Embroidered Kokeshi Stuffie by Melly & Me

Posted Tuesday 1 September 2009 and filed under: Other Softies, Tutorials/Free Patterns
Tags: ,Beginner project, cute, embroidery, free, Japanese, kokeshi, pattern, softie, stitch

Queens of Softie-making, Melly & Me, have generously posted up the free pattern and instructions for making this gorgeous kokeshi stuffie - so sweet!

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A small collection in different colours would look so lovely, or perhaps you can make them as giveaways for your daughter’s party, or even as little ornaments for the Christmas tree (which is only a few months away - eeek!).

Download the pdf and instructions over here: Kokeshi Stuffie by Melly & Me

Sleep Baby Sleep (Lavender-Infused) Doll by My House Boutique

Posted Wednesday 29 October 2008 and filed under: Dolls, Tutorials/Free Patterns
Tags: ,embroidery, lavender, pattern, sleep, softie

Traci of My House Boutique recently alerted me to her “Sleep Baby Sleep” doll pattern:

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Traci was having some trouble getting her daughter to sleep. Being the resourceful and creative gal that she is, Traci made a doll infused with lavender with the design based on one of her embroidery patterns. She tells me that much sleepy time success followed

I love this idea - the fact that it combines embroidery, softie-making, and utility!

The pattern is in downloadable pdf format and includes the “Robyn” embroidery pattern.

Click here: Sleep Baby Sleep (Lavender-Infused) Doll by My House Boutique

Embroidered Plush by Pimp Stitch

Posted Wednesday 22 October 2008 and filed under: Other Softies, Tutorials/Free Patterns
Tags: ,cute, embroidery, softie, stitching, tutorial

Found via Craftzine, if you love embroidery then why not turn them into cute little softies?

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The free tutorial is brought to you by Pimp Stitch. These could easily be turned into pin cushions or decorative ornaments. If you’re looking for some embroidery ideas, Pimp Stitch also offers free stitch patterns (see their side-bar).

Find the tutorial here: Embroidered Plush by Pimp Stitch