Treat yourself to a collection of fun-to-stitch softies with personality to spare. Crochet everything from a friendly dog and funny frog to a hot air balloon. Learn to make whimsical toys with puppet-style open mouths--including a grinning birthday cake--sure to tickle kids of all ages!20 patterns in three themes: party time, animal friends, and the great outdoorsStart with easy projects in each section and progress as you succeedBe amazed at all the designs you can create with a few simple stitches