Axolotl amigurumi (heklet)

I was a bit worried it would feel stiff like some crochet plushies, but the worsted yarn gives it a cozy, substantial weight that’s perfect for hugging. The 8-inch size sits nicely on a desk, and the gill details are stitched on so securely that I don’t stress about it getting played with. This one’

The little guy arrived looking exactly like the photos, and the worsted yarn makes him feel sturdy yet still soft enough to hug. He’s about 8 inches tall, which is the perfect size to sit on my desk and make me smile during work.

I’ve been searching for a plush that’s actually cuddly and not just decorative, and this one nails it—the medium/worsted weight yarn gives it a dense, squishy feel that’s perfect for hugging. At 8 inches tall, it’s a great size to keep on my desk, and the little gill details add just the right amoun