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So, the type of crochet you want to do is called amigurumi. You can find great free patterns and YouTube videos with just a google search. The best part about amigurumi, it is cheap to start and materials are easy to find. You should be able to find everything for about $20-$25 total. For hooks, go for something on the smaller side between a size E and size G (3.00 mm to 4.00 mm). For yarn you should look for a general worsted weight, aka size 4. The package will have a picture with a number like this. A good cheap option is Red Heart Super Saver; it can be scratchy, but it's cheap, has lots of colors and the stiffness is good for amigurumi. Next, grab a stitch marker, which is just a little safety pin looking thing so you can mark your first stitch on each round. You can buy them or just use a paper clip. Then, get some yarn tapestry needles, to sew arms and legs to bodies. Finally, you will need some stuffing for your project, like this.

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You can find everything at your local Walmart, Michaels, Hobby Lobby, or JoAnnes. You can pick up a kit on Amazon here if you prefer. Yarn goes on sale all of the time so you can look around.

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I hope that helps. If you have any more questions, /r/Brochet and /r/crochet are great resources too.

Not a Bro...but YAY for you!


Here are some great resources:

My very favorite blogger her patterns are very easy:

https://www.attic24.typepad.com/



FREE EBOOK
Granny Square Crochet for Beginners US Version
by Amazon Digital Services LLC
Learn more: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00SUNOK5U/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_npFCDb8331ZF1

I hope you end up loving it as much as the rest of us!
Cheers!

I got the pattern out of a book called Easy Crochet Critters

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1601404956/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_0YF.ub0QTT9G6

I picked it up at Michaels for $7. I've enjoyed it because the patterns are quick. Makes them fast easy baby gifts.

I really like Clover hooks, but they're pricey. This set on Amazon has been good to me and it's cheap!

I love these Clover hooks, and many people on /r/crochet agree with me.

I had no issues a year ago on my last flight. They do sell specific TSA approved scissors if you are concerned. I have these ones (they're also super handy to fold up and keep in the pencil case I keep all my books in)

https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-01-005434-Travel-Folding-Scissors/dp/B003VWHN0O/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=tsa+scissors+travel&qid=1564026030&s=gateway&sprefix=tsa+s&sr=8-3

Thanks, sorry didn't see your reply until now. Spikes were from Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O8N9VZU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

If you want the fox lighter, use a combination of beans/rice and fluff.

If you want the fox heavier, use clear flat pebbles/marbles (often seen in aquariums and vases) or poly-pellets.

If she already has plain aluminum Boye hooks, I use this thing to make them more ergonomic. It looks silly but it completely stopped the hand and wrist cramps I used to get if I crocheted for too long.

DMC TTY16PA Top This Panda Yarn, Black/White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZZY619F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gAaADbAW2A186

Edward’s Crochet Imaginarium

Mine has the blades more hidden, youd think it just a trinket: https://www.amazon.com/Clover-3106-Cutter-Pendant-Antique/dp/B000WV1YC0

does he have a yarn winder? i have this one and its AMAZING.

novelty yarn bag or 2?

• https://www.etsy.com/listing/252871601/8oz-ball-of-yarn-sack-cotton-tote-bag
  
• https://www.etsy.com/listing/186595597/ball-sack-drawstring-knitting-bag-small
  
  comfy hooks?
  
  pattern holder?
  
  maybe something to use as a manly hooker gear case?
  
  and then fill the gear case with some accessories:
  
  
• http://www.amazon.com/Clover-353-Lock-Ring-Markers/dp/B0019KAEEC/
  
• http://www.amazon.com/Lion-Brand-Yarn-400-5-5002-Large-Eye/dp/B0021GN2BA/
  
• http://www.amazon.com/Scissors-Thread-Golden-Clipper-Supplies/dp/B00ATCF342/
  
  and if hes into nerdy stuff...