Friday, June 21, 2013

How To Make A Stuffed Dinosaur

By Odessa Edwards


If one has a kid or just simply loves arts and crafts, then it would be a very fun challenge to make a stuffed dinosaur from scratch. Of course this might take a bit of time to actually make but it is definitely a lot of fun and will provide a very satisfying feeling when it is done. One may even use it as gifts to give to a nephew or the child of a friend.

Now it is always hard to create something if there is absolutely no reference or model to somehow follow. So it is always best to search first for a template on how to make toy dinosaurs. One may find one of these templates in a bookstore or probably over the internet for easier access.

If one has already determined what kind of design he would want for his creation, then the next step would be to gather some good materials and the fabric that would be good for the process. Now when he gets to the store, he will be choosing from different colors ranging from purple, blue, red, and more. He must just always keep in mind that he should always buy a good and sturdy fabric that does not get torn easily.

When all of the materials have been gathered, now would be the time to sew up the stuffed toy by making use of the template. Now one may either choose to use a sewing machine or do it the manual way by using a needle and thread. Now if one would use a sewing machine, he can finish faster but if he uses a needle and thread, he will be able to pay attention to some details. It is up to him to choose which method he would want.

Now when one is making the toy, he should always leave a small hole somewhere. The purpose of this small hole is so that one has a place to put the stuffing. When one is starting, he should then always follow the pattern diligently.

Once the whole thing is sewn up, take the stuffing and put it inside the hole. The whole toy should be filled with the stuffing so that it is nice to hug. When that is done, cover up the small hole quickly so that the stuffing does not fall out.

Lastly, check it for any stray holes that were not dealt with earlier while in the sewing process. If there are any holes or small openings, sew them up with a needle and thread so that the stuffing will not come out. If there are any stray threads that are sticking out, cut them out so that they do not show.

So as one can see, making a stuffed dinosaur is quite easy but will take some time. However, it can be a really fun hobby and can even be turned into a business. Those who are business minded will probably open up their own shop selling these stuffed toys.




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