Bear Pillow Sewing Pattern

June 27, 2023 by ·

Looking for a bear sewing pattern? Look no further. This step-by-step tutorial will guide you through each step of turning fabric into a cute and cuddly bear pillow. Mix and match your fabric to make your own one of a kind bear.

This sewing project is so much fun, and easy, that we kept coming up with more bears to make. This tutorial is great for making all kinds of bears such as: Asiatic black bear (moon bear), brown bear (including grizzly), giant panda, North American black bear, polar bear, sloth bear, Andean bear (spectacled), and sun bear!

Not only that, this bear pillow is festive, too. One can be made for various holidays by changing out the fabric on the scarf. These are great for new baby, nursery and baby shower gifts, Christmas, Halloween, and going away to college gifts. They also make great gifts for boys and gifts for girls, memory bears, gifts for bear enthusiasts and bears for those who love to cuddle.

They can also be a heartfelt and thoughtful gift for someone that has lost a loved one. Sew the bear with a shirt that belonged to their special person and they can hug it in times of sorrow.

The bear sewing pattern includes:

  • Bear Pillow Pal Rectangular Pillow Pattern
  • Panda Bear Instructions
  • Bamboo Instructions
  • Step-by-Step Written Instructions
  • 25+ Color Photos
  • 10 Printable Template Pages (8.5″x11″)
  • Complete Materials List
  • Helpful Tips
  • Information About Sewing Machine Settings
  • Links to helpful videos

The finished measurements of the bear pillow are approximately 16″ wide x 3 1/2″ deep x 12″ tall. The templates are drawn at 100% and can be printed on 8.5″ x 11″ paper. So you’ll need to cut out the templates and tape pieces together.

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Bonus: Panda and Bamboo are included!

This bear pillow pattern can be sewn in an afternoon if you have all the supplies. Here’s what you’ll need to sew your own bear pillow:

  • Pattern Pieces: Template included with pattern
  • Fabric: Head Color: 20” x 10”
  • Snout Color: 12” x 5”
  • Scarf Color: 25” x 12”
  • Bamboo: 25” x 4” per stalk
  • Felt: Black – 1 sheet (10” x 5”)
  • Thread: To match felt and fabric
  • Straight Pins and Needle
  • Stuffing: Approximately 8-10 oz of Poly-fil or 12”x16” pillow form
  • Scissors
  • Sewing Machine
  • Pencil, Pen or Chaulk

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This is a great pattern for sewists of all abilities from the brand new to the seasoned enthusiast. The tutorial includes information about how to set up your sewing machine and different stitches to use. Three different stitches were used on the bear because sometimes the fabric is sewn on the right side and sometimes on the wrong side.

The pattern will take you step-by-step with written instructions and helpful color photos. Helpful tips and included as well as links to videos that will show you different sewing techniques.

So, pick out your fabric and head over to Etsy for your copy of the Bear Pillow Sewing Pattern.

This pattern is for your eyes only. We encourage you to give away or sell your finished projects and ask that you mention Yarnovations.com as designer. Thanks.

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Viking Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 19, 2023 by ·

Make a Viking Gnome stuffed toy with yarn and pin looms! This little plushie is 12″ tall to the top of the horns. He’s surprisingly easy to make. The step-by-step tutorial will show you how to tuck, roll, pinch and cinch pin loom woven squares and rectangles to create this iconic Viking gnome.

There are a lot of little details that transform a simple gnome into a Viking. Most notable is the horned hat. What makes the “ironwork” so realistic is the two colors of “metal” yarn as well as the rivets that are made from felt. The bright orange braided beard is also a can’t-miss detail that makes this tough little Viking so adorable. The axe and shield complete the iconic image of a Viking.

Here’s what’s in the Viking Gnome Pin Loom Pattern:

  • 45+ Color Photos and Charts
  • 14 Pages
  • Step-by-Step written instructions
  • Complete materials list
  • Helpful tips

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This Viking Gnome Pattern, like our other gnome patterns, begins with a helpful chart listing the total number of pin loom shapes you’ll need for the project. This allows you to sit and weave all the squares and rectangles before you begin. Of course, you can weave them as you need them, or weave them all prior to beginning assembly.

