title: Unforgettable Crochet  (Leisure Arts #5179)
author: Hook & Needle Designs
description: Leisure Arts is a leading publisher and distributor of &quot;how-to&quot; and lifestyle publications with emphasis on creative crafts, needlework, decorating, and entertaining.&nbsp; Leisure Arts is located in Little Rock, AR.
zlib_text: tools & materials
  Yarn
  When it comes to yarn for making more of these miniature
  animals, you must think in terms of small gauge, such as
  lightweight cotton. Look for high-quality cotton that is sturdy and
  will maintain its sheen for years to come. Twenty yards of your
  animal’s main color and 10 yards of the secondary color should
  be enough to cover each pattern.
  Stufﬁng
  Available in most craft stores, polyester ﬁberﬁll stufﬁng will
  maintain its loft over time, and it's easy to clean and care for.
  Hooks
  Crochet hooks come in a variety of materials, sizes, and handle
  styles. It’s ideal if you can try a hook or two out before purchasing
  a set. For the most accurate sizing, refer to the millimeter
  measurements when selecting a hook for your project. The
  projects in this book are all made with a steel crochet hook, size
  12 (1mm). If you ﬁnd that your stitches are not tight enough, or
  
  the stufﬁng shows through your work, try going down to a size 13
  (.85mm). If your stitches seem too tight, 