You know what's so nice? Sometimes inspiration arises, and sometimes I like to get a suggestion. This time this came from the corner of elephants fan @Encaustichris I get it, they're beautiful animals to see in all their simplicity. So my challenge was an elephant. Not as big as a real one, I don't even have that much felt, haha. But it's a cute little version. Could be such a little boy. For this elephant there is a pattern waiting for you so you can get started.
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What do you need?
- Pattern elephant
- mouse grey and anthracite felt
- pins
- stop needle with tip
- Embroidery thread-gray shades
- light grey buttons
- cushion filling
- Scissors
How do you make it?
1. Save the elephant's pattern in a folder of your computer - then print it out
2. Cut out all parts and pin them on the right fabric
3. Cut out all parts of the pattern
4. Place the 2 elephant parts on top of each other
Sew the elephant together with a slice of small stitch.
6. Leave room to fill the elephant If you reach the trunk, fill with cushion filling as soon as possible (the space is narrow, use a pointed object to press the filling into it.
7. If you end up at the end of the elephant, fill it up with cushion filling. Press everything well in the corners. If necessary, use a pointed object
8. Sew the elephant now
8. Sew the ears on both sides of the elephant, just attach to the head so that they remain loose from the head
9. Stick the eyes on it: first the felt circle and then the button {glue gun}
10. Sew the tail of the elephant at the top. Grab the tail and fold it inward and sew it like this.
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