Tips and tricks for making bears and softies

October 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

There’s something magical about sewing a teddy bear or other softie. The pieces of fabric and fur come together to create a unique little soft creature that can be hugged and snuggled. If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at softie and teddy bear making, Debi from Pieces Squared has some tips for making it easier. She gives some good advice for cutting and sewing the fur to get accurate cuts and avoid bald patches or fraying.

Click the link below for her teddy bear making tips:

Beginning Steps to Bear Making, by Pieces Squared

[photo from Pieces Squared on Patchwork Posse] Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these sewing patterns for kids’ toys on Etsy and these Softie Sewing books on Amazon.

Have you read?

Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.