Handicraft, also known as craft work or simply craft, is a type of work where useful and decorative devices are made completely by hand or using only simple tools. Usually the term is applied to traditional means of making goods.


STUFFTOY MAKING:


Step One

After felting your wool sweater, print out the free teddy bear pattern PDF for the head, arms and ears and the teddy bear pattern PDF for the legs and body. This is a template which means you'll need to add your own seam allowance. Sew up to the nose from the neck, leaving the rest unsewn to add in the top flap.

Step Two

After you've sewn the three head pieces together, turn right side out and sew on the ears. You can hand stitch these on top, or cut little slits in the fabric and pull through and sew. Doesn’t worry about getting them exactly even, if they are a little crooked it will only add character and personality to your bear!
Step Three

After you've sewn all your individual parts, stuff and assemble. I personally hand-sew when I assemble because I tend to overstuff and find it easier than dealing with the sewing machine. Finally, embroider on eyes, a nose and a mouth and it comes to life!
I also added a scarf out of some sweater scraps.
Step Four - Finished!


Give it to a child who will love it and give it a proper name. My son named his "Toot Toot Bear" which seems perfect.

I hope you enjoy trying out this free teddy bear pattern!
As with all my free patterns, they are free for you to use for your personal use only not for items for sale.