There are two very small sections of crochet in this project. Single crochet (US terms) is used in both areas. The grey at the ends of the horns are crocheted, this is where the horn meets the helmet. The edge of the shield is also crocheted. This joins two pieces together and creates and “ironwork” edge.

What You’ll Need to Make the Viking Gnome

Here is the complete list of everything you’ll need to make the Viking Gnome. This list is also in the PDF Pattern.

  • Pin Loom Squares: 4” and 2”
  • Pin Loom Rectangles: 2” x 4” and 1” x 4”
  • Yarn:   Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium (4)
  •             OLIVE #132 – 95 yds
  •             ECRU #098C – 25 yds
  •             SILVER HEATHER #404J – 35 yds
  •             CHARCOAL HEATHER #403J – 25 yds
  •             ALMOND #121L – 22 yds
  •             PUMPKIN #133A – 50 yds
  •             Lion Brand: Heartland – Medium (4)
  •             SEQUOIA #126U – 30 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and
  •                yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Felt: Grey, 1” x 3”
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Crochet Hook: – size G (optional)
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark
  • Straight Pins
  • Tacky or Fabric GlueSteamer (optional

We wish your Viking gnome much success in his conquests and you in yours.

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Football Fan Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 16, 2023 by ·

Weave a gnome mascot for your favorite football team. He’s so cute, your friends and family may want one, too! No worries, because this football fan gnome is really easy to make. The PDF step-by-step tutorial will show you how.

For example, the little football that the gnome is holding is made from a 2″x4″ rectangle. We have 4 photos that show you how to fold, tuck and sew it into the iconic football shape.

We provide helpful instructions for making certain details really pop. For instance, the beard is made with yarn that has been brushed with a metal cat comb to separate strands. Then steam ironed to straighten. It’s the little details that make this gnome really shine.

What’s included in the Football Fan Gnome Pin Loom pattern:

  • Gnome with Football Hat and Football
  • 25 Color photos and charts
  • Complete step-by-step written instructions
  • 11 Pages
  • Helpful Tips
  • Complete materials list

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More about the Football Fan Gnome

The materials needed to make your football fan gnome is surprisingly small. Some pin looms, yarn and stuffing are the main supplies. Specifically, you’ll need 4 pin looms. Here’s the complete list:

  • Pin Looms:     
  • Squares: 2” and 4”
  • Rectangles:  1” x 4” and 2” x 4”
  • Yarn:   Red Heart: Soft – Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  • BLACK #4614 – 95 yds
  • OFF WHITE #4601 – 55 yds
  • WHEAT #9388 – 15 yds
  • TANGERINE #4422 – 18 yds
  • TOAST #1882 – 75 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark
  • Pet comb: – metal
  • Steamer (optional)

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Great for Beginners

As we’ve mentioned, this is a great pattern for new weavers and those wanting to make toys for the first time. And it’s so cute, experienced weavers will enjoy making them, too. So, if you’re brand new to pin loom weaving, welcome!

The best way to get started is Etsy and YouTube. There are many shops that sell pin looms in all the sizes we use here. YouTube will show you how to weave and, if you’re so inclined, will show you how to make your own looms!

Here’s to playing a good game and being a super fan!

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Hammerhead Shark Pin Loom Pattern

June 15, 2023 by ·

Don’t wait for shark week to pin loom weave your own hammerhead shark stuffed animal! These pups are so fun and super adorable at only 10″ long. Real pups are about 24″ long when born, so these are about half the size.

Not only is this hammerhead shark adorable, we’ve made it really easy for you to make your own because we’ve created a step-by-step tutorial with lots of great photos and easy to follow directions.

What’s in the hammerhead shark pin loom PDF pattern tutorial?

