World Map Play Mat with Toys Attached

SUPPLIES & TOOLS:

• 1/2yd to 2/3yd World Map Collection fabric (Be sure to get one repeat in cut. You may need extra length.)
• 1/2yd each of flannel animal print from collection and coordinating flannel for backing of toys
• 1yd white background of World Map Collection
• 1 1/2yd contrasting flannel for backing & binding
• 1 1/2yd batting
• Glue
• Basic sewing supplies

DIRECTIONS:

MAT

1. Cut one approx. 14"x 23" World Map for center making sure you get one repeat cut.
2. Cut two 11"x 23" for top and bottom and two 11"x 32" for sides.
3. Sew the top and bottom to center.
4. Sew the sides to the mat.
5. Layer back, batting and top of mat together and pin.
6. Quilt the top as desired.
7. Square up and trim the layers.
8. Cut 3"x WOF from flannel for binding to measure 4yds.
9. Cut 10-12 strips from flannel 1 1/4"x 8" for toy strips.
10. Fold the 10 strips in half lengthwise and press. Fold edges into center and press again. Fold together and press, again.
11. Top stitch on both sides of strips.

ANIMALS

1. Cut out flannel animals, staying close to the shape of the animal, and cut same shape from coordinating flannel.
2. With RST, stitch around animal print leaving an opening at top for turning.
3. Turn and stuff.
4. Insert the 8" strips into the top of the stuffed animals about 1/2" and place a small amount of glue inside.
5. Pinch top and hand stitch closed catching the strip in place.
6. Arrange the toys around the mat and baste strips in place having the cut edges along the cut edge of mat and the toy hanging down over the mat.
7. Sew binding around mat catching the strips into the stitching.
8. Fold the strips with the animal toys over binding (so they face away from mat) and stitch in place along binding to be sure that the toys stay attached.