Crochet your way to Christmas with 10 charming amigurumi figures from the nativity story, brought to you by popular designer Flo and Dot Sarah-Jane Hicks. Crochet the whole cast of the nativity, including: Mary, Joseph and the donkey; Baby Jesus in his crib; The Angel Gabriel and the star; The three kings and their camel; A watchful shepherd and his sheep. Create a set as a gorgeous nativity scene decoration that can be used year after year, or use the characters as a festive playset. These sweet characters, each measuring 1012cm (443/4in), are great stash-busting projects. Bring them to life with appealing embroidered features and add details including a shepherd's crook, the gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh, and even swap in different beards! The book contains a key techniques section that covers changing colour, attaching body parts and working surface crochet stitches, so you can get started in no time. The easy-to-follow patterns are quick and easy to crochet, use only small amounts of yarn and are perfect for crocheters of all abilities.