Imagine this. You’re on a long rest. You’ve just defeated Vecna (Stranger Things edition) or Vecna (Dungeons & Dragons classic), and you need something to soothe your wounded hero’s soul. Good thing you’ve got just the thing in your bag of holding… Why yes, it’s your copy of Stacy King’s Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns. Dropping your weapon of choice (perhaps a greatsword or an axe), you pick up tools far more powerful—a crochet hook and yarn. And now, anything you want to create from the wonderful world of Dungeons & Dragons is yours to crochet thanks to this book of many patterns. Today, we at Nerdist have an exclusive look at two patterns from Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns (available now) that you’ll surely want in your party: the crochet Owlbear cub and the crochet Gloves of Missile Snaring. Both will surely prove useful companions. Let’s take a look inside the book and even hear from our Dungeon Master, Stacy King, herself.
Your Exclusive Look at the Crochet Owlbear Cub From Inside the Pages of Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns
I’m sorry, you probably couldn’t focus on this image over the sound of my squealing. But this crochet Owlbear cub is just SO cute. It’s not fair! Owlbear cubs got their day in the sun recently, as one of the companions that you could keep on Baldur’s Gate 3. And they deserve the hype, because look at how incredibly snuggly and adorable they are. Tell me you wouldn’t want this crochet Owlbear to join your party? I bet you can’t. Just look at the squishy paw pads we see displayed in our exclusive look at this Dungeons & Dragons crochet pattern. It’s too much!
More About this Adorable Crochet Owlbear
As King shares, this Owlbear pattern is “dangerously cute.” And even though, “They’re ferocious predators with sharp beaks, nasty claws, and a quick temper.” And “their lairs smell like rotting meat.” Not to mention, “They’re famously aggressive, and they enjoy sleeping on the bones of their devoured prey.” The crochet version of the Owlbear from Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns is just the right friend to make.
King adds, “Despite all that, you’d be hard-pressed to find an adventurer who doesn’t harbor a soft spot for these mysterious creatures. Perhaps it’s those downy feathers that look like they’d be oh-so-soft to touch. Maybe it’s the idea of dozing off beside one, fingers sinking into their warm coat. Possibly it’s the hope of raising one to be a loyal companion, friendly and fierce in equal measure. (Note: Doing so may result in losing a finger or three, so consider yourself warned.) Whatever the magic behind their appeal, there are few adventurers who would turn down an owlbear of their own, especially one that’s safe to snuggle with. This pattern delivers all the cuteness with none of the biting.” And isn’t that the beauty of mixing Dungeons & Dragons with crochet? An Owlbear you can snuggle.
Let Adorable Crochet Amigurumi Owlbears, Gelatinous Cubes, and Mind Flayers Be Your Gateway into Dungeons & Dragons
It seems easy to see how, even if you’d never heard of an Owlbear cub before, you might feel moved to try your hand at these loveable and detailed Dungeons & Dragons amigurumi. And that’s just what the minds behind Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns hope will happen.
King has this message for those crocheters who don’t yet know the ins and outs of the Dungeons & Dragons world: “The twenty patterns in this book include a lot of variety, both in type and difficulty level, offering possibilities for everything from a quick weekend gift to a longer, more challenging project. Your gaming friends – and kids who enjoy fantasy adventures – will be thrilled to see how your skills bring their favorite game to life, and you might even find inspiration to try swapping your hook for some dice and a character sheet of your own!”
Your Exclusive Look at the Gloves of Missile Snaring From Inside the Pages of Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns
In addition to the squee-worthy amigurumi, Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns has a fabulous section of D&D-inspired wearables you can crochet into existence, like Lolth, the Demon Queen of Spiders, herself. Today, we have your exclusive look at one of these cool creations, the Gloves of Missile Snaring.
King notes, “In an ideal realm, this magical item would be utterly useless, because you’d never have a day when missiles were being hurled at you. Unfortunately, dodging missiles is a regrettably common activity for many adventurers. Every job comes with its professional hazards.”
She adds, “Luckily, gloves of missile snaring help with deflecting a wide range of arrows, crossbow bolts, spears, javelins, and other thrown weapons. Occasionally, they’ll even let you catch the weapon in question, giving you a chance to either add it to your stash or throw it back in the direction it came from. This pattern’s distinctive spiderweb design will encourage your opponents to think twice before launching pointy objects in your direction, and the warm weave will help keep your hands nimble enough to react quickly whenever danger comes your way.”
At Nerdist, we adore it when you can show off your fandom in ways that are fashionable AND functional. And if you can DIY the cool thing you’re wearing, all the better. That’s a set of skills that will help you go far in whatever quest you’re completing.
