I think this might look familiar. I’m betting you might have a tangled mess of embroidery floss in your sewing room, too. We should probably untangle that sometime, huh. And what about this? A bag full of assorted buttons given to me by my brother-in-law’s grandmother. Might be a good idea to sort those by…
What’s Going on and Some Links
I’ve got a little update and a few things from around the web to share today. 1. Alicia Shaffer was on Good Morning America today. My post about Three Bird Nest has gotten a lot of hits. Here are some stats: That’s 10,397 pageviews on Wednesday, and 13,516 yesterday which is the most traffic my…
Studio Update
I wanted to give you a little update from the studio. The way this business works (and maybe the way all businesses work?) is that a lot goes on behind the scenes months before it’s shown publicly. I’m almost always simultaneously working on several projects for other publications while also working on everything you do…
Free Pattern: Ferdinand the Frog
Ferdinand is a lovable frog, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day. He’s got Velcro hands and feet so that he can hug a soft, plush heart (or a box of candy or another gift you have in mind). Oh, and with that golden crown he’s also a frog prince. To make Ferdinand you’ll need:…
How to Attach Softie Parts By Machine
It’s best to attach parts like ears or a tail to your softies by machine, versus by hand, especially if you’ll be giving the toy to a young child. Machine sewn seams are strong which means that the parts are less likely to come loose over time or after several washings. And they’re perfectly even,…
I’m Working on a New Book of Patterns
In late September I relaunched my Topsy Turvy Doll pattern. I made a new sample and posted new pictures of this doll which has been one of my bestsellers from the beginning. I read every comment on my blog posts and reply to many of them, either here on the blog or via email. On…
How to Attach a Softie’s Head to Its Body
I love ladder stitch. It’s ideal for attaching parts to a softie or doll. The seam it creates is sturdy and virtually invisible. This is the stitch I use to attach the head to the body in my Lovey Dovey patterns. I made this 2-minute video to show you how I do it. I’ve found…
How to Satin Stitch Features on Your Softie
Stitching the features on your softie can be the most nerve-wracking part of the whole process. Do it right and the toy looks professional and adorable. Do it poorly and…well, it’s disappointing. I made a cute little video to show you how I satin stitch the eyes and noses on my softies. This is my…
A Baby Gift for Stacey
My dear friend, Stacey, from Fresh Stitches is going to have a baby soon. Stacey and I met on Twitter a few years ago and quickly became friends. We both design stuffed animals (hers are crochet and mine are sewn) and we’re both interested in online business. Stacey came to stay with my family a…
Free Pattern: The Josephine Doll
Today I have a fun, free pattern to share with you: the Josephine Doll. I made 10 of these dolls last week for a members of my local artists group. We do a holiday art exchange each year. Everyone makes a series of tiny originals and we put them all out on a table and…
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