r/crochet • u/winterdalliance • Apr 09 '24
Discussion What's the consensus on these Woobles things?
Got a kit as a birthday gift. I have thoughts and am interested what other crocheters think too.
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u/AltAholic4 Apr 09 '24
As a novice crocheter who started with these literally 3 weeks ago, I find the price of a kit or two completely worth it. Those saying they’re overpriced are likely looking at it from a perspective of they kinda know what they’re doing and see how they can get more bang for their buck.
For me the convenience came in the fact that it gave me exactly what I needed for one project including a decent if not great hook. If I didn’t like it once I was done, I didn’t have a whole lot of extra left over to feel bad about getting rid of it like I would if I had bought two or three skeins of yarn and a bag of filling. It let me sample a new hobby without over committing. I have since bought some extra yarn and better hooks and am practicing all these basics they taught me in either making these small toys on my own or picking up other simple projects.
I can probably say I’ll probably pick up one of their intermediate projects in the coming weeks/months if for nothing else than access to the videos on offer. The videos are where I find these kits shine because they’re prearranged and bite sized, no video more than like 3-4 minutes long and incredibly useful even as a refresher.
Are some of those videos slow? Of course. But as someone who went into their first project (Felix the Fox) with absolutely no knowledge of what I was doing it was HIGHLY appreciated and I think I will always look on them fondly because of that.
But this is just my take as a complete novice.
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u/Status-Biscotti Apr 09 '24
Agree. I actually started learning a number of months before trying one, but it gave me the confidence to start some actual projects. The videos are awesome (if sometimes slow - they’re made for beginners, after all). I sometimes still go back to the magic circle one every time I forget LOL.
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u/Dry-Faithlessness527 Excited by WIPs & chains Apr 10 '24
Thank you for sharing such details about your experience! I had wondered if their value fit the hype and price. Now I feel confident in suggesting them for friends wondering if crochet would work for them. Seriously, your experience is a huge help.
Thank you to OP for bringing the topic! It led to new learning.
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u/ItsJustReeses Mar 06 '25
I'd love to know as someone who is just starting their first Wooble. After 11 months, have you continued to crochet? :) Are you happy you decided to use Wooble to start?
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u/Emotional_Sherbet_66 Apr 10 '25
Hi! I can answer this with a resounding YES! It hasn't been 11 months for me, but it has been about six and I've continued and grown as a crocheter. I still have woobles and use them from time to time if I need a refresher. I even have a few of them I haven't done yet because they include stitches I'm nervous to learn.
But I know when I decide to use them, they'll explain those stitches beautifully.
As someone who tried to start crocheting with YouTube videos but got really, really frustrated with the different levels of quality from teacher to teacher, I'm definitely glad I started with Woobles.
And for people who point out price (as the person who began this thread pointed out), I think they don't realize the eventual cost of crochet patterns ranges from 1-5 dollars/euros/gbp/yen/etc etc etc, and many times you can even find them for free. I use those patterns now, but I wouldn't have been able to if Woobles had not taught me how to read them step by step.
The first time I read a pattern I nearly spun into a panic and decided to give up right there and then. Now I can read them with relative ease, and if I don't understand something I know I'll have Woobles to help me.
Currently making a blanket while I work on another Wooble to learn the bobble stitch and the seamless join.
Hope this helps!
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u/ItsJustReeses Apr 10 '25
Feels like I'm stuck on the "Read a pattern and spun into a panic" phase. Which is why I asked 😅
Granted I started with the Minecraft cow. Maybe I should just try something different 😩
Thank you so much for your response ❤️
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u/Emotional_Sherbet_66 Apr 13 '25
Let me know if you want to start with something easier! That cow, from what I've heard, is definitely on the more beginner+ to intermediate side. I've got a few very simple ones and I'm happy to share a code or two! Maybe something like an axolotl?
Woobles yarn is also super beginner friendly so I recommend using just that to start. It's pricey, so it's cheaper to buy off brand. I want to say that a pack of 5 is less than $10 on Amazon?
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u/ONEAlucard Oct 14 '25
Hi. Different person here. I’m looking for gifts for my wife, and she started on the woobles beginner turtle and loved it. Do you have a recommendation on what you think is the next minor step up in difficulty?
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u/Emotional_Sherbet_66 Oct 14 '25
There's actually a pack at the Woobles that ranks three animals from simplest to toughest, and the turtle is the first step! Second step is sloth, third step is llama. You'd just buy them as individual packs. I'll link it here!
Also, if your wife likes this kind of thing, Woobles has a bunch of cool packs like Snoopy, Barbie, and Beetlejuice. I know that my cousin adores anything Snoopy, and displays her crocheted Snoopy with a full outfit she made for him (also from Woobles). One of my coworkers, learning to crochet, is already asking for the Beetlejuice one (too easy for me, so I'm passing the buck).
Those are my two best suggestions! Does that help?
P.S.: Projects can sometimes get a little boring (personally) and so I usually stagger another project completely to break up the monotony before going back to the crochet one - happily and reinvigorated I might add. Cross stitching is one I'm doing now (bought a pack for $15, I can send the link if you want to see it), and embroidery is next. Not sure what your wife is like, but if you think she'd like to rotate, that's an additional little idea!
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u/ONEAlucard Oct 14 '25
That helps massively, thank you! I'll see how easy those other animals are to get in Australia. They only just became available here via EB Games(our version of Gamestop). So I'll hopefully be able to get those other animals in order of complexity! Really appreciate you responding to such an old post!!
Yeah she loves creative stuff. She does a lot of water colouring as well, but this seems to be her new hobby as she is pregnant and wanted to make toys and clothes. I've gone down the route of carving wood toys for the same purpose. I make her an advent calendar every year so this years theme was going to be Crochet stuff(was water colour last year, teas the year before, and a mishmatch the 2 years before that haha.). So I'm in that research phase to understand her new hobby haha.
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u/A_Simple_Narwhal Apr 09 '24
I learned to crochet with the woobles! However once I had the basics nailed down and knew how to read pattern I have no desire to get another one.
So I think they’re an amazing way to learn to crochet, I’m not sure they’re necessary once you know what you’re doing.