Deep Cuts Invite Dungeons & Dragons Nerds to Nerd Out About Crochet
If you’re not deep in Dungeons & Dragons‘ world, you may never have heard about the gloves of missile snaring. And you probably don’t know how fabulously close these crochet gloves are to the official visions of the Dungeons & Dragons item. But if you are a true D&D nerd, than you’re probably SUPER excited to see these gloves plucked out of a fantastical realm and into our own.
King shares a few thoughts about why those who love Dungeons & Dragons should give this crochet pattern book a shot, “First off, it’s a gorgeous hardcover book with stunning photography and high production values. It looks fantastic on a shelf alongside other Ten Speed Press titles like the Hero’s Feast cookbook series and Worlds & Realms. The text is packed with gamer humor, and the patterns are clearly marked by difficulty level, so you’ll know which ones are suitable to start with. You might just learn a fun, useful new skill – and if that fails, you can lend it to a crocheting friend with post-it notes marking the items you’d most like as future gifts.”
A Few More Words From Dungeon Master/Author, Stacy King
There you have it, two exclusive looks at the pages inside of Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns. Are you ready to delve into the full adventure? If you are, then you’ll be in good company.
King shares that in her opinion, Dungeons & Dragons’ Stone Giants, Fizzban the Fabulous, Tabaxi, and Elves would all love to crochet along with you. She notes, “Stone Giants come to mind first off, with their dedication to artistry. They’d have developed a way to use itacolumite (a flexible type of rock) as a yarn for stitching huge tapestries. Fire giants would also enjoy crochet’s artistry but would be put off by the flammable nature of most yarns.”
Meanwhile, “Fizzban the Fabulous might find crochet to be a useful way of blending in while observing mortals, with the bonus of leaving behind dragon amigurumi for the kindest of local kids.” And “Tabaxi generally enjoy the idea of crochet but often find themselves playing with the yarn more than stitching with it. Elven stitchers would take pride in crafting items of impossible delicacy, including heirloom pieces made with an ultrafine mithral thread.”
Chatting more about her own journey, now, King reveals more about how this Dungeons & Dragons book came to life, “The initial idea came from Ten Speed Press. I was approached because of my work on the Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer’s Guides and because of my background in textile arts. I fell in love with the idea at once: finding ways to create bridges between different types of nerd activities is one of my favorite things, and this seemed like a particularly good fit.”
When it comes to choosing a favorite Dungeons & Dragons crochet pattern, “It’s impossible to pick just one! I’m delighted by the Hand and Eye of Vecna, mainly because Rebecca Stone did such a great job with the design. The Soul Coin coaster by Lydia Victoria charms me as both a household item and something to toss at Karlach cosplayers during conventions, and the Mind Flayer amigurumi by Alysia Sly is an adorable little menace. I’m always in need of extra pockets, so I’m definitely making myself a few of the Spellbook Belt Pouch Bags by Sharon Stone for everyday wear once my crochet skills level up.”
And ultimately, King believes that there are some major similarities that tie crochet and Dungeons & Dragons together, beyond this pattern book. She tells us, “Both D&D and crochet can seem intimidating from an outside perspective, but are easier to learn and more rewarding than you might initially think. They also demand a combination of creative and mathematical skills, giving you a chance to apply both the logical and intuitive sides of your brain. Both a THACO chart and a crochet pattern seem like a baffling scatter of numbers to the uninitiated, but become a cheat code to glory for those who know how to unlock their secrets.”
Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns Is Available to Buy Today
Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns is available for purchase today! You can snag it on Amazon right now.
And, if you still need more information, the official synopsis for the Dungeons & Dragons crochet book notes:
Crochet your favorite creatures, wearables, and household items with twenty patterns inspired by the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse.
Dive into a world of crochet and adventure with this delightful collection of patterns. Dungeons & Dragons Crochet gives fans and crocheters of all skill levels a chance to bring their favorite in-game elements to life. Create your own Schools of Magic’s symbols granny sqaures, arm yourself with the Gloves of Missile Snaring, and pack your belongings in the Bag of Holding. In addition to the lore-related items, you’ll find a beastiary of iconic creatures to make your own, including the dangerously cute Owlbear Cub, the menacing Mind Flayer, and the fiery Red Dragon.
Filled with gorgeous photography and step-by-step instructions with pages that lay flat when open, Dungeons & Dragons Crochet will have adventurers everywhere picking up their new favorite weapon: the crochet hook.
Crochet patterns by: Sharon Posey, Alysia Sly, Rebecca Stone, and Lydia Viatoris
Wherever you’re headed, we wish you and your Dungeons & Dragons amigurumi party a fashionable and snuggly journey, outfitted in only the finest crochet fashions.
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