How to Make a 3D Stuffed Giraffe
Obtain some sturdy giraffe patterned material., Copy this pattern to scale: , Cut out the pattern and pin to two layers of cloth., Cut two of the belly pieces by cutting the pattern along the belly line., With right sides together, sew the belly...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Obtain some sturdy giraffe patterned material.
Brown leopard print material works well, but you could use non-toxic fabric paints to make your own pattern if you wish. -
Step 2: Copy this pattern to scale:
, Remember to have the cloth back to back so that you have both sides of a giraffe, rather than two right sides or two left sides of a giraffe.
In other words, the two sides will be "mirror images" of each other. , Use it to cut the fabric as in the previous step. ,,,, Note:
You may need to use a seam ripper to adjust the length of the top seams if the belly pieces are not lining up well at this point. ,,, Too little stuffing will prevent the giraffe from standing up on its own. ,,,, This particular project utilizes four thicknesses of floss (6 strands each).
Pull floss through.
Pull floss through.
Tie floss in a knot.
Tie floss in a knot.
Tie ends of floss for "horn knobs" Tie ends of floss for "horn knobs".
Completed "horns" Completed "horns" are shown.
Knot the tail twice, once near the body and once at its end.
Knot the tail twice, once near the body and once at its end.
Alternatively, you could knot the tail on the rump and braid it for an inch or so before knotting at the end and clipping the excess length off. , Display proudly or give to a friend to double your enjoyment of the giraffe. -
Step 3: Cut out the pattern and pin to two layers of cloth.
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Step 4: Cut two of the belly pieces by cutting the pattern along the belly line.
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Step 5: With right sides together
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Step 6: sew the belly pieces together along the straight edge
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Step 7: leaving two inches (5cm) in the middle for turning
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Step 8: stuffing and closing later.
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Step 9: Pin a four inch /10cm strip of brown felt along the top edge of the giraffe's neck (see photo).
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Step 10: With right sides together
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Step 11: pin the giraffe together and sew the top half of his body from chest to tail.
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Step 12: Fold the belly pieces so that right sides face outward and insert them in between the body pieces
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Step 13: taking care to line up and either baste or pin the feet.
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Step 14: Sew the belly to the body.
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Step 15: Clip all seam allowances.
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Step 16: Turn the giraffe right side out and stuff firmly through the two-inch /5 cm hole that remains in the belly.
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Step 17: by hand
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Step 18: the giraffe's belly closed.
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Step 19: Stitch the legs together as shown if you wish for your giraffe to stand up as opposed to sitting/laying down with legs splayed.
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Step 20: Cut and sew on the ears.
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Step 21: Use embroidery floss or yarn to form the giraffe's horns and tail.
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Step 22: Sew the giraffe's eyes on.
Detailed Guide
Brown leopard print material works well, but you could use non-toxic fabric paints to make your own pattern if you wish.
, Remember to have the cloth back to back so that you have both sides of a giraffe, rather than two right sides or two left sides of a giraffe.
In other words, the two sides will be "mirror images" of each other. , Use it to cut the fabric as in the previous step. ,,,, Note:
You may need to use a seam ripper to adjust the length of the top seams if the belly pieces are not lining up well at this point. ,,, Too little stuffing will prevent the giraffe from standing up on its own. ,,,, This particular project utilizes four thicknesses of floss (6 strands each).
Pull floss through.
Pull floss through.
Tie floss in a knot.
Tie floss in a knot.
Tie ends of floss for "horn knobs" Tie ends of floss for "horn knobs".
Completed "horns" Completed "horns" are shown.
Knot the tail twice, once near the body and once at its end.
Knot the tail twice, once near the body and once at its end.
Alternatively, you could knot the tail on the rump and braid it for an inch or so before knotting at the end and clipping the excess length off. , Display proudly or give to a friend to double your enjoyment of the giraffe.
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