  • Step-by-Step Written Instructions
  • 30 Color Photos
  • 7 Pages
  • Helpful Tips
  • Complete Materials List

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In the photo above, the hammerhead shark is sitting on a diorama of coral. The entire coral reef is made from pin loom woven shapes. Unfortunately, there is no pattern at this time. There is a Starfish Pin Loom Pattern in our Etsy shop if you are looking for other sea creatures.

What You’ll Need to Weave a Hammerhead Shark

The materials list is surprisingly small for this hammerhead shark stuffed animal. In fact, it uses only 73 yards of yarn total! Here’s the complete list.

  • Pin Looms:   Squares: 1”, 2”, and 4”; (1” square loom is optional)
  •          Rectangles: 2” x 4” and 2” x 6”,
  •          Triangle: 2”
  • Yarn:   Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  •             ECRU #098C – 25 yds
  •             SILVER HEATHER #404J – 45 yds
  •             CHARCOAL HEATHER #403J – 3 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and
  •                yarn needle for sewing
  • Safety eyes (2) 8 mm
  • Stuffing

This hammerhead shark measures approximately 10″ long x 5 1/2″ wide x 3″ tall.

As you can see in the picture above, we’ve woven one hammerhead shark with all the fins a real hammerhead shark has. The other has fewer fins. But we think you’ll agree, both versions are super cute.

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Snake Sewing Pattern

June 13, 2023 by ·

Looking for a fun toy for the kids? Snakes are a blast to play with and they look great in a wide variety of fabric! This step-by-step sewing tutorial has printable templates to make a 21″ long snake. What makes this particular pattern unique is the eye hood. Some snakes have what appears to be a brow above their eyes…so we’ve added that feature to this pattern. It definitely gives this serpent an aura of invincibility.

The safety eyes used can make a big difference in how “sinister” your snake will look. We used various colors and sizes of safety eyes to demonstrate how that one little detail will impact the look of your stuffed animal.

What’s in the Snake Sewing Pattern?

This is a step-by-step tutorial with printable template. The template is at 100% scale so you’ll tape together pieces from 3 pages to create the 21″ long snake top and another 3 pages to create the bottom. Here’s what’s in the PDF pattern.

  • Step-by-step written instructions
  • 15 color photos
  • Template printable on 8 1/2″ x 11 paper
  • Materials List
  • Helpful tips
  • Links to sewing videos

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What Will You Need to Sew This Snake?

The materials you’ll need to are pretty minimal. Here’s what you’ll need to sew your own snake.

  • Template: at the end of the pattern
  • Fabric: 2 different colors – 22” x 7”
  • Felt or Ribbon for Tongue:    Red – 4” x ¼” or ½”
  • Needle and Thread: To match snake fabric
  • Straight Pins
  • Stuffing and Chopstick
  • Safety Eyes: (2) 5mm, 8mm, or 12mm
  • Scissors
  • Pencil or Washable Marker

We’ve kept this snake design pretty simple, yet added a few special details to make it interesting.

Happy sewing!

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Statue of Liberty Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 12, 2023 by ·

Weave your own Lady Liberty with pin looms! This step-by-step PDF pattern will show you how to transform simple squares and rectangles into your very own Statue of Liberty Gnome toy.

This plushie has many similarities to the actual Statue of Liberty. The torch, tablet and crown being the key elements. But did you also notice the broken chain? Because of the nature of pin loom weaving and the size of the project, this stuffed gnome isn’t an exact replica, but she is pretty darn cute!

What’s Included in the Statue of Liberty PDF Pattern?

  • Statue of Liberty with crown, torch and tablet
  • Detailed writtten instructions
  • 30+ color photos
  • 16 Pages
  • Tips and Tricks for shaping and finishing

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This gnome was made with medium worsted weight (4) yarn. Any worsted weight should work. We love the color of Red Heart Soft in Sea Foam #9520. Besides the usual items like stuffing, the other odd item needed is black felt. Let’s take a look at what you need more closely.

What You’ll Need to Weave Statue of Liberty.

