There might be a curious pattern emerging here—I’m utterly captivated by owls and can’t seem to stop crocheting them!
These mysterious nocturnal creatures are the embodiment of myth and wonder. From the sharp, eerie screech of the Barn Owl to the soulful, haunting hoots of the Great Horned Owl, each one is truly mesmerizing.
I enjoy learning about owls on YouTube and found this one about Barn Owl sounds to be quite fascinating.
Owls have always been shrouded in mystery for me, but my journey as an owl enthusiast truly began 20 years ago. One evening, after putting the kids to bed, I settled into the den with a book. A strange noise on the roof interrupted my quiet night, so I stepped outside to investigate. As I looked up toward the corner of the roof, the shape was unmistakable—a Great Horned Owl, silhouetted against a starry night sky. Standing nearly two feet tall, its presence was both majestic and awe-inspiring. I stood frozen, captivated by the sight, until it flew off into the darkness, likely in search of its next meal.
That moment changed everything. Over the past two decades, I’ve felt a deep pull to connect with owls through art. I’ve spent countless hours studying, painting, sketching, and crocheting these incredible creatures, hoping to uncover the secrets that make them so enchanting.
My most recent owls are 6-inch tall shelf sitting owls, or little toys (not for toddlers!) with those head feathers found on Screech Owls or Great Horned Owls. These were made via a pattern in Lauren Espy’s excellent collection of crochet patterns in her book Animal Amigurumi. I have my own pattern for shelf sitting owls, but Espy’s book helps me to simply follow along and removes all the guesswork for busy career people who need the crochet pattern experts to give us a hand!
Please enjoyed the owls! I plan to make more of these in the weeks to come.
In the meantime, Owl Always Appreciate You!
-Kim
Hooked on Whimsy 