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 Animalsshows 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 acornA grizzly bearA raccoonA horseA bird mobileCute caninesFurry felinesAnd many moreExplore a comprehensive range of animals in a modern and simple style withHow to Make Stuffed Animals!
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| Introduction | |
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| Things to Know Before You Make Your Animals | |
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| Materials | |
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| Techniques | |
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| Sewing | |
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| Stuffing | |
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| Hand Stitches | |
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| Projects | |
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| Bunny | |
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| Narwhal | |
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| Dachshund | |
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| Squirrel | |
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| Deer Cake Topper | |
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| Spring Deer | |
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| Grizzly Bear | |
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| Bulldog | |
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| Sitting Cat | |
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| Raccoon | |
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| Pug | |
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| Hedgehog Mobile | |
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| Penguin Holiday Ornament | |
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| Prize-Winning Pony | |
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| Fox | |
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| Mouse | |
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| Fluffy Sheep | |
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| Tiger | |
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| Patterns | |
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| Acknowledgments | |
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| About the Author | |
Sian Keegan is a textile designer and stuffed animal maker based in Brooklyn, New York. Her work can be found in shops in the U.S. and abroad and online at http://sian.etsy.com. All her pieces are made from vintage and found fabrics. She is best known for her 3D Pet Portraits, a custom-made stuffed animal based on pet ownersrsquo; dogs and cats. Sian has been making stuffed animals since she launched her business in 2007 at Brooklynrsquo;s annual Renegade Craft Fair. She has taught popular classes at Lena Corwinrsquo;s Fort Greene studio, in which students of various skill levels are shown how to make the stuffed animal of their choice. Sianrsquo;s work has been featured inMartha Stewart Living,Anthologymagazine, andModern Dog. http://siankeegan.com
