Thinking what shall you present your loved one on the special day. A handmade soft toy can be a great idea. Different soft toys patterns are available in the market in different shapes and sizes. These cuddly soft toys are a favorite gift for all age groups. Not only they are adorable and sweet but also add color to the toy collection of kids who treasure them as their most possessive play tool. Various kinds of soft toys can be easily made at home with ready to avail materials at home.
This sweet sculpture of soft toys can be enlarged and decreased according to the needs and can be also very affordable. So here’s guiding you through the making of soft toys:
1. Firstly, decide on the making of templates, because that will make the stitching line much easier and the edge will stand up better. One can also use Bristol board or an old cereal box too have one of those solid glue stick right on the card and then cut it out. Cut the template along the outside edge of the black outline. Mark your template with colored dots where you will need to clip the line adjustment. Add any facial features or other marks from the original template, if necessary. Then carefully cut out the eyes and other areas with pointy scissors or a very sharp utility knife. For more minor markings like smile lines and eyebrows make punch holes with a large pin or strong needle twisting the pin to enlarge the whole just enough to allow the pencil lead reach the fabric.
2. These easy to make soft toy patterns can be done by scraps from old clothes or sheets, as the material is soft done through repeated washing and ironing. You can also sew on the wrong side with the right sides of the fabric facing each other. Fusing contrasting color always add to the beauty of the toy.
3. The various patterns of soft toys can be stuffed by using a small stick, especially in the areas of facial features which require some special attention. One can continue stuffing until the softness and desired largeness is achieved. The knobbed end of the knitting needle can be used for better results.
4. Always use a satin stitch to mark the facial features of the soft toy and back stitch for curved lines like mouth and eyebrows. So gift your loved ones a handmade personalized soft toy and make them feel special.
