’Oh wild West Wind, thou breath of Autumn’s being,

An ode in knitting to the humble nautilus, family Nautilidae, the most ancient of the modern cephalopods, a living testament to eons past and the diverse life forms that have evolved on our planet. Designed with awe, reverence, and love.

In the ever-evolving spirit of knitting the peculiar, here is a pair of new amigurumi critters for you to knit and enjoy. These colorful and cuddly reptilians make lovely childrens’ toys or unusual ephemera for the plush collector. Whether you are knitting these up for a special friend or for yourself, you will surely find that this project cha...

Knit up your own fierce anglerfish amigurumi with this original hansigurumi design! Belonging to the order Lophiiformes, these bizarre dwellers of the deep sea are named after the glowing lure they use to entice unsuspecting prey into their jaws. Make this fangy fish for yourself, or gift it to a friend. Either way, this unusual project is sure...

Knit your own ‘Nessie’ amigurumi with this original hansigurumi design! This cuddly monster makes an unusual addition to a plush collection, or an irresistible soft toy for the child in your life!

Knit your own juvenile sea nettle with this free hansigurumi pattern!

Knit up your own amigurumi garden snail with this original hansigurumi design! This delightful mollusk makes a lovely companion for young and old, alike.

Knit your own beautiful cuttlefish amigurumi with this original hansigurumi design! This delightful, interesting, and unusual creature makes a lovely art piece or a sweet friend.

Available as the Craft: pattern podcast the week of Oct 5, 2007. Direct pattern download here.

Knit your own baby elephant amigurumi with this original hansigurumi design! This sweet pachyderm can be a splendid toy for a child or a lovely plush collectible.

Now, you too can knit your very own octopus amigurumi! This sweet cephalopod can be a lovely toy for a child or a sophisticated addition to a plush collection.

Knit your very own Starfish and Brittle Star amigurumi! These lovely echinoderms make great toys as well as sophisticated collectibles.