Make Your Own Soft Toys

Author : Rob Merrett
Publisher : CICO Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-14
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1908862653

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Make Your Own Soft Toys by Rob Merrett Pdf

This wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young and old. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals, and more. Begin with Baby’s First Soft Toy—delightful gifts for newborns designed in soft colors and gentle prints. Nursery Novelties is next, with easy patchwork and appliqué embellishments, followed by Activity Toys, where clever designs will stimulate young children’s minds. Creature Comforts has adorable animals that are perfect for little ones in a range of pretty fabrics. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls that you will love to make. Rob also develops the concept of “Kids Forever,” where designs should appeal not just to children, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text and beautiful photography and artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel.

Author : Abigail Patner Glassenberg
Publisher : Union Square & Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Animals in art
ISBN : 1454703644

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Stuffed Animals by Abigail Patner Glassenberg Pdf

This technique-filled workshop for creating soft toys, with 16 projects and 52 lessons, covers everything from the basics to advanced construction elements.

Author : Sue Havens
Publisher : Three Rivers Press
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780307586445

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Make Your Own Toys by Sue Havens Pdf

Havens helps home sewers create adorable soft toys whose looks fall somewhere between classically cute and Japanese modern and which can be extensively customized.

Author : Doris King
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1985-01-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486249421

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Make Your Own Teddy Bears by Doris King Pdf

Provides patterns and detailed instructions for constructing a teddy bear and offers tips on assembling and adding character to each bear

Author : Sian Keegan
Publisher : Quarto Publishing Group USA
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-07-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781610584241

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How to Make Stuffed Animals by Sian Keegan Pdf

Learn how to make 18 stuffed animal projects with original sewing patterns and illustrated instructions with this endearing new guide! With a complete overview of techniques and materials, How to Make Stuffed Animals shows that making these cuddly creatures is fun, addictive, and much easier than one would think. Anyone who has completed the most basic of sewing projects can master the projects in this book, and these cute creations can be used as decorative objects for the home or as great handmade gifts. Inside, you’ll find adorable animals like: A squirrel holding an acorn A grizzly bear A raccoon A horse A bird mobile Cute canines Furry felines And many more Explore a comprehensive range of animals in a modern and simple style with How to Make Stuffed Animals!

Author : Victoria Maderna
Publisher : Dover Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010-07-21
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 048647674X

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Make Your Own Plush Pals by Victoria Maderna Pdf

Create the stuffed animal of your dreams! These wild and wonderful creatures can be yours to treasure, and they make great gifts, too. Clear, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations show how to develop and use crafting skills to create Little Lambert, Cubefish, Wingbunny, and three other adorable plush toys. In addition to tips on selecting fabrics and other basic materials, this guide explains how to mark and cut the six different patterns. It offers instructions for using a sewing machine as well as diagrams for a half-dozen different stitches for sewing by hand. You'll find all the information you need, plus suggestions for customizing your plush pal by experimenting with materials, adding props and details, and modifying patterns.

Author : Pamela Peake
Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1974-10
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0672519828

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Creative Soft Toy Making by Pamela Peake Pdf

Author : Mariska Vos-Bolman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2022-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1446311783

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Sew Cute to Cuddle by Mariska Vos-Bolman Pdf

Learn how to make braided jewellery using the popular Japanese braiding technique Kumihimo. This beginner-friendly book covers a wide range of braiding techniques plus a handful of contemporary projects so you can put your newfound braiding skills to use straight away. It also features templates to make your own Kumihimo disk and plate.

Author : Trixi Symonds
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 076436149X

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The Zenki Way by Trixi Symonds Pdf

Softies--simple cloth characters to sew with basic tools--are popular worldwide for good reason: easy, fun designs give the successful results that inspire a new generation of kids to sew. This guide to the zenki way, from the founder of Sew a Softie, helps parents, teachers, community organizations, and kids make a good thing even better! Using the zenki method, everyone can create huggable softies--and more importantly, design their own. The zenki secret? Two squares of felt, only four straight lines to sew, and a key design feature: wide seam allowances, allowing arms, legs, wings, hair, and more to be cut from the border (no inserting or pinning). Try it with these 14 different zenki characters to make, brimming with quirky personality and ready for your own touch. Each project builds designing know-how and has clear photo-by-photo instructions. Learn the zenki way to become an unstoppable softie designer, and a lifelong sewing lover.

