How to Make a Stick Horse
Make a pattern for the head., Cut out the pattern along the outlines. , Fold the fabric in half. , Place your pattern on the fabric and cut around it., Sew the 2 pieces together to make a head for the stick horse.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Make a pattern for the head.
You can create a pattern for the head of the riding toy by drawing the shape of the head freehand on cardboard or poster board.
Optionally, enlarge, photocopy and print an illustration you want to use for a pattern.
Include a long neck on the stick horse pattern. -
Step 2: Cut out the pattern along the outlines.
,, You will now have 2 identical pieces. , Leave the bottom of the neck open to insert the dowel. -
Step 3: Fold the fabric in half.
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Step 4: Place your pattern on the fabric and cut around it.
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Step 5: Sew the 2 pieces together to make a head for the stick horse.
Detailed Guide
You can create a pattern for the head of the riding toy by drawing the shape of the head freehand on cardboard or poster board.
Optionally, enlarge, photocopy and print an illustration you want to use for a pattern.
Include a long neck on the stick horse pattern.
,, You will now have 2 identical pieces. , Leave the bottom of the neck open to insert the dowel.
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