Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this second video of my Ocean Series, we'll create this colorful seahorse while focusing on techniques that will help improve your Kinusaiga artwork.
Rather than repeating the beginner basics, this workshop explores new skills and creative problem-solving that you can apply to many future projects.
In this video you'll learn:
• How to create the illusion of moving water
• Tips for cutting intricate shapes around coral and seaweed
• An easy method for making perfect bubbles and small circles
• How to remove and replace fabric when you've found a better choice
• How to choose fabrics that add texture, movement, and interest
• Ways to let your fabric prints work for you to create beautiful artistic effects
If you're new to Kinusaiga, be sure to watch my earlier tutorials where I cover the complete basics, including tools, cutting techniques, fabric insertion, and other essential tips. This workshop builds on those skills while introducing new techniques to help you grow as a Kinusaiga artist.
I hope this series inspires you to experiment with your fabric choices and enjoy the creative process. Every piece of fabric has its own personality, and learning to use those patterns and textures is one of the things that makes Kinusaiga such a rewarding art form.
If you enjoyed this workshop, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments what ocean-themed project you'd like to see next.
Happy crafting!
This video may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!
Materials used & Affiliate Amazon Paid Links:
1/2" foam board
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Double sided tape sheets
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X-Acto Knife
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3 in 1 Anderson sewing tool (seam ripper)
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sharp pointed small scissors
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sewing scissors
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-fabric scraps to fit your design
-printer to print out your design
-glue stick for quick fixes
-pen or pencil to mark in cut lines
-tracing paper
-Display frames with inner frame you can remove. I bought mine from Michaels.
-Links to related playlist or videos:
Turn Fabric Scraps into Stunning Kinusaiga Art
youtu.be/6ybT9ovRgHo
Kinusaiga Basics
youtu.be/9_Ri5kJJDsw
15 Kinusaiga Tips & Tricks Every Artist Should Know
youtu.be/TRPwwZCovfg
Kinusaiga Playlist link:
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Music: Sunshine Samba by Chris Haugen, YouTube Audio Library
#Kinusaiga #FabricArt #NoSewFabricArt #KinusaigaWorkshop #OceanArt #SeahorseArt #TextileArt #DIYCrafts #FabricMosaic #CraftyPatti
In this second video of my Ocean Series, we'll create this colorful seahorse while focusing on techniques that will help improve your Kinusaiga artwork.
Rather than repeating the beginner basics, this workshop explores new skills and creative problem-solving that you can apply to many future projects.
In this video you'll learn:
• How to create the illusion of moving water
• Tips for cutting intricate shapes around coral and seaweed
• An easy method for making perfect bubbles and small circles
• How to remove and replace fabric when you've found a better choice
• How to choose fabrics that add texture, movement, and interest
• Ways to let your fabric prints work for you to create beautiful artistic effects
If you're new to Kinusaiga, be sure to watch my earlier tutorials where I cover the complete basics, including tools, cutting techniques, fabric insertion, and other essential tips. This workshop builds on those skills while introducing new techniques to help you grow as a Kinusaiga artist.
I hope this series inspires you to experiment with your fabric choices and enjoy the creative process. Every piece of fabric has its own personality, and learning to use those patterns and textures is one of the things that makes Kinusaiga such a rewarding art form.
If you enjoyed this workshop, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments what ocean-themed project you'd like to see next.
Happy crafting!
This video may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!
Materials used & Affiliate Amazon Paid Links:
1/2" foam board
amzn.to/4f0f3W5
Double sided tape sheets
amzn.to/3SPfjQb
X-Acto Knife
amzn.to/4vPpz9N
3 in 1 Anderson sewing tool (seam ripper)
amzn.to/4vl0PVD
sharp pointed small scissors
amzn.to/44OVETa
sewing scissors
amzn.to/3Rk5Ks8
-fabric scraps to fit your design
-printer to print out your design
-glue stick for quick fixes
-pen or pencil to mark in cut lines
-tracing paper
-Display frames with inner frame you can remove. I bought mine from Michaels.
-Links to related playlist or videos:
Turn Fabric Scraps into Stunning Kinusaiga Art
youtu.be/6ybT9ovRgHo
Kinusaiga Basics
youtu.be/9_Ri5kJJDsw
15 Kinusaiga Tips & Tricks Every Artist Should Know
youtu.be/TRPwwZCovfg
Kinusaiga Playlist link:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA9h1F7-O3Sg&si=dLDL-S3uIfwqhYJm
Like, subscribe, and hit the bell to get more crafty inspiration.
Donate to my Crafty Patti Channel
If you would like to support me so I can continue to publish more fun videos, then you can make a donation by clicking on the link below. Your kind donation will be sent to my business PayPal account. Thank you so much!
