:

• Adorable Axolotl
• Brooding Wolf
• Cozy Bear
• Gentle Fawn
• Cheeky Squirrel
• Wiggly Octopus
• Elegant Seahorse
• Charming Opossum — and many more!

Perfect for gifts, storytime companions, and anyone who believes the world is simply better with more cute animals in it. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just getting started, these pint-sized pals are designed to stitch up fast and look absolutely adorable.

Aaron Hayden is a full-time framing carpenter based in Maine, USA. He took up crochet during the lockdown in 2020. He challenged himself to create a new puppet every day and shared videos showing the striking contrast between his rough working hands and delicate crochet pieces. Known online as “The Crochet Carpenter”, he gained millions of views and a large following on TikTok and Instagram. Self-taught, he breaks free from conventional crochet rules. His designs feature minimal construction and low-sew techniques with an aesthetic leaning toward whimsical, exaggerated and dramatic facial expressions. He aims to show everyone that crochet offers a gentle way for anyone to express themselves artistically.