Mabel Bunny & Co. by Claire Gelder

Fall in love with these oversized toys, then crochet them all, including three mini versions.

Who could resist these loveable toys and their babies? De-stress by snuggling up with Mabel Bunny and her friends – oversized crocheted toys, perfect for giant cuddles and little hands. Not just for children, the soft, chunky yarn and floppy limbs will appeal to all, so make them for yourself or give as gifts (if you can bear to part with them). Mabel makes a great reading companion and at about 70cm tall from head to paws, the animals sit comfortably on a shelf or at the end of your bed.

As well as fifteen different animals to crochet and love, including a dragon, a polar bear, a red panda and a pig, you can also make a mini Mabel, octopus and koala, which are 30-40cm tall. The projects are pitched at beginners to improvers and are suitable for someone who has mastered the basics of crochet. So be inspired, choose a pattern to start and be prepared to fall in love with this collection of adorable toys.

• Instructions are included to make the full-size versions of Mabel Bunny and her friends, including three babies
• Crafters need just basic crochet skills to make these loveable toys out of chunky yarn
• Author Claire Gelder successfully secured investment from two Dragons from BBC's Dragons' Den.