Author : Karin Neuschütz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0863159087

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Making Soft Toys by Karin Neuschütz Pdf

Step-by-step instructions to make dolls, teddy bears, puppets and animals

Author : Linda Carr
Publisher : Creative Publishing international
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781610590167

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Wild and Wonderful Fleece Animals by Linda Carr Pdf

Follow easy step-by-step instructions to make a range of cuddly fleece creatures to keep or give away. A link to the patterns and templates is included in the book. Fleece is soft, warm, easy to work with, and simple to sew-requiring no lining or edge-finishing. Even brand-new sewers can make the perfect gift in a weekend, or less! From Simon Snake and Peter Panda to Hanna Horse and Cindy Centipede, each of the 20 animals is featured in a full-size photograph, along with a variation in one or more colors or sizes. There are easy-to-follow line drawings and step-by-step text instruction for construction and assembly of each one. Linda adds her own creative touches to each of the simple shapes-decorative trims, bright appliques, and quick, secure closures.

Author : Mariska Vos-Bolman
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781446367537

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Sew Cute to Cuddle by Mariska Vos-Bolman Pdf

Make your own unique and huggable soft toys with this quirky collection of 12 easy-to-sew stuffed animal patterns, so cute they are guaranteed to make children of all ages smile! With fun photography and clear detailed diagrams inspired by Japanese pattern books, each step is then broken down in jargon-free instructions--which beginner sewers will find super-helpful--while more advanced sewers will be able to work from the diagrams alone. As well as giving readers all the advice they need on materials, stuffing and sewing techniques, all the templates needed are given at actual size, meaning readers can trace them straight off the page and start sewing straight away! The 12 cute stuffed animal designs will delight boys and girls alike and include patterns for a monkey, an owl, a bear, a dragon, a tiger, a cat, a dog, a hippo and more. All the toys are made in washable and affordable quilt-weight cotton, so you can choose your own favourite colors and prints to get creative with!

Author : Sue Quinn
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-24
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781782211433

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How to Make Heirloom Teddy Bears by Sue Quinn Pdf

Teddy bears are an iconic symbol of childhood. They are often our first and best-loved toys right through to adulthood, often passed on to our own children to enjoy. This beautifully illustrated, comprehensive guide takes you into the magical world of teddy bear making and shows you how to create your own traditional bear to hand down through the generations. The book begins with a short history of the teddy bear, followed by detailed information on tools, materials and essential bear-making techniques. There's guidance on finding design inspiration, and three complete step-by-step projects to get you started. There's then detailed guidance on how to create different eyes, ears, noses and mouths to give your bear a unique personality, and sewn outfits to dress them in. The book ends with notes on care and repair, ensuring your treasured creation will last a lifetime.

Author : Rob Merrett
Publisher : CICO Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Soft toy making
ISBN : 1907030603

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Sew It, Stuff It by Rob Merrett Pdf

This wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young and old. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals, and cars. Begin with Simple Starters-two-sided toys, made with easy patchwork and appliqu� embellishments. Soft Toys are next, designed in soft colors and gentle prints, followed by 3D Delectables which are in structured shapes and made from multiple pattern pieces. In the Activity section, clever designs will stimulate young children's minds, while The Comfort Zone includes calming and stress-busting toys that are perfect for little ones. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls. Rob also develops the concept of "Kids Forever," where designs should appeal not just to kids, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text and beautiful photography and artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel. - 25 nostalgic designs that are both educational and beautifully made. - The projects all have a charming retro feel and use a whole range of fabrics and patterns. - Taps into the trend for making soft toys.

Author : Gail Attwell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Soft toy making
ISBN : 185368158X

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Make Your Own Soft Toys by Gail Attwell Pdf

Detailed step-by-step instructions are given for making more than 40 soft toys.