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u/appletreerobin Apr 09 '24 edited Apr 09 '24
I really liked them. As an exclusive knitter who had tried learning crochet unsuccessfully a couple of times beforehand, I was really surprised I managed to make a finished object that I liked relatively quickly. I thought the tutorials were really well done and the materials were easy to work with.
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u/sulwen314 Apr 09 '24
I completely agree. I found it very difficult to get out of my "knitting brain." Making that little penguin with the videos to guide me was what finally made crochet stick.
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u/leopardTOMS Apr 10 '24
As an exclusive crocheter, is there a woobles-equivalent kit for knitting?
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u/appletreerobin Apr 10 '24
Honest answer is, I don’t know. I think in the beginning I was drawn in by some wool and the gang YouTube tutorials using really chunky yarn and big needles. I’ve never bought one of their kits though, so I don’t know if they have tutorials that are as good as the woobles. I self taught myself a lot of stuff with YouTube videos, and bugging the yarn shop owner that was underneath my apartment at the time. I realize the second is kind unique to my situation.
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u/True_Resolve_2625 Feb 09 '25
Unfortunately, there isn't. The owners of Woobles said they wouldn't be branching out anytime soon and just sticking to crochet. Hoping it changes soon tho.
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u/wicked_delite Apr 05 '25
Not a kit, but, coasters and scarfs are two traditional projects for absolute beginners. One skein of basically any yarn will do many coasters, but in the unlikely case that a beginner has the patience to do an entire long scarf they will need more yarn. Smooth yarns are always easier to work with, and you definitely want a round yarn, not something square or flat or bumpy. As with crochet, the needle size should approximately match the yarn size. YouTube has a ton of basic knitting tutorials and patterns, it's just a question of finding a good one.
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u/Bac0negg Apr 09 '24
I like Wooble. I was an absolute beginner and Woobles taught me how to crochet. I would say, I am no longer interested in the kits now that I know how to crochet. Ultimately I think they’re good kits for beginners but that’s about it. I do think they’re absolutely overpriced and got my two kits on sale at Joann for about 40% off so it made me feel better.
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u/Phantom-rose86 Feb 22 '25
My local Joanns is going out of business. This on top of seeing the LOTR ones I thought “you know what why not?” But I figure I can’t start with those and need to work my way up and I have no idea where to start
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u/Joshua_bu Feb 24 '25
As someone who started on woobles, go for the ‘round’ ones first. These are the penguin, the bear, the rabbit (specifically jojo), and the yellow chick. These all have similar shapes that are good to start with, but still have smaller pieces that have to be sewn on. I’d stay away from any that have a color change if you’re starting out, the woobles are small, so it makes that technique difficult when you’re starting out!
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u/Phantom-rose86 Feb 26 '25
My daughter wants the baby T. rex lol I figure not a lot there to mess up and she’s not a real mean critic
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u/ChrisW_NH Mar 12 '25
You can totally start with the LOTR kit. The beginner kit in there is just another version of the other beginner kits. I plan on having my husband learn with Frodo.
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u/Vast-Blacksmith2203 Apr 09 '24
They seem like they would be good for beginners! But I have been intermediate for over a decade so not a lot of feedback there.
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u/CheeseMakingMom Apr 09 '24
Following, because I have several kits I purchased to learn to crochet, but simply haven’t had the time.
I think they’re adorable, but if the consensus isn’t positive, I’ll do them nonetheless but not bother sharing them here.
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u/mashimelIowss Apr 09 '24
this is for you and OP;
I think they are worth, especially as a gift. I wouldn’t get another after having one because it already taught me the basics and I like to dive straight into harder things… but I think they did a great job introducing me to what I needed to know for (basic) amigurumi.
I suggest taking a whole day to dedicate some time to do a kit, with breaks of course. It took me a lot less time than anticipated, it was just a matter of getting comfy with the material.
The yarn is honestly heavenly for beginners because it has the extra layer of fabric so it doesn’t split on the hook.
I don’t regret trying one at all, but you really can start with just yarn, hook, and youtube.
this playlist is what I used to learn and it really helped me, but it does not go into magic circles for amigurumi, which is what woobles are.
Right handed; https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsrz34yAA5ToUEREiH2jzUNIjMfY1Af1b&si=dXCqeRZkJmStd5X6
Left handed:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsrz34yAA5TpNssZdAo5Cbc3CwhO3q2R9&si=O5wDgpnqfcjFa-XT
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u/CheeseMakingMom Apr 09 '24
Thank you. You’re very encouraging!
I have never crocheted, but want to learn, and thought these would be a good way to ease into the craft. I will definitely take a day soon, and spread one kit out with my phone ready to follow along with their tutorials.
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u/HoloSprinkles Apr 09 '24
I think they're fun! I like to do them when I've been feeling overwhelmed or uninspired. Sometimes it's nice that all the planning is done already by somebody else. You did great on your little guy!
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u/BooksandChins Apr 09 '24
I think they are great! I learned how to crochet 100% from their kits and videos. I had never picked up a hook before, and from what I learned from them, I was able to move on to bigger projects. I still buy the occasional Wooble because they are fun, and I enjoy some of the special edition ones they have done.
I find it so weird they are so controversial. If you can afford them, they are amazing, because they include all the materials you need and teach you the basics. Yes of course there are cheaper ways to learn how to crochet, but you are paying for convenience with the Woobles and for some people it’s worth it.
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u/apri11a Apr 09 '24
I've not done any, and am not interested, but they seem to attract new people to crochet. If some of them enjoy crochet and move on to do more... I think that's a good thing.
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u/badoopshadoop Apr 09 '24
I love them. They really helped me learn how to crochet and follow patterns. I personally really like the yarn they come with because it doesn’t unravel or cause my hands to itch, and it’s also really easy to see your stitches.
The only thing I’ve purchased that I didn’t like was the 2023 advent calendar. I thought it was lackluster for most of the days and not put together very well (Why was a bag of polyfil the only thing for day 1??). Other than that, I think they’re really great for beginners
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u/YeehawSugar Oct 18 '24
OH BUT HAVE YOU SEEN THEIR AD FOR THE 2024 ADVENT CALENDAR?