  • Pin Looms:   Squares: 2” and 4”,
  • Pin Looms: Rectangles: and 2” x 4” and 2”x6” and
  • Pin Looms: Rectangle: 1” x 4” (for the chains only)
  • Yarn:   Red Heart: Soft – Medium (4) SEA FOAM #9520 –  250 yds
  • Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium (4) MUSTARD #158I – 5 yds
  • Needles:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Felt – black, ½” x 5” strip
  • Fabric Glue
  • Beans to weigh the gnome down
  • Pet comb – metal
  • Steamer (optional)

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About the Statue of Liberty and the Gnome

Liberty Enlightening the World is a statue more commonly referred to as the Statue of Liberty. Libertas, the Roman Goddess of Liberty, holds a torch and tablet, and stands in New York Harbor. She is a copper statue, given to the United States by France, and dedicated in 1886. There is a broken chain and shackle at her feet symbolizing the abolition of slavery in the United States. Though this gnome only has 5, Liberty has 7 rays forming a halo that represent the sun, the seven seas and the seven continents. There are 25 windows in the crown for viewing the harbor (the gnome has 11).

This gnome has a simple construction with components added to it that represent elements on the real statue. For instance, the Statue of Liberty is wearing robe, the gnome is wearing a sash. The halo, or rays, on the gnome is a band attached to the hat. Little bits of felt create the windows.

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Hammerhead Shark Sewing Pattern

June 7, 2023 by ·
Hammerhead Shark sewing pattern

Sew your own plushie Hammerhead Shark with this step-by-step pattern tutorial. This is a great project for beginners and sewing enthusiasts alike. The supplies you need to make this on a sewing machine are very minimal. A few pieces of fabric, a couple safety eyes and thread and you’re ready to sew!

Follow this pdf sewing pattern and you’ll have a finished hammerhead shark stuffed animal in a few hours. It’s that easy.

The step-by-step tutorial includes:

  • 18″ Hammerhead Shark
  • Step-by-Step written instructions
  • 15+ color photos
  • Printable Template for 8 1/2″ x 11 paper
  • Tips and tricks for sewing the shark
  • Links to helpful videos

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This is also a great project to make with scraps of fabric. Choose colorful printed fabric to make a playful and unique shark. The hammerhead shark pictured here was made with fleece sheets that landed in the recycle pile. This could be made from old clothes. This is the perfect project to make as a memory pillow, too.

What you need to make your own Hammerhead Shark Stuffed Animal:

  • Template: Found at the end of the pattern
  • Fabric: Grey – 16” x 20” White – 8” x 20”
  • Stabilizer or Felt: White – 1 sheet
  • Needle and Thread: Grey
  • Safety Eyes: (2) 18mm
  • Straight Pins
  • Fabric Glue
  • Embroidery Thread: 1 yard, black
  • Stuffing and Chopstick
  • Scissors
  • Pencil or Washable Marker

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More about the Hammerhead Shark Pattern

This pattern stands out from the rest because it includes all the little details that make this so realistic. It has all 8 fins common to Hammerhead Sharks and even includes the notch on the caudal (tail) fin.

The pattern includes 4 pages of templates. The body of the shark spans 2 page so the template pieces will need to be cut out and taped together. The template includes a 1″ scale so you know if it’s printing at full size. Reduce or enlarge the pages to make a smaller or larger stuffed animal.

We’ll include helpful tips throughout like where to start and stop sewing. What tools might make a step easier. The templates are clearly labeled and easy to follow.

The fins are made with a layer of felt or stabilizer which helps them stay rigid yet soft and huggable.

Hammerhead Sharks usually have a litter of pups…so you may need to make more than one!

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Clownfish Sewing Pattern

June 2, 2023 by ·
Clownfish Hand Sewing Pattern with Felt

Hand sew a vibrant clownfish! Real clownfish can be found in many different colors including orange, yellow, red and black with white stripes or patches. This sewing pattern provides templates for the most traditionally recognized color, shape and size.

