Book excerpt: Discover how simple crafting your own crochet plush animals can be. Animal Crossing Crochet―the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys―might seem intimidating, but this book keeps it easy and fun with complete guides that cover everything you need to know. Whether you're stitching up delightfully huggable gifts for kids or grandkids or just looking to assemble your own plush menagerie, Animal Crossing Crochet will have you up and going in no time.