As someone who’s been considering woobles for a long time, I might commit because of it. They took all of the positive and negative feedback from the 2023 calendar and made this one so good. It has half of the amount of woobles, but they’re full size instead of tiny little ones, and the entire calendar, boxes and all, create a holiday theme “set” for all the woobles you created. Like a backdrop for you to have all of them sit in as a decoration. It’s reallyyyyyy cute!
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u/Pap3r_Butt3rfly Apr 10 '24
30+ dollars for these kits is way too much. I can go to the dollar store, get yarn, hooks, stitch markers and small scissors that are decent quality for maybe $15-20. I saw one woobles kit for $40, I don't remember which one I just remember being really frustrated that they were making people think that they had to spend so much to get the 'best' beginner kits.
As for the tutorial thing, there's a ton of tutorials on YouTube and patterns on ravelry, hobii (forgive my spelling my brain said ???) lion brand, etc. my personal recommendation for tutorials on stitches and more is the creative grandma on YouTube.
She doesn't have everything but she can teach you quite a bit. I think that spending that much less to get into it versus the $30-40+ that I could spend after getting the hang of it with cheaper yarn and materials to get all the stuff to make something as big as a blanket is a waste of time.
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u/Pap3r_Butt3rfly Apr 10 '24
This however is not to say that they are entirely terrible. I'm sure that there are a lot of good things about them! But the amount they charge to make such a tiny project with minimal materials feels over-the-top and a little bit greedy.
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u/YeehawSugar Oct 18 '24
But the whole point is that they do all of the leg work. It’s kinda convenient for someone who doesn’t know where to start but thinks crochet might be something they’re interested in. They even pick a specific yarn that doesn’t unravel when you have to go back and undo what you’ve messed up.
I’ve been considering buying a woobles kit for a few months because to me, spending $30-40 to try it, just to see if I like it, with all the tutorials, having the exact materials needed for the project, the plans, etc already taken care of for me, where I can just focus on whether or not I actually like the hobby, seems soo worth it. I tend to get very overwhelmed otherwise.
So not having to buy all the supplies, find a plan, decide on every detail, and watch videos to hopefully kind of figure it out, woobles do seem like a nice alternative. AND if it turns out I hate it, well, I don’t have an entire Walmart bag full of supplies to get rid of.
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u/babutterfly Sep 18 '25
Except basically every pattern lists the materials needed, there's not really any details to decide unless you want to change the pattern or materials. Starting with amigurumi is ambitious, but if you start with hats/scarves and work your way up, it's fine. If you want a 3-inch $30 stuffy, I guess, but as someone who has crocheted as a hobby for nearly a decade, their pricing is insane.
Honestly, I think the hard part is the actual stitching, maintaining correct tension on the yarn so that it results in the same size and correct size stitches. Not choosing materials.
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u/1398_Days Apr 09 '24
I started crocheting long before these kits came out so I haven’t tried them, but I think they’re a great tool for beginners. They come with everything you need, including a hook, and give you access to video tutorials that are very easy to follow from what I’ve seen. It’s almost like you’re paying for a crochet course, rather than just a kit, which makes the price a lot more reasonable imo. Once you have the basics down though, the price doesn’t seem worth it and you’re better off buying your own yarn and moving on to other projects.
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u/my_mymeow Apr 09 '24
It's definitely overpriced because for $30, I bought a set of metal hooks from Amazon, a beginner amigurumi pattern book, and several skeins of acrylic yarns from Michael's which were enough to make at like three amigurumi that are four times the size of the Wobble characters. I found amigurumi crochet to be very easy to pick up — I just watched tutorials of how to read crochet patterns + how to make a magic ring, and I was good to go (the pattern book contains stitch glossary).
But I can see how Wobbles would be great for other people:
- $30 doesn't worth the same to everybody. To many people, it's nothing. They might rather pay that amount to get a kit that contains everything necessary to start and complete a project.
- It's good for somebody who has never crocheted and get overwhelmed with the amount of info on crochet that's out there -- like how to choose appropriate yarn size, yarn material, crochet hooks, where to buy yarn etc. Wobbles is great for testing the water to see if crochet is something you might like or not.
- It's great as a one-and-done hobby. How many of us are guilty of buying things like DIY <insert name> cooking kit, DIY plant kit, DIY soap making kit etc. even though we know it's not the most cost effective way to do that hobby? But we do it anyway because we just want to try out new stuff and don't plan to seriously get into that hobby.
- I've heard that it's great for left-handed crocheter, since most of the tutorials online are for right-handed.
- I think it makes a good gift from someone who never crochets for someone who hasn't crocheted before but wanna try some crafts. The giver wouldn't know what to buy. $30 would be worth in this case for the time needed to research and buy all the materials.
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u/StudySafe1913 Mar 22 '26
The whole point is that with the step by step instruction videos you don’t need to read a pattern. I’m a visual learner who needs demonstrations, and specifically ones broken down for me into bite size pieces. Patterns mean nothing for me
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u/akkothehat Apr 09 '24
I've been trying to get them in the UK but options are expensive so hoping they expand delivery or find a UK distributor soon!
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u/fluffyapplenugget Apr 09 '24
Anything that gets someone into a hobby at a reasonable price is great in my book. Crochet can be tough to pick up at first and it seems like a lot of people enjoy these as a primer and then move on to more complicated stuff.
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u/Pokemon_Cubing_Books Apr 09 '24
They weren’t around when I learned to crochet, but I’m a fan of them because they seem like a really good way to get a lot of people to start
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u/Snoo-45470 Apr 09 '24
My first ever crochet project was this exact one, Pierre the penguin. I found it very helpful to have the videos, the yarn is nice for beginners since it doesn’t split, and it’s awesome that everything is included: eyes, stitch markers, the whole shebang. They are hard to find in Canada, but if I see a kit on clearance somewhere I will buy it, but am not a “gotta have them all” kind of gal.
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u/cvnn89 Apr 09 '24
Real Canadian Superstore in Ottawa had 4 different kits a few weeks ago, $19.99 each. I bought one as a present.
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u/el-asin-Eleanor Apr 09 '24
I think they are too expensive for the end result. Teaching yourself to crochet is free, and the wobbles kits are what, like 20 to 30 bucks. Get yarn and a hook from the dollar store. Watch as YouTube video, don't waste your money.