Clownfish Sewing Pattern Info

The clownfish sewing pattern has all the information you need to hand sew your own school of fish including:

  • 10 Pages
  • 15+ Color Photos
  • Printable Templates on 8 1/2″ x 11″ paper
  • Step-by-Step Written Instructions
  • Helpful Tips and Tricks for Hand Sewing with Felt
A school of hand sewn clownfish

When you print the template at 100%, your finished clownfish stuffed animal will measure approximately 6 3/4″ long x 3 1/4″ tall x 1 3/4″ thick. Real clownfish measure between 7 to 17 cm long (or 2.7 to 6.69 inches). For a smaller template, print or copy at a reduced size.

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Fun Facts About Clownfish

Clownfish are also called anemonefish because of their symbiotic relationship with anemone. They are located in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Clownfish live in groups and only the dominant male and female are able to reproduce. Clownfish are born male and can become female when the dominant female dies.

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We’ve given this pattern an “easy” rating. It’s a great project for a beginner. However, there are quite a few pieces to sew so you’ll need to set aside a few hours to complete it. We purposefully designed this clownfish sewing pattern to be easy, approachable and fun for sewing enthusiasts of all ages.

There are different kinds of felt: synthetic, wool, wool blends. We talk about that briefly in the pattern.

We include various tips and tricks for things we’ve learned as we’ve stitched our own school of clownfish stuffed animals.

The pattern uses two sewing stitches: whip stitch and applique stitch. We’ve included links to some videos that demonstrate those stitches in case you’re not already familiar with them.

We’ve photographed our hand sewn clownfish in a coral reef that was hand made with yarn on pin looms. There is no pattern for this scene, but there is a pin loom pattern for a gnome with hammerhead shark hat in our Etsy Shop.

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Shark Attack Gnome

June 1, 2023 by ·

Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

This beach loving gnome spent a bit too much time in the water. His magnetic personality attracted a hammerhead shark and a trio of starfish!

Weave your own hammerhead shark gnome with this easy to follow tutorial. The Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern includes:

  • 25+ Photos and Charts
  • 14 Pages
  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Hammerhead Shark
  • Gnome
  • 2 Types of Starfish

Several sizes of pin looms were used to create this beachy gnome. You’ll need:

  • Square Looms in 4″ and 2″ and 1″
  • Rectangle Looms in 1″x4″ and 2″x4″
  • Triangle Loom in 2″

Every element is plain weave woven on a pin loom except the shark teeth which are crocheted.

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About Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

The assembled gnome measures about 18″ tall x 7″ wide x 5 1/2″ deep.

The pattern provides a chart of how many shapes are needed and in what color so you can weave them all ahead of time before you begin assembling the project. The yarn used was Lion Brand Basic Stitch.

There are helpful tips in the pattern. For the beard, for example, the pattern will mentioned that the yarn should be attached above the nose so the shark hat covers it. And that a metal cat comb was used to separate the strands making the beard appear more full. And a steam iron will help straighten out the yarn.

The shark is created separately and sits on the gnome like a hat.

The pattern includes a tutorial for making 2 different types of starfish. These were made on 1″ square looms.

Though the pattern is for your eyes only, we encourage you to give away or sell your finished projects.

Enjoy!

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Making Animals for VBS

May 26, 2023 by ·

Sewing Bug

Got the sewing bug this year as preparations were made for vacation Bible school. The theme is Australia and team names are various animals found down under. Down the rabbit hole we went sewing animals to give away to the kids.

Sewn Koalas, jellyfish, clown fish, dingos and platypus. These creatures are so different and fascinating.

Got the pin looms out to create some turtles. It’s amazing how different they look with yarns of different colors both solid and variegated.

The turtles were made with a few different looms including:

  • hexagon pin loom
  • 2″x4″ rectangle pin loom
  • 2″ square pin loom

Found the sewing patterns online. Some were on Etsy others were free on various blogs. The turtles were inspired by a weave along on the Facebook Pin Loom Support Group. If you love to craft, we encourage you to look into pin loom weaving and join this private group for inspiration.

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