Finished Size: 38cm (15 inches) tall
Sparkles is a shy little Seahorse who is spends the day playing hide & seek in the sea grass. She has lots of little bits so I wouldn’t recommend this pattern for beginners. Have fun embellishing your Seahorse with lace, beads, ric rac, bobbles, sequins or even rhinestones!
Finished Toy Size: 12in/ 30cm
Plattie is the first “Aussie Mates” Funky Friend. He is also one of the SIMPLEST Funky Friends patterns so I always recommend this pattern for beginner toy-makers and for children. He is suited to most fabrics but I like making him out of fleece which gives him a warm furry feel! With his cute little upturned bill and squidgy body, he’s bound to get loads of cuddles.
RECOMMENDED FABRIC
The Platypus can made from MOST fabrics – The pattern will work well with both NON-STRETCH fabrics (eg. patchwork and quilting cottons and corduroy)and also with STRETCH fabrics (eg. fleece, stretch velour, chenille and flannelette.)
Finished Size: 17in/43cm.
The Funky Friends Collection wouldn’t be complete without a few dinosaurs. Timmy is a baby Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Boys and girls love this cuddly dinosaur and he can be made up in all sorts of color variations. He’s a simple pattern for beginners too.
RECOMMENDED FABRICS:
All types of fleece, and stretch fabrics eg. velour, chenille and flannelette.
Finished Size: 38cm / 15in. Ozzie Octopus has got to be the Funky Friend with the MOST LEGS EVER!! This pattern also looks very cute made up in girly colors, so make him a girlfriend too!
RECOMMENDED FABRICS:
Pre-washed and ironed 100% cotton fabric, and fibre fill toy stuffing is recommended for making this toy. The octopus can also be made in stretchy fabrics like fleece.
Finished Size 17in/42cm:
Gertie Gecko HEAT PACK looks so sweet with her googly eyes and curled tail. She's a simple pattern and will be nice and quick to make and a great first project for beginners. Fill your HEAT PACK with wheat, which can be safely heated in the microwave and makes a fun way to make someone you know feel great!
Finished Toy Size: 19in/48cm (standing), 10in/25cm (sitting).
She’s only little so she is still a little bit clumsy as she practices balancing on one leg, but I think she’s starting to get the hang of it! She is a quick and simple pattern to sew and you’ll have fun using up your fabric scraps for her wings. Make her in bright cheerful pinks or experiment with other colors of the rainbow too!
RECOMMENDED FABRICS:
Fleur was made of quilting cottons but would be nice in stretch fabrics like fleece, chenille or minky for a snuggly feel!
Finished Size: 36cm (14 inches) long & tall!
I designed this cute patchwork pussy cat because Tula Pink asked me to! It's true! She wanted to make some cats for her booth at Quilt Market. I love cats and Tula Pink's fabrics so I said, 'SURE!' Patch has lots of pieces so this is NOT a good pattern for beginners but she is great for combining and showing off a range of gorgeous fabrics!
Uses Maywood Babe in the Woods Collection.
Finished Size: 16in/40cm
He is a simple pattern and will look great in all sorts of colors. You can use felt for the spots,or you can use up your scraps of light brown fleece! I like to keep things simple so I used squares for the spots, BUT I have also included some templates for giraffe-shaped spots - based on the spots of a REAL giraffe!
Recommened Fabrics:
Can be made from cotton fabrics, homespun/quilting cottons, as well as stretchy/knit fabrics like fleece, velour, and chenille.
Finished Size: 13in/33cm
Ellie looks fantastic in all sorts of bright colors. You can make your elephant in cottons or use fleece for a nice cuddly feel. Add some texture for baby to explore by using some satin or corduroy fabric for the ears!
Tank features an asymmetrical front panel. Finish by top stitching along all the edges. Available in two lengths. The short length hits lower hip, the long length hits mid thigh. Sizes: XS-3XL
A simple shift dress that falls midthigh. Dress features “cuffed” short sleeves, side vents on the bottom hem, and inset pockets. Dress is top stitched around the neckline, pockets and hem. Sizes: XS-3X
Keep birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions at your fingertips forever with this perpetual calendar featuring gorgeous quilt photos and inspiring quotes from Bonnie K. Hunter. - 136p, color 9in x 7in
Mettler Cotton 1392 Sm Currant. Both solids and multi's are perfect for all your quilting, sewing and long arm cotton needs. The mercerization of all Mettler cottons creates that beautiful silk-like sheen, high breaking resistance, color fastness and optimal elongation. Use Mettler's SILK-FINISH COTTON 50 with confidence to create your heirloom quilts, custom garments and creative projects. Tex 32. Manufacturer recommends needle size 80-90. Old color number 105-0835 or 105-835.
Mettler Cotton 1305 Sm Delft. Both solids and multi's are perfect for all your quilting, sewing and long arm cotton needs. The mercerization of all Mettler cottons creates that beautiful silk-like sheen, high breaking resistance, color fastness and optimal elongation. Use Mettler's SILK-FINISH COTTON 50 with confidence to create your heirloom quilts, custom garments and creative projects. Tex 32. Manufacturer recommends needle size 80-90. Old color number 105-0833 or 105-833.
