Crocheting Amigurumi Animals That Stand Securely

Hello, fellow crocheters.
I’m having trouble with the “stability” of some crochet figures. I have a cow, a horse, and various dolls that are actually supposed to stand, but unfortunately they keep falling over because the bodies and legs are made separately and only sewn together. Does anyone have a brilliant idea for how I can get my figures to stand?? (Chenille wire doesn’t work.)
Thanks, Eva

Hi Eva

I always use the wire used to tension chain-link fences. Very sturdy :-)

Of course, only if the figure isn’t intended for children.

Best regards, Tanja 

Place something heavy, like small buttons or cent coins, in the soles of their feet, stuff the legs very tightly, and after sewing on each leg, double-check the position of the other legs to make sure they’re standing correctly. 

Thank you so much—I’ll try that right away. Cent coins—good idea....

Placing a glass marble in the bottom of the feet also helps.
Washers from the hardware store are also available in larger diameters and improve stability.

Also—don’t laugh—instead of wire, you can use “Hair Sticks for elastic spiral curls.” They’re made of foam, so they’re washable and child-safe. Best regards

Really? That works? I’m definitely not laughing—I’m just admiring your creativity.

Does this work with all hair sticks? The ones I can get from a regular hairdressing supply store?

I think the idea with the hair sticks is great, since chenille wire is usually too thin, even if you double it up.

There are hair sticks at a well-known drugstore chain ;). The long ones in pink with white end caps have wire inside.
There are some made entirely of foam, which you can shorten and shape as desired.

I have my own problems with stability, too!
That’s actually a great idea... thanks for the tip!!!
Best regards, Gabi