Donate to my channel
paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=7ZUH5VGQH38WS&source=url
Follow me on:
YouTube: youtube.com/@CraftyPattiArtsCrafts
Facebook: facebook.com/craftypatti
Pinterest: pinterest.com/craftypatti0438/pins
Email: craftypatti60@gmail.com
Music: Sunshine Samba by Chris Haugen, YouTube Audio Library
#Kinusaiga #FabricArt #NoSewFabricArt #KinusaigaWorkshop #OceanArt #SeahorseArt #TextileArt #DIYCrafts #FabricMosaic #CraftyPatti






![HOW TO KNIT MERMAID SNUGGLE SACK
Step by step video and link to pattern. This is an easy project and it is slow enough for beginner knitters who want to step it up from knitting scarves!
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Bernat blanket brights yarn
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-mermaid snuggle sack link to pattern:
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Knitted Mermaid
KNIT | SKILL LEVEL: EASY
ABBREVIATIONS:
Approx =
Approximate(ly) Beg = Begin(ing) Cont = Continue(ity)
Dec = Decrease(ing) Inc = Increase(ing)
MEASUREMENTS
K = Knit
K2tog = Knit next 2 stitches together
P = Purl
Pat = Pattern
Rem = Remain(ing)
Rep = Repeat Rnd(s) = Round(s)
RS = Right side St(s) = Stitch(es)
Tog = Together WS = Wrong side
Child Approx 46 [117 cm] circumference x 45 [114.5 cm] long (excluding tailfin). Adult Approx 64 [162.5 cm] circumference x 66 [167.5 cm] long (excluding tailfin).
MATERIALS
Bernat® Blanket BrightsTM (10.5 oz/300 g; 220 yds/201 m)
Child LemonadeVarg(12012) 3ballsor570yds/520m Adult Go-Go Green (12004) 5 balls or 1050 yds/960 m
Size U.S. 11 (8 mm) circular knitting needles 36 [90 cm] and 16 [40.5 cm] long or size needed to obtain gauge. Stitch marker.
GAUGE
8 sts and 13 rows = 4 [10 cm] in stocking st.
INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions are written for smaller size. If changes are necessary for larger size the instructions will be written thus ( ). Numbers for each size are shown in the same color throughout the pattern. When only one number is given in black, it applies to both sizes.
BODY
With longer circular needle, cast on 88 (124) sts. Join in rnd, placing a marker on first st.
1st rnd: *K1. P1. Rep from * around. 2nd rnd: *P1. K1. Rep from * around. Rep last 2 rnds Seed St Pat twice more.
Next rnd: Knit, inc 4 sts evenly around. 92 (128) sts.
Knit even in rnds until work from cast on edge measures 22 (36) [56 (91.5) cm].
Shape body: Next rnd: *K21 (30). K2tog. Rep from * around. 88 (124) sts. Knit 5 rnds even.
Next rnd: *K20 (29). K2tog. Rep from * around. 84 (120) sts.
Knit 5 rnds even.
Next rnd: *K19 (28). K2tog. Rep from * around. 80 (116) sts.
Knit 5 rnds even.
Next rnd: *K18 (27). K2tog. Rep from * around. 76 (112) sts.
Knit 5 rnds even.
Note: Change to shorter circular needle when necessary to accommodate sts.
Cont dec 4 sts evenly (as established) around next and following 6th rnds until there are 44 (92) sts.
Adult Size only: Cont dec 4 sts evenly (as established) around next and following 4th rnds until there are 52 sts.
Both Sizes: Knit even in rnds until work from beg measures 45 (66) [114.5 (167.5) cm]. Cast off. Sew cast off edge of Body tog.
TAILFIN
Note: Tailfin is worked side to side with short-turn row shaping.
Cast on 42 (48) sts. Working back and forth across needle in rows, proceed as follows:
Knit 3 rows (garter st).
**Next row: (WS). Cast off 3 sts. Knit to last 4 sts. Turn. Leave rem 4 sts unworked.
Next row: Knit.
Next 2 rows: Knit across all sts.** Rep from ** to ** 8 (10) times more. 15 sts rem.
***Next row: (WS). Cast on 3 sts. Knit to last 4 sts. Turn. Leave rem 4 sts unworked.
Next row: Knit.
Next 2 rows: Knit across all sts.*** Rep from *** to *** 8 (10) times more. 42 (48) sts.
Cast off all sts.
FINISHING
Gather top edge of Tailfin to fit lower edge (cast off edge) of Body and sew in position.
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Music: Dolce Vita, Movie audio library
Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
1:36 supplies
2:21 pattern info
3:29 slip knot
4:02 knitted cast on
6:04 joining the round
7:24 knit 1 purl 1
11:22 chart to keep track of rounds
13:20 how to increase evenly
13:36 knitting calculator
15:43 how to M1
18:07 altering pattern to save on yarn supply
19:07 joining yarn
20:58 shaping the body
23:42 knitting to only 42”
24:18 cast off of body
25:35 tailfin
28:40 cast off 3 sts tailfin
33:00 casting on 3 sts tailfin
35:52 running low on yarn
36:21 knit to 43” to save on yarn
36:40 cast off side of tailfin
37:22 sew up bottom of body
40:00 sewing tailfin to body
43:42 outtake HOW TO KNIT MERMAID SNUGGLE SACK](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q9W_lEiOTX4/mqdefault.jpg)



