Designer Profile

Mariska Vos-Bolman is the designer behind DIY Fluffies, where she creates charming amigurumi and soft toy patterns. With a background in 3D modeling for video games, she shifted to toy design in 2008, launching her own pattern business. In 2015, she expanded into crochet, combining her love for crafting with her artistic skills.

Inspired by her two sons, Mariska designs toys that are both fun and beginner-friendly. She shares free patterns and tutorials on her website and YouTube channel, helping others learn the joy of making handmade toys. Her designs are also featured in books like Zoomigurumi, Fantasy Amigurumi, and Amigurumi Made Easy.

When she's not designing, Mariska enjoys Japanese kawaii culture, reading, and playing Pokémon Go. You can explore her patterns and tutorials at mariskavos.nl.