So cute
Love this book. So cute and easy. Made child purses because the yarn was too thick for a keyfob. Thanks

About this book
Big smiles. Long necks. Endless fun! Crochet Big Mouth Monsters & Long Neck Charms by Ava Collins is a paperback crochet amigurumi book with 20 unique designs: wide-mouthed monsters and adorable long-necked friends. They are quick to make, full of personality, and made to be used as keychains, bag charms and car mirror charms.


From silly monsters with oversized mouths to charming long-neck characters, every design has its own personality. Make one for yourself, a whole collection to display, or a little crew to give away.
The book is really two families in one. The Big Mouth Monsters are all about that huge, goofy grin; the Long Neck Charms are slender, dangling characters – think giraffe, bunny, ostrich and frog – designed to hang and sway. Together they bring a playful, practical twist to our amigurumi crochet books.

The Long Neck Charms are made to hang. Clip them to your keys, your backpack or bag, or hang one from your car's rearview mirror for a smile on every drive.
Charms like these are small, light projects that still get noticed every day. A keyring, a lobster clasp or a simple loop of yarn is usually all you need to turn a finished character into something you carry with you.
The book includes 8 Big Mouth Monster key holder patterns: crocheted monsters with a big mouth that hides your key.
It is a small, practical idea: the monster’s mouth works as a cover for the key itself, so the key is easier to find in a bag and the character becomes part of your everyday routine.

Every design comes with step-by-step photos and clear instructions, plus helpful tips and tricks along the way. The patterns take you through each character part by part, so you can see how the shape should look before you continue.
Because the projects are small, you will move through the steps quickly – ideal for learning how amigurumi shaping works without committing to a large toy.
Small projects teach big lessons: every little charm is a full amigurumi in miniature, from the first round to the finishing touch.
The book is beginner-friendly and written in US crochet terms. Techniques you will typically use for amigurumi charms like these include working in the round, single crochet, increases and decreases for shaping, colour changes for faces and details, and joining small pieces neatly. If you meet an unfamiliar abbreviation, keep the abbreviations chart linked below close by.
Use the yarn and hook given in each pattern for the best results. For charms that will be handled every day, a smooth, sturdy yarn such as cotton or a cotton blend keeps its shape and resists fuzzing; tight stitches help the characters stay firm.
Plan your hardware too: key rings, clasps or hanging loops are not included with the book. For a car mirror charm, choose a light character and a secure hanging loop so it does not swing into your view while driving.
Stuff small parts evenly and firmly, and secure every yarn tail well – charms get pulled and squeezed more than display toys. For a key holder, check that the mouth opening fits your key before you finish off.
A gentle hand wash refreshes a charm that has spent months on a bag or keyring. If a character is going to a young child, embroider the eyes rather than using safety eyes.

Fun handmade gifts for friends and family, small surprise presents, and collectible characters. Or give the book itself to the crocheter in your life. It's also a fun pick for Halloween and spooky-cute crochet season.
A monster key holder makes a cheerful housewarming or new-car present, and a long-neck charm in someone’s favourite colours is a sweet addition to a birthday card or a backpack for the new school year.
| Paperback book (this product) | PDF pattern bundle |
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| All 20 designs + 5 bonus digital patterns | 8 Big Mouth Monster keychain patterns |
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The Big Mouth Monsters have oversized mouths, and 8 of them are key holder patterns that hide your key. The Long Neck Charms are dangling characters made to hang from keys, bags or a car mirror.
No. Yarn, hooks, key rings and other materials are not included, so pick up the hardware you prefer separately.
The book comes with 5 bonus patterns in digital form, in addition to the 20 designs printed in the paperback.
Charms are quick to finish, use little yarn and are used every day, so this crochet amigurumi book is a practical way to practise shaping while making something you will actually carry.
A Long Neck Charm in a single main colour is a good first project; once you are comfortable with the shaping, try a Big Mouth Monster key holder.
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Inside this book you'll find clear, photo-supported patterns that walk you from your first stitch to a finished, huggable make. Crochet adorable amigurumi characters and cute designs you'll be proud to display, gift or sell at craft markets — all written in friendly US crochet terms.
Intermediate — written step by step in US crochet terms with photos. New to crochet? Start with our complete beginner's guide.
This listing is for a crochet pattern book (instructions in US terms) — not a finished crocheted item. The paperback checkout happens securely on Amazon.
Every MrsCrochetWorld book is designed, hooked and tested by Ava Collins — a real maker who crochets every pattern before it's published. That means stitch counts you can trust, photos that actually help, and cute, personality-filled designs created for people who love handmade. Created with love for crochet makers who enjoy cute, detailed and personality-filled handmade projects.
This is a printed crochet pattern book — step-by-step instructions, not a finished crocheted item. It is available as a paperback and a Kindle edition on Amazon.
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Skill level: Intermediate. The patterns are written in clear, beginner-friendly US crochet terms with step-by-step instructions and full-colour photos, so confident beginners and experienced makers can both follow along.
No. You receive the crochet pattern book (the instructions and photos) — not a finished crocheted doll or toy. You crochet it yourself using the patterns inside.
Absolutely. These designs are perfect for handmade gifts — birthdays, baby showers, holidays — and make charming keepsakes for family and friends.
Yes — a Kindle edition is available on Amazon. Tap "Read on Kindle" to view it.
Yes — you may sell the finished handmade items you make from these patterns. Please do not copy, share or resell the pattern book or its pages themselves. See can you sell items made from a crochet pattern.
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Love this book. So cute and easy. Made child purses because the yarn was too thick for a keyfob. Thanks
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