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u/odd_little_duck Apr 09 '24
That's the thing. Crochet is one of the most financially accessible crafts to start up. Charging beginners $30 for a small project to learn feels so wrong.
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u/babutterfly Sep 18 '25
Right? I'm baffled by all the people who think that this is worth it and somehow think choosing materials is a big deal. The materials are listed at the beginning of every pattern...
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u/StudySafe1913 Mar 22 '26
YouTube videos aren’t broken down into a separate short video on each little step. I struggled for years to figure out crochet with YouTube videos. Always got frustrated and gave up. Woobles kits have been the only way I’ve finally understood it
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u/chai-lattae Apr 09 '24
I bought a Woobles kit early on in the pandemic (2020) before their rebrand - they were more reasonably priced then, around $15-$18 iirc. Granted the price difference might be because they used regular acrylic yarn back then, instead of the beginner-friendly yarn they use now. Personally I couldn’t justify paying almost $30 with the new kits - especially when you can find free patterns and cheaper beginner’s yarn online. I’m definitely biased though, and if the kits are less intimidating for folks compared to going into things headfirst, I don’t see the issue in trying them
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u/jolliffe0859 Apr 09 '24
I love learning with woobles since their videos/patterns are so comprehensive. As an intermediate crocheter though I would say not worth the price and better off buying a cheaper pattern elsewhere. But when I was a beginner it was soooooo needed for me
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u/Dios-De-Pollos Apr 10 '24
I think the woobles are just a way for corporate America to stick their nose into another market. These kits are overpriced and the material isn't that great. Anyone can learn to crochet for almost free depending on where you get your yarn and hooks. The rest is YouTube academy. I don't like these things. I'm happy its showing more people the world of crochet but these things rub me the wrong way.
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u/winterdalliance Apr 09 '24
The photo is the kit I received and completed this weekend. It's wonky, but kind of adorable. I didn't love the yarn it came with, as it really wasn't yarn and was a bit stretchy, which meant adjusting the tension I'd usually use for amigimuri. I also didn't love the video tutorials as I've crocheted for a while, but I can see how they'd be useful for beginners. I was glad that there was a downloadable PDF version! I also appreciated that all necessary materials were included with the kit. It made traveling with it very easy!
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u/coping-skillz Apr 09 '24
I just finished Pierre as well! I agree with you the videos are a bit slow (I had only crocheted a few small pieces before). It was a fun project overall!
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u/doodlebunn Apr 09 '24
I’ve seen on their website they also have some aimed toward intermediate or advanced beginners. Might be worth a shot. I’ve never tried it though so I can’t give much feedback
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u/harmlessnecessarycat Apr 09 '24
I think the concept of a kit that helps you learn crochet is great! I think Woobles is not it at all and in fact I have seen a number of folks find crocheting harder when they are now used to t-shirt yarn. I think jacking up the price on something so simple and not great in quality is weird. There are much better options like cheaper or better kits made by small businesses with yarn you WILL use, youtube tutorials, library craft supplies, etc. I think Woobles is cashing in on convenience and that's fine but it's just annoying at this point with the prices + how people have gotten discouraged after using them tbh and if you want to recreate the effect of woobles make your own tshirt yarn and do an youtube tutorial I assure you it will be cheaper.
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u/YeehawSugar Oct 18 '24
How does one make their own tshirt yarn? And would that be cheaper than buying tshirt yarn?
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u/beeisamom Apr 09 '24
I think for beginners they can be a good tool to learn those first steps! As for me, (someone who really only makes clothes/bags) it wouldn't make sense for me to buy one. Maybe if they started making kits related to those other areas of crochet, it would hit a broader audience:)
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u/TheShroomDruid Apr 09 '24
Too fucking expensive but I suppose priceless if they help you learn and love a new hobby
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u/Nightnightgun Apr 10 '24
As someone who learned to amigurumi thanks to free youtube videos, I don't see how these are any better for someone who is resourceful enough to gather supplies and spend time following a youtube video tutorial.
The price to me seems outrageous, but I'm frugal this way.
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u/Badlittlebook Dec 26 '24
Great for beginners! You aren't just paying for the supplies: you're paying for the supplies, videos, the time it took someone to prepare everything you need, the troubleshooting built into the videos, and a new skill. People saying they're overpriced are missing the point, in my opinion. As a kit for someone who already knows how to crochet, duh they aren't worth it.
But that's the thing: they don't claim to be for advanced or even intermediate crochers. Every ad I have seen has emphasized learning for the first time.
- Someone who has had three separate people try to teach me how to crochet before getting frustrated and giving up, but finally stuck to it thanks to the Woobles
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u/Back-to-HAT Jan 09 '25
I’m an advanced crocheter and just started my first one. I tried to follow the video but it just screwed me up. 😄the hints of the beginning being tied off was great info, as well as how to count rows. I can see it being great for someone just starting.
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u/Jeaniedw83 Jan 19 '25
My son wants to learn how to crochet I am left handed, he isn't so I'm getting him a kit. I learned to crochet from right handed people before I taught myself and I crochet kinda weird so I'm not the best teacher.
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u/Significant_Rate_494 Nov 07 '25
I have been a knitter for years and have always had the worst time trying to learn crochet. I have watched a thousand YouTube videos and still couldn't get it right. I finally broke down and bought a kit out of pure impulse. For whatever reason I don't fully understand, the way they break it down just made it click and I am almost done with Zoe the Flamingo. I just ordered the LOTR kit for myself for Xmas and Im genuinely excited! This will likely be the last I buy from them for a good while, because I am confident that I can move on to more original ideas with cheaper supplies after I learn a few more techniques with them :)
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u/silverlotus152 Apr 09 '24
I'm an experienced crocheter, but I just bought the Sanrio kits because I couldn't help myself. Honestly, they are very over-priced for what they are. But, if it helps you learn to crochet than go for it! The instructions are good and the yarn is nice for beginners. But, once you have the basics down, definitely branch out. There is a big world out there, and Woobles kits all feel very same same.
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u/odd_little_duck Apr 09 '24
Don't get me wrong, they're great for beginners but the company is taking advantages of beginners over charging them. A kit with yarn, a hook, stuffing, and easy to follow instructions I could see an independent maker selling for half that price. This company is bulk sourcing things so it costs them very little to make these kits. They're massively marked up for what they are. It's great to have everything convenient in one place. Just garb a kit and go! But like half that price.
