Summer Travelers Tutorial by Whosies
According to Becky, these Summer Travelers “are around 9″ tall. They are perfect to snuggle with, laugh with, and to show the world too. They love to be tucked into bags, blankets, suitcases, and little people arms. They find the world facinating and want to see and experience it all.“.
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She shares the free pattern and instructions on how to make your own little Summer Traveler softie.This would make a great beginner project and you could re-use felted woollens or fleece (e.g. blankets, jackets).
Available here: Summer Travelers Tutorial by Whosies
Make a Comment ( None so far )Warm Fuzzy Mammal Finger Puppets by Soto Softies
Okay, these can’t really qualify as softies but they are too cute not to post up (and they are based on Soto Softies’ softies anyways):
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Detailed and clearly written instructions are provided alongside helpful photographs of the process.
Find the free pattern and tutorial here: Warm Fuzzy Mammal Finger Puppets by Soto Softies
Thank you to Becky for suggesting the link!
Make a Comment ( None so far )Felt Cherry Pie by American Felt & Craft
I wouldn’t blame you if you start salivating upon seeing this cherry pie (I did!):
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Problem is . . . it’s not real! It’s made of felt. Simply amazing. And it’s not hard to put together. American Felt and Craft provides the template and instructions for this delicious felt creation - all you will need is felt, thread, glue, and felt balls.
Details here: Cherry Pie Tutorial Directions and Template by American Felt & Craft
Thanks to Katie for suggesting the link 
Boy and Girl Glove dolls via Martha Stewart
Following on from the previous post, also on Martha Stewart.com is an extract from Miyako Kanamor’s book “Happy Gloves“ on how to make turn a pair of gloves into these sweet boy and girl dolls:
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Files are in downloadable PDF format. Easy to follow instructions and clear diagrams are provided. You could personalise these dolls in so many ways.
Patterns for the clothes are also provided.
Find the free patterns here: Boy and Girl Glove dolls via Martha Stewart
Make a Comment ( None so far )Glove Animals via Martha Stewart
I previously linked to a free pattern for a chipmunk softie made from the “Happy Gloves” book by Miyako Kanamor. Miyako also published a book called “Sock & Glove“, which provides step-by-step instructions on how to turn socks and gloves in to lovable softie characters.
You can now find the free pattern and instructions for the dog AND the bunny from the book on the Martha Stewart website:
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Great step-by-step pictures and instructions. And a clever way to recycle socks and gloves of course
Find them here: Glove Animals via Martha Stewart.com
Make a Comment ( None so far )Blank Slate Doll Pattern by Yarnigans
Are you up for a knitting challenge? Yes? Then how about these delightful knitted dolls?!
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The Yarnigans provides very clear instructions and excellent accompanying photos including how to create the hair. (Note: patterns for outfits is not included).
Free knitting pattern is here: Blank Slate Doll Pattern by Yarnigans
(Found via One Crafty Place)
UPDATE: Yarnigans has also posted up the tutorial and instructions for the knitted lace dress worn by the doll on the right in the picture above. Get it here: Knitted Lace Doll Dress by Yarnigans
Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Amigurumi Lessons by Roxycraft
The fabulous Tamie Snow of Roxycraft has put together a few videos on amigurumi techniques.
Here is a video she has done on Amigurumi Single Crochet:
Find more of her helpful and wonderfully put-together amigurumi demos, tutorials, and videos over here: Amigurumi Lessons by Roxycraft
Make a Comment ( None so far )Waldorf Doll Hair Tutorial by Crafty Sheep
Here is an excellent tutorial by Crafty Sheep on how to create a gorgeous thick head of hair for a doll (not just for Waldorfs - you could do the same for any kind of handmade doll):
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The photos and step-by-step instructions make this tutorial a real winner - it also helps that the doll being worked is just so darn adorable!
Detail here: Waldorf Doll Hair Tutorial by Crafty Sheep
Related posts:
>> Basic Instructions for Making a Waldorf Doll by Simmy
Make a Comment ( None so far )Harry Elephonte Plushie by Cicada Studio
Fabric designer Michelle of Cicada Studio offers for free the pattern for this plushie elephant:
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Note that only the pattern template (in pdf format) is supplied, not the step-by-step instructions, so this project may be more suited for those with softie-making experience who will be able to figure out how to put it together. If in doubt, you may be able to contact Michelle and ask for some guidance.
Find it here: Harry Elephonte Plushie by Cicada Studio
Make a Comment ( None so far )Softie-making process: Spotlight on Two Cheese Please
Following on from the previous post on process, Holly from Two Cheese Please (a talented softie-maker from Melbourne, Australia too!) recently challenged herself to start and finish a doll (from sketch to finished product) in 24 hours.
Due to other priorities, she didn’t quite meet her deadline but this is the final doll (how CUTE is she?!):
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Holly shares the process/behind-the-scenes (decisions, obstacles, frustration, rework - who said softie-making was a walk in the park? ) here (listed in order):
>> 1. Now Taking All Bets - A Craft Challenge
>> 2. Extreme Craft Challenge! 3, 2, 1, Go!
>> 5. A New Week and Time for a New Do
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