The Llama-No-Drama is an excellent crochet artistry amigurumi example from Yarnspirations. Designed by Nancy Anderson for Red Heart. This stitch along is complete and the entire pattern is in video tutorial and written pattern format.
This a HUGE pattern and the best way to attack a great pattern, such as this, is to go step by step in increments. There are learning opportunities with this one that includes the Fur Stitch repeat pattern.
Pattern Suggestion
Pattern Shown on Video
The pattern on the video is an old copy. The pattern was updated to a new format which is the one-button above. If you want to follow the video exactly as shown, download this version. This is the Original Crochet Llama Version. It is exactly the same pattern just with different round numbers.
Upon review, this adorable and sure to get your friends and family members looking at you as an artist will surprise you on how big this is. It's 14.5" tall x 11" long. It's not a stuffie to get stuff between the cracks of the could.
To prepare for this stitch along:
- 3 Balls Red Heart With Love Aran. You technically only need a bit of Tigerlily, Blue Hawaii, Hot Pink, Daffodil and just a strand of black.
- 1 Pair, 15 mm pure black safety eyes.
- Stitch Markers.
- Stuffing. It's pretty big, start with 1 small bag of stuffing and buy more at a later date if you need it. You will want to stuff this firmly.
- A mini box to store your supplies as you crochet this as you will have animal parts being created to assemble later on.
- You may want to buy an umbrella as your friends may shower you with compliments.
Llama-No-Drama Video Series
Stuffing and Sewing Musical Montage Demonstrations
Week 1: Head and Neck
Week 2 Body
Week 3 Legs, Tail and Ears
Week 4 Halter, Tassels and Blanket - Releasing Jan 22, 2020
Knit Version
There is a knit version of the Llama-No-Drama. I'm not skilled enough in knitting to teach this as a Stitch Along or even regular tutorial.
Marie says
I’ve been wanting to make this, but was so intimidated! Thank you, Mikey, for this and all you do! I just “discovered” you last year, and want you to know that you are FANTASTIC! Happy new year!
Lisa says
I’ve never done an amigurimi before. I’m on row 5 and it’s curling towards me. Is that normal? My inclination is to go with it but that means the back side of the work will be the outside, and I can’t tell if that’s right.
Mikey says
It's correct... You are creating a cone shape.
Michelle says
I’m confused. Aren’t these alpacas?!
Rachel says
Thank you! Not a llama. 😉
I’m obsessed with alpacas, so this is still a must create for me!