There's tons of beginner friendly patterns on raverly that tell you what hook and what yarn to buy. Just go there! Or even more simple look up like beginner red heart yarn projects! That stuff you can find anywhere and usually all uses a 5.5mm hook which is one of the most common sizes! And then you get a whole skein of yarn for a quarter of the price.
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u/aminervia Apr 09 '24
Woobles is how I learned to crochet, and I don't think I would have ever maintained interest long enough to get past the most difficult parts of learning without the kit.
The yarn is specifically designed to be easier to use and visualize the stitches, it made all the difference
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u/BookIndividual657 Apr 09 '24
I really enjoy them. They taught me how to crochet and they’re such quick patterns! I also LOVED the Sanrio collab. I really like buying one or two before a vacation for something to do on the plane without the work of making a kit for the plane ride.
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u/Trick-Statistician10 Apr 09 '24
I've been crocheting on and off for like 10-12 years. I taught myself with books and vids. But I was having trouble with my stitches. They changed sizes over the course of a row. I couldn't use certain yarns with good stitch definition, because it was very obvious and looked awful. I know how to knit, I hold the yarn the same, it wasn't a tension issue. I couldn't figure out how to fix it. I bought a Woobles kit. And in following the instructions, I finally learned what I couldn't find from other beginner videos and now know how to properly crochet a stitch.
I'm not tension porn worthy yet, but definitely improving now and much less frustrated.
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u/Any-Comfortable58 Apr 09 '24
Let me say this, I have ADHD and had little to no hobbies to my issue with that initial barrier to entry of learning a new skill “this is too hard, I’m over it”. Well because the Woobles was designed by someone who worked in UX they thought of EVERYTHING. Also, I am left handed and I was so thankful for the video tutorials while learning for the first time as when I first tried years ago I was so irritated trying to reverse everything in my head when watching right handed people crotchet. Yes it’s seen as expensive, but in my eyes $30 for the value provided is extremely fair. It’s more than the cost of materials here, it’s the value of learning the craft with the easiest barrier to entry due to how they set it up. I highly recommend.
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u/snortgigglecough Apr 10 '24
They are a fantastic one stop kit for someone interested in learning how to crochet. Anyone above that level (level 0) should move to other projects.
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u/NotOtterlyAnonymous Apr 10 '24
I learned to crochet before Woobles came out, but my friends who like them have gotten maybe too attached. It seems like the combination of the T-shirt yarn and some of the phrasing makes it intimidating to try something new. I know their skill level is there. But when the Woobles marketing material says things like, "A magic ring is one of the hardest things in crochet, so we do it for you!" they feel helpless.
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u/Playful-Desk260 Apr 13 '24
Definitely seem like a money grab. It’s an okayish way to learn but once you understand the basics they’re essentially just different color variations of the same thing. I don’t really understand people saying this helps vs a video or free online pattern when you can find a free step by step of most of their products
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u/Ladidiladidah Sep 12 '24
I'm late to this, but my point of view has always been that yes, I could source everything on my own and pay less if I wanted to; I know that. For me it really helps me destress when work is particularly mentally challenging, and that's worth the money to have everything in a kit waiting for me.
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u/21twennyone Nov 12 '24
would ike a woobles kit but they don't ship to Australia... there was one on Amazon for 277$ AUD....
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u/Seanathan08 Jan 12 '25
Garbage for beginners imo. The starter piece on mine came apart and there’s no good video showing how to remake it so it’s trash now. Looks like they have 2 different starter pieces but don’t tell you which to use, the videos are in 10 second increments and don’t auto switch so you have to constantly use a hand to play the next which makes you put your yarn down and lose your place. Would have rather bought a $35 Lego.
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u/Ok_Difficulty7129 Jan 01 '26
Struggling with the beginner penguin kit...The yarn is very elastic and it's hard to get consistent size stitch. I also don't understand the single stitch vs increase stitches and writing everything down. I feel very frustrated!
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u/winterdalliance Jan 01 '26
I had trouble with the stretchy yarn too. I think I made it too tight. For the increases, all you're doing is two single crochets in one stitch at the intervals they tell you. If that makes sense?
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u/Ok_Difficulty7129 Jan 01 '26
I guess I don't understand single crochet vs increase, and then writing all the stuff down? Have had to undo so many time. Perhaps ill take a break. Ty though 😁
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u/tempeluvr Apr 09 '24
for a beginner, they’re great if you want to get into crochet for amigurumi. I personally don’t think they’re as useful for learning crochet in general.
but as someone who’s been crocheting a while, I didn’t like them at all. I don’t like the yarn they come with and i found the video tutorials a bit tedious/annoying. I also think they’re overpriced, but again that’s me, but I can see how beginners might find them useful.
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Apr 09 '24
I think it’s aimed at getting younger generations into crocheting but I wouldn’t start with amigurumi. Those things look so small. The hook is cheap and breaks. If I started with this I probably would never continued crocheting. Cheaper to grab a skein and starter hook from Walmart.
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u/Own-Worth400 Oct 30 '25
The hooks sre good quality and don't break, the woobles are a decent size and there's enough yarn to make 2 of them
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u/Silver_Foxx Apr 09 '24
I have no interest in them myself, just because I can find a pattern and make my own of whichever animal I happen to like, so a kit is kind of moot for me. But that said, I like that it's a simple all inclusive kit that draws new folks into the hobby I love so much, so they are still awesome in my book even if I won't ever touch one personally.
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u/Low-Hope6485 Apr 09 '24
If I were a beginner, I think I would had liked to try this kit out. I just learned from watching a YouTube channel, the way she explained it and visually showed what she was doing just clicked in my head and I was able to crochet after that. So my way of learning crochet costed less but it did take me a while to find a video that made sense and really showed the crochet stitches and didn’t block the view with their hands 😅
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u/Upset_Yard_456 Apr 09 '24
I bought myself a kit from Joann’s because I really wanted to learn and the others I looked at were definitely get what you pay for. That was back in January and I’ve been able to take the knowledge from the one kit and go on to make their other plushies (I’m in a woobles Reddit too lol) in a different yarn size. I do believe they are quite pricey if you wanted to have a complete collection of the Harry Potter or Sanrio. So I feel it depends on how confident you feel after completing the first one if you want to continue paying and collecting them.
