# Miniature Knitting The Art of Amigurumi By - | Published 2008-11-02 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amigurumi-japanese-miniture-knitting References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=958) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/) The Japanese seem obsessed with making things smaller, from TVs to phones, and now they're doing it with knitting too. Amigurumi is essentially knitting or crocheting [tiny characters or animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-the-lamb), the cuter the better. Even inanimate objects like peanuts are being knitted and sold with adorable googly eyes and brightly colored ribbons! Making Amigurumi look-alikes of famous people or movie characters is also very popular among fans. Who wouldn't want their own [pocket-sized Johnny Depp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupochachan)? These lovely little critters are absolutely perfect for a charming gift (especially for young children) or simply a hug buddy for yourself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Knitting:** Amigurumi is a trend in miniature knitting which can become a part of the toy and decorative industry. - **Character Merchandising:** Making Amigurumi look-alikes of famous people or movie characters is a trend that can disrupt the character merchandising industry. - **Personalized Gifting:** Amigurumi is a trend that can revolutionize the personalized gifting industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** Amigurumi trends can shake the toy industry by offering miniature and customized toys. - **Home Decor Industry:** Amigurumi trends can revolutionize the home decor industry by offering handmade crochet items. - **Arts and Crafts Industry:** Amigurumi trends can disrupt the arts and crafts industry by offering easily made DIY projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md) - [Miniature Baking Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-food.md) - [Miniature Vinyl Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/itsmol.md) - [Video Game Crochet Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit.md) - [Super-Mini Toy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minis-in-minis.md) - [Anthropomorphic Cup Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusesable-coffee.md) - [Fluffy Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupocha-chan.md) - [Fashion-Focused Novelty Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimmon-collectibles.md) - [Miniature Baby Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-real-baby.md)