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Chick and Egg: A Reversible Toy!

March 30, 2012

I made my very first reversible toy! Making toys that you can turn inside out, that transform themselves, is something I'm really excited to explore. There are so many excellent possibilities. And I find them irresistible. You just have to turn it inside and out and start playing. The very best kind of toy! Would… 

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Olivia the Octopus Softie Pattern

March 26, 2012

The idea of making an octopus crossed my mind on Saturday and I quickly became totally obsessed. Once I start down a softie-making road, there is no turning back! And so today I have a new pattern in my Craftsy pattern store!  A fleece octopus that is fun to sew and fun to hug! I've… 

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Shark!

March 20, 2012

I’m working on some fleece sea creatures. This shark, with his big open mouth full of felt teeth, is the first one. Simon is in love with him. And I have to say softies sewn from fleece are so soft! I left this guy squishy so he is awfully huggable, despite his fierce appearance.  

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