I enjoyed this recent blog post by Larissa of mmmcrafts because it highlights an important little part of softie-making that can be easily overlooked:
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Choosing eyes for your softie creation! Have a look through the different options Larissa provides and you’ll see that each choice alters the overall personality and expression of the bunny. [...]
In preparation for Easter, Craftblog has put together a wonderful round-up of free bunny patterns from across the world wide web. Some we have already been featured on this website and some are new ones that you really must check out!
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Of course, if you don’t celebrate Easter, bunny softies of all kinds make [...]
One of my personal softie-making heroes - Heidi Kenney - has posted up this super cute and easy modification to the classic sock monkey pattern: Sock Bunny!
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Sock animals are quick to whip up so you could make quite a number of these in different sock patterns and colours Just in time [...]
Thanks to Jacqui for letting me know about a fantastic tutorial she has put together for this gorgeous felt rabbit:
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Doesn’t he remind you of Beatrix Potter’s iconic Jack the Rabbit? This little fella is fully handsewn and therefore makes this a great transportable project. Instructions and pictures are very clear and easy to [...]
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 [...]
Here’s another simple bunny pattern that you can personalise to your heart’s desire. Plus, you can make two different bunnies from the basic pattern:
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Brought to you by German softie-maker, Revoluzzza, you will find clear step-by-step instructions, downloadable template and helpful accompanying photos.
Get it here: Let’s sew . . . RevoluzZzionary Easter Bunnies by [...]
‘Tis the season for bunny-making with Easter just around the corner. Here’s a an easy one to start with and you get to re-use pre-loved sweaters!
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The step-by-step directions are excellent with online links to specific stitches mentioned. There is no template - you just draw freehand the bunny shape to your liking. [...]
I recently received an email from Karyn regarding rattles, bells, and squeakers for handmade infant softies. Her question was more about suppliers and in my limited experience, it has been rather hit and miss. I have found rattles and bells at my local Spotlight but no squeakers. If you have any recommendations for suppliers [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 9 so far )Not quite into making bears? Bunny softies don’t rock your boat either? Well, then how about this - a softie Pig! And not just a pig . . . a pig on wheels!!
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This free pattern is bought to you by softie-maker extraordinaire, Hillary Lang of Wee Wonderfuls. The pattern is in pdf [...]
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