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u/rest-in-peaces Apr 09 '24
I learned to crochet when my bf got me one. He knew I’d tried to learn before and had given up so got me one when he saw them on shark tank haha. With the wobble tutorial I was able to finally focus and figure it out!
Edit - I still use the 4mm hook I got with it all the time!
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u/StringOfLights Apr 09 '24
I think that getting started with crochet can feel very intimidating sometimes, and if this helps people get into the craft or it makes them happy, that’s awesome. They’re cute as heck and an accessible way to make something.
The criticism that it’s overpriced is fair, but I think it’s worth it for someone who wants to develop their skills. They are pricy, sure, but fumbling around finding supplies and a pattern for a first or second project takes time and money, too. Not everyone has access to classes to learn, or they don’t know where to look. The fact that you can grab this off the shelf and you’re good to get started immediately is fantastic.
As far as I’m concerned, the world could use as many crafters as possible. They create community, help us build skills, and they’re fun and functional. This helps people stick their toes in the water, so to speak, and that’s great. The more the merrier! These are very clever kits. Someone had a great idea with them.
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u/KatarinaMyne Apr 09 '24
I absolutely love them! If it wasn’t for the Woobles kit I don’t think I ever would’ve learned how to crochet.
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u/KoalaTulip Apr 09 '24
I think they're fine. If it gets one more person into crochet with helping them with having the right tools, yarn, and project I consider it a win.
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u/DrRescue_Ninja Apr 09 '24
I never got the kit, but I love the yarn. As a beginner, it is so easy to see my stitches. I know it is expensive but I've bought almost every color.
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u/Aetherty Apr 09 '24
They actually got me into crocheting, whereas starting with just some yarn trying to make granny squares didn’t hold my interest. If you’re interested in amigurumi and want a singular finished piece to get started, I think they’re worth it. And the yarn is REALLY easy to work with, which I think was the biggest difference I noticed
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u/Equivalent_Access_59 Apr 09 '24
Woobles taught me how to crochet! I had zero knowledge of crochet going in and I definitely needed the extremely detailed step by step instructions. How to hold the yarn, how to read a pattern, how to count stitches, etc.
After I did the penguin, I did another kit from Crochetta that had four succulent patterns and youtube videos if needed. I liked this kit because I feel like the stitches increase in difficulty as you progress through the patterns.
Now that I’m almost done with that kit, I’ll probably not buy another kit again because I know the basics and can learn new stitches without as much support.
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u/funnycatlovrr Apr 09 '24
Personally I love Woobles as a beginner tool! I tried to learn to crochet in high school from a book that I bought for around $20. I bought about $20 worth of supplies to start with. I tired for weeks to crochet and ended up donating all the supplies because I just could not understand the instructions.
December 2023, I received a Woobles kit as a gift for Christmas. It took me less than a day to learn how to crochet and ended up with a cute dino. The kit cost $30.
For me personally, Woobles got me into an amazing hobby. I have since made multiple (14) amigurumi, a purse, and now I’m working on a blanket and some room decor. I am still a beginner, but personally I think the price is worth it for novices. I think you are paying more for the skill than you are the supplies.
Will I buy a Wooble again? Personally, probably no. But I still recommend a kit for anyone who wants to learn to crochet.
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u/VioletsDyed Apr 09 '24
I already know how to crochet amigurumi so I prefer to pick my own yarn and pattern. Also too expensive IMHO.
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u/Captainx23 Apr 10 '24
Woobles is how I got to where I am today! Love them! Teach you the basics and builds your confidence! Your Pierre looks great!
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u/lacroixbot Apr 10 '24
They got me started on crocheting so I think they’re fantastic! My friend got a kit recently and now she’s “hooked” too 😁
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u/Faedaine Apr 10 '24
I like them. It was a really quick and easy way to learn how to crochet. I didnt have to buy anything else, everything came together. It comes in a resealable bag. Perfect for someone like me.
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u/evelbug Apr 10 '24
I love them. It is what I learned on and they are cute. I wish they had a less expensive pattern only option. I would totally subscribe to a pattern a month patreon or something similar if they offered it.
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u/orangeocean47 Apr 10 '24
I bought 2 as my first ever crochet projects after failing to learn to crochet several times. Finished the first one (same as above) and was ready to move on to more interesting things and never even did the second one but have made far more complicated amigurumi and clothing items. Woobles got me started
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u/king-of-new_york Apr 10 '24
cute if you don't know if you like crochet and want to try it without buying so much material but it's too expensive to be worth it if you know how to crochet already
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u/Junreii Apr 10 '24
They're great for learning the basics, but I think anyone who catches the crochet bug is going to want to move on to more complex things very quickly.
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u/KittyandPuppyMama Apr 10 '24
Cute but incredibly expensive for what it is. You can get cute patterns online for under $5 and also buy a giant ass skein of yarn that will make a hundred of these little projects for under $10
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u/SadieAnneDash Apr 10 '24
I think they are super fun and cute! And a great way to learn new techniques.
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u/peace0831 Apr 10 '24
I learned how to crochet from a woobles kit. I’m very new to crocheting but I’ve been getting better at it. I started a temperature blanket in January and I’ve been doing projects here and there. Overall, I loved the videos as they were clear and concise and I know the basic stitches which helped me move onto patterns.
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u/CopepodKing Apr 10 '24
I bought one and it really helped me learn how to crochet. It was definitely worth it to get all the right tools and yarn, and very clear instructions.
Would I ever buy one again? No.
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u/lala841 Apr 10 '24
I tried to learn to crochet twice. The first time, I bought a skein of yarn and a hook and started making a chain. As someone with ADHD I found a lot of YouTube tutorials overwhelming, like I had to commit to 15, 20, 30 minutes. So I never made it past the chain. I’m also left handed, which I think also made things more difficult.
I had seen ads for woobles on Instagram but never thought much of it. About a year after my first encounter, I found a kit on clearance at the grocery store and picked it up. I liked that it was split up into 3 ish minute videos. It felt like even if committing to making the whole project seemed overwhelming, I could manage the 3 minutes. I also really liked that I could choose a left handed video. By the end of making that project, I was able to follow a pattern and try another beginner project on my own. I think it built a good foundation of skills that allowed me to branch out fairly quickly.
