Normally I don't sketch out any of my ideas out before starting a pattern, I simply start crocheting test pieces for the design and go from there. For the book though, it really helped do a quick doodle for each potential pattern so I could see what collection of designs would work best together.
Then I start crocheting, writing down every step in case I need to pull out any stitches that aren't working. This is a really great way to use up any yarn scraps I have left over from other projects and it can take several tries to get the pattern right so I end up with lots of test pieces. Sometimes the simplest shapes give me the most trouble and I can spend a few days on just an ear.
After getting all the patterns worked out, I sent the manuscript and projects to my publisher where it went through editing, layout, and photography.
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| Image from Happy-Gurumi by Vanessa Chan, Martingale, 2015; used by permission. Photos by Brent Kane. All rights reserved. |
The daisies, elephant, and sun are just a few of my favorites from the book. The other patterns are a fun mix of animals, food, and the occasional balloon! While Happy-Gurumi isn't coming out until March 10th, it's available for pre-order right now on Amazon. You can also check out the other designs in the book here.
Happy crocheting!
Vanessa
The Pudgy Rabbit
Happy crocheting!
Vanessa
The Pudgy Rabbit
3 comments:
This is adorable! Congratulations on your upcoming book Vanessa!
These are so cute! Good luck and many sales!!!
Thank you so much guys!
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