FAQ – frequently asked questions
Here are my most frequently asked questions. If you can’t find the answer to your questions feel free to contact me here.
Patterns format
All my patterns are presented in PDF format. You can open and watch the downloaded patterns on any device – a computer, tablet or smartphone.
Languages and crochet terms
Now all my patterns are presented in English (using US crochet terms). Also some of my patterns are available in two languages (English and Spanish).
Information about the languages of each pattern is listed in the description of each item in my store. Please be sure to check what language the pattern is available in before purchasing.
Skill level of the patterns
There are patterns of different levels in my store. Although most of my patterns are from beginner to intermediate level, which means that you need to have basic crochet skills and a bit of experience with crocheting toys.
In general, for all patterns you need to know how to do:
– magic ring
– chain
– single crochet
– increase
– decrease
– slip stitch
The list of stitches that are used in a particular pattern is specified in the description of each product in my store.
Selling finished toys
You may sell your finished toys made from my patterns if you like. Please provide each toy with a tag that gives me credit as Designer and you as Maker (for example, Made by “your name”, design by MiniCrochetZoo www.minicrochetzoo.com). If you sell also on Etsy or other marketplaces, you have to mention my website www.minicrochetzoo.com in the description of the item.
DO NOT copy or share none of my patterns or claim them as your own. Read more about Copyright.
Materials and tools
Materials and tools that are needed to crochet a particular toy are listed in each product’s description.
I usually use for my toys:
– fingering weight (4 ply) yarn such as Drops Nord, Drops Flora, Drops Alpaca, Vita Brilliant;
– Clover crochet hook size 1.5 mm.
Usually when using listed yarn and hook the toys are about 7-8 cm (2.7-3.1”) in size.
You may use any other type of yarn, just remember to use a crochet hook suitable for your yarn weight. Please be aware that when using different yarn and crochet hook, the size of the toy may differ from the indicated one.