Hand Sewn Felt Alligator

by JOANN |

Item # 262027328P197
Beginner 1-2 Hours

SUPPLIES & TOOLS:

  • Felt 9"x 12", Apple Green, 2 sheets
  • Embroidery thread, Pink
  • Embroidery thread, White
  • Embroidery thread, Light Green
  • Embroidery thread, Black (Eyes option 1)
  • Small black beads (Eyes option 2)
  • Scissors
  • Embroidery needle
  • Polyfil® stuffing
  • Pattern templates

DIRECTIONS:

To print the patterns, click on the "Download Project PDF" button (above).
  1. Tape together the pattern templates as indicated.
  2. Cut two Alligator Body pieces.
  3. With the black thread, stitch two eyes onto the face using a French knot, or sew two black beads securely in place for the eyes.
  4. With the pink thread, create two small decorative stitches under the eyes.
  5. Add decorative stitching to the Alligator mouth with the white thread.
  6. Add decorative stitching to the Alligator belly with the light green thread.
  7. Cut two Alligator Arm pieces from the apple green felt.
  8. Place the top and bottom Alligator Body pieces together, placing the Arm pieces between the two and sew around the edge with a blanket stitch, leaving a small hole for stuffing.
  9. Stuff the Alligator.
  10. Sew the stuffing hole shut and tie off the thread.

Craft Hack Tips and Tricks:

  • For younger children, pattern pieces can be hot glued in place, rather than hand sewn.

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