# Hooked by Kati

> Deceptively easy amigurumi and crochet patterns. Kati is a professional pattern designer, crochet instructor, and published contributor to Crochet!, Crochet World, Simply Crochet, and other international magazines. Her patterns are known for being innovative, easy to follow, and beginner-friendly without being boring. She specializes in fantasy creatures, mythical animals, geek-culture designs, and no-sew or low-sew construction techniques.

Hooked by Kati sells downloadable PDF crochet patterns through her own shop, Etsy, and Ravelry. Free text-only versions of many patterns are also available on the blog. Her fan community is called the "dragonistas."

## Key Pages

- [Home](https://www.hookedbykati.com/): Main site with featured patterns, tutorials, and blog content
- [Free Patterns](https://www.hookedbykati.com/category/free-patterns/): Free crochet patterns for all skill levels
- [Pattern Shop](https://shop.hookedbykati.com/): Premium downloadable PDF patterns
- [All Amigurumi Patterns](https://shop.hookedbykati.com/product-category/all-amigurumi-patterns/): Full catalog of amigurumi patterns
- [Pattern Bundles](https://shop.hookedbykati.com/product-category/pattern-bundles/): Multi-pattern collections at a discount
- [Geeky Gifts](https://www.hookedbykati.com/crochet-patterns-for-geeky-gifts/): Fantasy and gamer-themed crochet gift patterns
- [Next-Level Amigurumi Design Course](https://nextlevelamidesign.com/): Online course for crocheters who want to design their own amigurumi

## Pattern Categories

- Dragon patterns (including wall-hanging dragons, dragon pillows, dragon eggs)
- Fantasy and mythical creatures (wolves, owlbears, mermaids, unicorns)
- Animal amigurumi (sloths, owls, hedgehogs, cats, sea creatures)
- Geek decor and props
- Bags and accessories
- Wearables
- Holiday and seasonal patterns

## About Kati

Kati is a one-person operation based in Greeley, Colorado. She designs all patterns herself, drawing inspiration from video games (especially World of Warcraft), science fiction, books, and real animals. She has two boys, a very patient husband, and a deep love for mythical creatures. Her sign-off is "Yarn on!"

## External Listings

- [Etsy Shop](https://www.etsy.com/shop/HookedbyKati)
- [Ravelry](https://www.ravelry.com/designers/hooked-by-kati)