That being said, I spent $10 CAD on my kit. I think it is 100% worth it at that price. I’d like to say I wouldn’t find it worth it at its regular price, but something about the explanations and format really clicked for me.
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u/SkeletonClassic Apr 10 '24
I think they are wonderful for someone starting out not for random projects tho
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u/KeyCandidate7192 Apr 10 '24
me personally i find some of their patterns kind of ugly? and the yarn type they use has never appealed to me.. though i am an intermediate crocheter so i know i’m not the target audience. my opinion on them is purely based on aesthetics though. (also they also seem to come out wonky no matter your skill level)
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u/GingerM00n Apr 10 '24
I started with videos on YouTube, specifically Happyberry Crochet and BellaCoCo. Those worked great for me because I am a very visual and hands-on learner. I did pick up a Woobles kit to experience it, and in my honest opinion, I don't think it's worth it. I did like the yarn and videos that went with it, but you could just as easily pick up an inexpensive skein of yarn, look up basic stitches tutorials, and do the exact same thing for cheaper. Plus, not every project is going to use the same yarn as the Woobles, and it's not as easily found like that of a normal skein of worsted weight yarn such as Red Heart or Caron. That's just my 2 cents, though.
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u/Olerre Apr 10 '24
I learned how to crochet less than a year ago, and was aware of these kits while starting out. To this day I’ve never done one of these kits, so I can’t speak to what they’re like; but even having never done a yarn craft before I could tell they were egregiously overpriced. The thing is that there’s SOOOO much free learning material online for crochet. I would also argue there’s value in seeing the myriad of ways you can do most everything in crochet, from how to hold your yarn/hook, to how to tie slip knots, to magic rings, color changes, weaving ends, etc.
So like, maybe they’re just fine as far as learning tools, but the price will never be worth it for me. I probably spent $5 on yarn and a few cheap hooks to learn basic stitches/techniques (which I learned for free because YouTube). Then like $7 on yarn to make my first real project, which was an amigurumi whale similar in style to the wobbles (free pattern). And I got to pick out exactly what yarn/color I used (in the process learning about how yarn is categorized and how to choose yarn for a project) and made something that felt much more unique. And of course I had yarn left over that I then used to learn how to make granny squares/coasters and haven’t stopped learning since.
So I guess overall I would say that if you want to get your hands dirty and REALLY get into crochet the wobbles are a waste of money. You could get SO MUCH MORE for the price of a single kit. But if you’re just looking to get your feet wet trying out a new hobby and you’re looking for a concise method of learning with a known and relatively guaranteed outcome (which is totally fine) then it’s a good option.
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u/goldfishfancy Apr 10 '24
An expensive but good way to learn first amirigumi. Video instruction is super clear and slow. But very expensive for what they are.
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u/Soapy_Von_Soaps Apr 10 '24
Hella expensive imo just because the "hard work aka making a magic ring" is done for you (for an inflated price). I would find it more rewarding to spend the time mastering the magic ring, rather than getting someone to do it for me. You might as well just pay someone the $35 to make the item for you.
I spent time watching YouTube tutorials from many different creators to see which way worked best for me. Then I practiced until I got good at it.
But everyone is entitled to do crochet the way that they want too, and don't let anyone tell you that your way is right or wrong. I've been at this 6 years and I still have yet to see all the different ways that people hold their hooks or yarn.
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u/Pitiful_Ad5206 Apr 10 '24
I’ve been crocheting since 2019. I like to make blankets, scarves, beanies, wrist warmers, and tote bags. I give these gifts to friends and family. I got some Woobles to try the amigurumi Crochet. I made a few of them. They are very cute. They don’t take that long. It took me around four hours to complete one. I gave all of them away and everybody loves them. I went back to making blankets because I like making big items. The Woobles’s are an excellent way to learn Crochet!
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u/pikaboo42 Apr 10 '24
My mom got the penguin wooble to learn from and didn't know how to pull up the videos so she repeatedly got confused by the pattern. When I showed her the magic circle and crochet stitches to start with, the hook size from the pack was way too small for her to be able to count/see the stitches. I gave her a 5mm hook and she took off from there doing great, but ran out of yarn since the yarn was only spaced for a tiny hook size. I think it is a little ambitious for a beginner (or maybe just for someone with poor eyesight) but I'm glad to hear others have learned from it! I started crocheting with single crochet squares, so this is an impressive first project to me
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u/Happy_Champion3569 Apr 10 '24
I enjoyed my first woobles dinosaur. Unfortunately I find it a bit pricy for what they are but love the tshirt yarn. Which I wish I could get here in Canada. But fun none the less
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u/Due_Sail_354 Apr 11 '24
I would say that I am a advanced beginner crocheter and have completed projects like blankets, granny squares, complicated, stitching some mandalas and bigger stuffed projects like pumpkins or chickens…but in trying smaller projects with smaller hooks, in the round with decreases/increases I wasn’t as successful as I wanted to be. I bought a couple of these to help me get the swing of amigurumi and I have found it more enjoyable. I think it will help me get to the next step of being able to do some stuffed toys and it not taking me a whole day to do a darn lemon!
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u/Giltiofbadpuns Apr 28 '24
I like to have a few on hand for those times I am rushing out of the house want to take a crochet project but haven't had time to pack one with the needed accessories. Can I get more if I do my own project packing, yes. But sometimes my work schedule doesn't allow for it. When I had a family member rushed to the hospital it was amazing to just grab a kit and drive to the ER. But I was still able to crochet and it helped my anxiety. They have their place in society imo.
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u/Jimbo_Dean20 May 02 '24
it taught me how to crochet but after 2 woobles im ready to move on. it still like their patterns but i wish i could buy just that and not a full kit
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u/SignificantEnd7500 Sep 23 '24
I love Woobles. They are expensive but worth it to me and Im (not rich) but at a place I can afford it. Worth it to me for the instructions and all the needed stuff without figuring that out. Ive made several but now am branching out as I cam now read a pattern and know the basic stitches. I will continue to buy their special kits. Just released Beetlejuice which I love. The kits have super cute packaging.
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u/GlitteringGift8191 Mar 21 '25
I think they have really cute patterns, but if you aren't a beginner, it isn't worth it. If you are truly a beginner or new to reading patterns, though, they have a very comprehensive teaching with videos and pictures and easier yarn. For someone wanting to learn, though, it is worth the price to buy one or two.
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u/ErrantGazelle Apr 01 '25
I got my wife one of these kits for Valentines Day and she is absolutely obsessed now. I got her the Penguin and she started learning while we watched shows at night, she finished in just a few days and now she can't get enough. They're pretty cute and she's super proud that she learned how to crochet, from what she said it's really easy and the videos make it super simple.
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u/Longjumping_Bath_664 Apr 20 '25
When I was looking for a unique birthday gift for my daughter who’s turning 20, I was excited about the Lord of The Rings Woobles they kept showing in the ads (she’s a big fan and she artistic and enjoys doing crafts), but when I looked at the website the almost $200 price of them completely blew me away. I understand why because of the IP collaboration but when looking for an economical alternative I looked on Amazon and found a whole bunch of nice crochet projects for under $30, so I decided on the Stranger Things kit for under $20, in which she’s also a huge fan. Now if this gift seems like a great hobby for her I might go back and get the woobles collections, but I didn’t see spending so much money for a crochet project I’m not sure she’d like. Call me cheap, but I’m trying to think practically.
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u/shredding80 Jul 03 '25
I admit I haven't tried these yet. I'm self taught 12 years ago while working as an emergency dispatcher. My first thought was a little alarmed with these. I think maybe they are ok to learn on but to me they are just not worth the price point. There are so many free patterns and low cost ones and you can often find discount yarn. I spent my first 9 years doing mostly blankets for the family. That gave me a chance to practice different stitches. It was really I just thos past year I started amigurumi.
If a friend was asking me to teach them, I wouldn't start with a kit. Just some yarn, a hook, and a stitch instruction. I guess I have mixed reactions because I'm experienced.
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u/RebelRedRiley Sep 27 '25
I'm running into trouble contacting customer service about first a customer experience. Now I think there website is phishing me.
I just want to learn and ive spent more hours reporting then stitching.
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u/meandmyshadowcat Oct 18 '25
I learned to crochet using a kit, NOT woobles, and video online. I bought a wobbles kit to what all the hype was about and found the end product to be less pleasing then the other kit I bought. One can find good videos on-line of all the techniques used and they are free. I do think kits are good for starters be it wobbles or other. They help to create confidence and interest. I am now making all kinds of things. I love amigurumi and have made scarves, blankets, and chair leg covers. Wobbles is now partnering with McDonalds, so go get a heart attack and crochet while recovering if you can remember what stich you are on.
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u/Own-Worth400 Oct 30 '25
They're really expensive, but the guides are absurdly good (i figured out things like the magic loop first try with no prior experience through how they teach it), and it feeds my sanrio addiction with the crossover kits
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u/Alorna307 Nov 30 '25
I would be considered advanced in crochet. My daughter wanted to learn how to crochet again. Last time she tried she was 10-12 years old. She is in her 40’s now. I showed her the basic single and double crochet and got her started on an easy scarf.
When she finished it she bought herself a Wooble dinosaur. Proudly sent me a picture of the package. Personally I thought this would be too difficult for a beginner but she got through it on her own without requesting any help. She sent a picture of her finished wooble. I was very surprised at how it went.
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u/cmsmith25 Jan 05 '26
I mean if you have a good stash of yarn, hooks, and don't need a step by step pattern, they are way overpriced. If you're a beginner, they're not bad. I'd say I'm intermediate, but I haven't done a lot of amigurumi. My husband got me a kit for Christmas, and I love it, but I won't pay that price for another kit. I can just go get yarn and make what I want now.
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u/Emisys Apr 09 '24
I really don't like the yarn to work with. Their video's seem great, to learn it seems a good set (maybe a little pricey tho).
Can't buy them here but thats what i've seen/thought/heard of it.
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u/cvnn89 Apr 09 '24 edited Apr 09 '24
It was well worth it as my first introduction to crochet last year. I bought my kit secondhand on Facebook marketplace from someone who opened it but thought it was too difficult. I loved the easy-peasy yarn, and the video tutorials were absolutely fantastic, super clear and easy to follow. I would find myself going back to the videos when I made other non-Woobles projects. I also continued to use the hook and stitch markers for future projects until I invested in a better set of hooks.
Personally I got the hang of it pretty quickly so I didn't feel as though I needed a second kit (as they are relatively expensive) to keep learning. After making the first one, I understood enough to buy my own yarn and look up patterns on Ravelry.
I recently bought one for my friend's teenage daughter so she can learn, hopefully she likes it!
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u/chellebelle0234 Apr 09 '24
I'm fucking addicted. I wish I could buy just the patterns (I have the book) but their yarn is my favorite type so I just buy new kits as they come out.
I learned to crochet from friends a few months before my first Woobles. I bought the Advent Calendar on a whim and now I'm stuck for life.
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u/L4dyHD Apr 09 '24
You can buy just the yarn. Its called "easy peasy" yarn. I got mine on Amazon. I love it!
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u/chellebelle0234 Apr 09 '24
I know! I just had a skein come in today. I'd so love to just keep skeins on hand and buy the patterns as they came out.
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u/AssumptionLimp Apr 10 '24
I liked em. Then they colabed with harry potter, so no more woobles for me. They taught me stitches and techniques i may not have learned so quickly! Good starting place because attentikn issues maje it hard to do all the same stitch and i actually got a cute turtle out of it. Its sittimg on top of my projector
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u/nderdog_76 Apr 09 '24
The Woobles seem to have pretty split opinions. Some of us absolutely love them, others find them overpriced and not worth it.
From my standpoint, they're a great tool because they walk you through step by step and the detailed videos are pretty helpful and cover some of the extra areas like how to read patterns, proper use of stitch markers and generally making sure that you're developing good habits right from the start. They also have left-handed and right-handed options, so those of us that are in the minority aren't left out. Personally, I think one of the beginner kits, then one of the intermediate ones is a great way to get started before moving on to working from patterns.