creature comforts and comfort creatures

I don't know where it came from, but last night I saw a little zombie doll on etsy and it cracked me up. Suddenly I was browsing for "plushies," which is very strange if you knew me. But I think I need one. Here's some of the adorable things I've found so far:

Amigurumi crochet--I'm not sure what it is, but there are all sorts of great patterns on etsy to make little critters. Here's an example of an octopus by Happy Whosits
Amigurumi doesn't seem to be just for creatures--people are crocheting joysticks, food items, hats and purses, and all kinds of crazy things.


Lumps of coal-- Mrs. Santa Claus brought me a lump of coal once in my shoe but it wasn't as cute as the lumps Magic Yam is making.
They also do a pet rock series. I think it's hilarious.

Sycodians--Adoptacritter makes these. They're from the planet Sydocia and each has a backstory and interests. This is Parsley, who is a basket weaver:
Sydocians are squishy--I asked, because often toys with lots of hair are more like decorations than friends.

After a lot of looking, I found Alma from Huddle. .
She's simple, small, and perfect to sleep with. I kept going back to her page and I finally bought her.

These little guys are all low end because that's what I was shopping for. I might start a collection. But I know there are some high end, more artisan creatures out there that may not be for comforting but are amazing pieces nonetheless. I'll have to feature them soon.