I have begun to crochet what are known as amigurumi, which is Japanese for "knitted stuffed toy." Most amigurumi nowadays are crocheted instead of knitted. I wanted to develop a skill that would allow me to make little home-made presents that would be unusual and fun. One of my first amigurumi gifts was a little pair of fishes to my friend Jen for her cats. She was delighted with them, and sent me the following thank-you note:
Dear Aunt Susan,
Thank you very much for our new kitty toys. We especially appreciate them because you made them by hand. We have tried to kill the toys by batting them, biting them, kicking them, and scratching them. We have not succeeded in destroying them. Today, while Jennifer is at work, we plan to dunk the goldfish in our water bowl. Maybe we can drown them!
Thanks again,
Love, Jesco and Ellie the Kitties
A simple handmade toy, and a delightful thank-you note. All gift exchanges should end so well!
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment