How to Sew a Plushy Bunny - Simplicity 8044 sew along

[@isis-elisecousins3917]

Thank you soo much for making this! Not only was I able to make the bear but now I can read patterns more effectively! Thank you!

[@terridonahue4929]

Thank you for this video. It was so easy to follow your instructions and commentary step by step!

[@kelliesinclair5981]

Thank you for this tutorial, I get nervous when starting new patterns and I like to see how someone else makes it first so I feel more confident when trying it myself :) I’m expecting my first child in June and I want to make the babies first bear! I also want to add watching this made me think I was watching my late great aunt who lived in NZ as she was a sewist too

[@terrielouisemisell8237]

Brilliant 😁 I'm feeling really confident now about following my first Pattern.

[@casandra8175]

Thank you so much for the step by step explaining the darts and curves how to sew !!! I don’t understand the patterns so this was very helpful!!! I love this video of yours!!! 🥰😊☺️

[@PupRiku]

Thank you for this. I'm only part way through but it's really helped me understand the instructions. It's the first plush I've made and it didn't make a lot of sense at first, seeing it done is fantastic. I agree the sound effects are pretty loud but the content otherwise is amazing.

[@cassidyb3260]

Thanks you so much for this video! i’m 14 years old and i decided to make a bunny for my grandmother. I wouldn’t have been able to make it without your help, thanks so much!! I didn’t have any trouble the whole time 😊

[@creich551]

Love the bunny. I just bought the pattern and will try using flannel material. Very good video!!

[@chris-du9hp]

Excellent video, you explained in great detail how to set out pattern and cut, also the constitution.

[@redhotromance8051]

Thank you so very much for making this video. I never would have figured out the pattern or how to make this adorable bunny rabbit without your help. I hope you will make more stuffed animal videos in the future. Until you, I haven't been able to find anyone who can explain these steps so clearly and concisely. You really rock!

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Thank you! My aim is just to try and take the confusion out of sewing and put it into everyday language. So glad you found the video helpful. :)

[@jerryfrazier9694]

Nice Runny Babbit ! And Pretty Runny Babbit Maker ! Lucky Hubby !

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

Do you mean Bunny rabbit.

[@jerryfrazier9694]

@@wendyaminzadeh7846 yes ma’am. Sorry My fingers got a little tongue tied.

[@katedonnelly3553]

Thank you! I bought this pattern today! Can’t wait to try this xx

[@dawnsteele8625]

Thank you so much I haven’t done much sewing in years and wanted to do a memory bear and with this video it made it very easy for me thank you x

[@valrose6380]

Thank you ,I have a lamb to sew and didn’t understand the pattern , I will now attempt it

[@Eosch10]

This tutorial is so good...thank you so much for doing it. I had set my mind on pattern with different parts and slightly panicked (I'm new to sewing) when I realized it was one big piece. Also appreciated the tips like pivoting the material...thank you!

[@rachelsveen453]

Thank you for doing this video, my daughter and I made the bunny while watching you. Made deciphering the pattern much easier!

[@melanieshackleford8724]

Thank you for the tutorial you made it easy to understand. I am a hands on see before learner.

[@sambamforth3607]

Thank you for this tutorial, it was so easy to follow and made it less daunting! Also, love the two-tone bear, I think I might copy you :)

[@TheTabbybudde]

awesome video! thank you so much. I just picked up this pattern and was so happy to find a video to show how to make it. I've only sewed very easy things so I'm excited to give this guy a go. Thanks again!!

[@sheilasweet7658]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. It was extremely helpful as I worked on my first bear. You explain it so well and patiently. Very much appreciated!

[@jilldecaro8651]

This video is going to be so very helpful to me as I am an enthusiastic beginner with this pattern in hand !

[@juliefish9455]

Made the bunny video was very helpful 👍

[@karenlang6391]

thank you, you have just helped me complete my 1st sewing project

[@nikkischoll9299]

Awesome instructions. My 11 yr old Grand Girl will be doings this pattern.this video will be so helpful,as we do not live in the same State for me to help. Thank you!

[@pamelafrancis6628]

Excellent tutorial.

[@nancywindhorst7019]

I have purchased this pattern and searched to find someone to answer a few of my questions, and there you were! Thank you! I have all those questions answered. I am using regular cotton fabric and plan to use them as baby gifts with their name and birth information on them. I have the dog already cut out and am ready to give it a try. :-)

[@stitchtovictory5356]

NANCY WINDHORST Glad to help. Post a picture of the finished product on my Facebook page. I'd love to see it!

[@jeriemcclain3831]

Thank you so much for the video.Im new to sewing and I cut this out last week.i thought I cut it out wrong and I actually threw in in garbage today. Well come to find out I cut it out correctly. So I will be digging it out, lol It’s only in my craft room garbage. Lol After watching you there might be hope for me after all. I’m really excited now to get back at it. Thanks again.

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Glad to hear it! :) I look forward to hearing how you get on - take a picture when you're done and post me a link. Happy sewing!

[@Aguzman13]

Thank you so much for doing this… i bought this pattern and I am also a beginner in the craft. And was totally lost and in a hopeful wish i put the number online and here i am … thank so much. For the video

[@Catalyst2]

Very good! I am just about to make organic cotton toys for babies as the ones made from plastic i.e. rayon, nylon, polyester, etc are not good in my opinion - plus they don't bio-degrade after use. I liked the fact you bought stuff from 'thrift' stores. Good thinking. As yet, I have just bought a machine and only stitched 7 inches of cotton towel together. Your video (and some others) is good research before the big, teddy push of 2019.

[@elainesmart5514]

Thankyou so much for the video has i havent used a sewing machine before and my partner bought me one and i actually bought the exact pattern but didnt have a clue so thankyou

[@byrazimmerman1549]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you!

[@jkalb1744]

Thank you for the very clear directions. I want to make a couple of bunnies out of some old coats. Your voice is nice and calm it threw me off when you spend up the video and added the fast sound effects.

[@robinspencer3505]

It has been a long time now since I found your channel, and I refer back to it constantly. I imagine It is not easy making these videos, so I wanted to once again thank you. I hope someday you will make some more videos. I love them so much.

[@pixiestickgirls3951]

So glad I found this I just got my pattern today!!???

[@Dazzyd1979]

Fantastic, thank you so much for your help. I couldn’t have done it without you as I’m new to sewing and this is the first pattern I’ve used. I’ve made the bunny and the bear but am struggling with the dog. Is there any chance you could do a tutorial of the dog. I’m not understanding the instructions on the pattern at all. Thank you. Becs

[@katiesimonsen5601]

Super helpful. Thanks!!

[@shazratuk]

Great video, except for the plane noise that set my dogs going nuts! Off to buy the pattern now and looking forward to watching all of your other videos.

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Thanks Sharon and apologies that the Spitfires set off your dogs. I asked my video editor to use actual Spitfire engine sounds when I go into fast forward in keeping with my semi WW2 theme of victory sewing etc. I usually announce when I'm going into Spitfire mode, so hopefully you will be forewarned in future. :o)

[@carlylee1340]

Sane here, had to put the video on mute!

[@robinspencer3505]

I loved the Spitfire! 😁 Have you any videos where you make clothing for your stuffed animals? I had a dream this morning that I made stuffed animals, put dresses on them, and gave them away to children who might need them. I haven't a clue as to how I would make clothing for a stuffed toy, and your directions are fantastic .

[@TheCraftyPandaByM]

Thank you so much!🌷

[@AriDimitris]

Very detailed. Thank you. Do you have any videos showing a more defined snout for the bears? Do you by any chance have videos on making your own patterns? Like for instance if you see a dress or shirt you like and want to copy it, or alter it to suit you better?

[@κατερινασωτηριαδου]

Thank you from Greece! I had the pattern and I had some questions... now , cause COVID , we have a lot of time😊

[@amycoffey6295]

hi im new to sewing and id love to see an updated video where you show us how to use contrasting pieces in different ways for this pattern.

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

I am new to sewing toys also.

[@craftyrupert]

Really enjoyed watching your video. I already have the pattern but haven't made anything yet. P.s. could you get rid of the plane noise it spoils it. It makes me jump when I was relaxed listening to you lol.

[@preacherteacher57]

hello thanks you for your videos on the bunny and bear. without your video I couldn't try to make this on my own I'm a beginner and only been sewing for 2 months

[@stitchtovictory5356]

William Black You are very welcome!

[@evelynschutte839]

I have a good friend from there. You are a great teacher have subscribed thanks

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Evelyn Schutte Thank you!

[@carolkyle7953]

Brilliant video but as someone else said the plane noise made me jump. Many thanks x

[@spoonersisters225]

This looks great if i was to buy fabric to make this from how .uch would you say i would need to order?

[@jeancronyn2835]

Thank you for making this video. This is a very informative video tutorial. I have to say, though, the airplane sound is extremely annoying.

[@irenesmillie6498]

Wish I found your video before I’m on my second bear and have had to work it out and make mistakes got the bottom ring first time got foot ring second time lol but kind of fudged it together and looks fine but thankfully will do it properly now with your help 😁

[@dawnwebb897]

fantastic tuturial thank you. I love the step by step guide, it really does help. I would love our memory teddies to sit with their arms and legs closed (ish), do you have any ideas to help me make this happen please. These memory bears are not to be played with so we would just love them sitted if at all possible and of course i am even going to try and clothe them hehe. I lost my father in June so this is no easy task as i can smell my daddy all the time as i am uses hisnfavourite clothes . Thank you advance for any advice you can give me xx

[@stitchtovictory5356]

The way this pattern is designed, the legs and arms naturally stick out, due to them being all one piece with the body. A traditional bear has separate arms and legs inserted so they go at a different angle. I wonder if tacking the arms and legs in would help, but I suspect that may put too much stress on the bear. If you clothe them with a button up jacket, then perhaps the closed jacket would hold the arms in somewhat?

[@LM-cx4sj]

I’ve tried it two times with fat quarters and I always muck up the wrong side/right side thing. One is cut correctly and the other is incorrect. Just boggles my mind how to work out which way I should be cutting it haha!

[@robinspencer3505]

I haven't finished bunny yet. I have it cut out, but for the longest time was afraid of the darts...so I just stopped. I was have trouble seeing where to sew as I have cataracts and the light where I sew was poor. Fast forward a number of months. I have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It was caught incredibly early so I have a fighting chance. A few days after I had the surgery to remove the cancer I was at home walking with a walker. I went into my garage (wasn't supposed to by myself). I got dizzy, fell and cracked the back of my head open. It required 5 staples and 4 days in hospital. So I am now working at getting over that too. I have chemo ahead of me yet. I am happy. I bought a light I attached to my sewing machine and boy howdy it put bright light right where I need it. It will be easier to see my bunny so I can finish them. I love sewing, but I'm a little horrid at it. Your video helps me immensely. I'm am going to sew for health and happiness . Going to fight the good fight. Thank you again for these videos. I truly appreciate them.

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Thank you, Robin, for your kind words. I'm so glad my video can help you with your project. Wishing you all the best in your recovery and I'll be praying for you.

[@robinspencer3505]

@@stitchtovictory5356 Thank you❣️

[@sejonesmia]

Im about to use this pattern but want to make it as a memory bunny using old clothes how could i do it using this pattern please

[@5GsCraftsToGo2020]

Where can I buy this pattern from in UK please.

[@κατερινασωτηριαδου]

Can you tell me please if i want it smaller is there a trick for this? Thank you

[@stitchtovictory5356]

The only way I can think of is to take a photocopy of each pattern piece, using the same percentage to downsize. That way it will be in proportion.

[@gregcrabb3497]

I just bought this pattern myself and looking forward to getting to work on it. Would it help to use pinkers around it when cutting?

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Yes, but just make sure that the narrowest part of the pinked cut is a quarter inch so you don't impinge on your seam allowance. A quarter inch is not much to work with!

[@Thatssewsimone]

The airplane noise was scaring me😂

[@TonyJohnson-n9j]

Have you got a video of the dog because I like the way you explain everything I've watched the video on the teddy and found it very well explained thank you

[@monicaperezwalker1513]

What kind of material is best? Can I use a t shirt?

[@stitchtovictory5356]

No, tshirts aren't suitable because they're made of stretchy knit fabric which won't work for this pattern. You would be best to stick to a strong woven fabric - quilting cotton would be good.

[@jessicah181]

Do you have to cut it right sides together?

[@AriDimitris]

Is there a way I can ask you specific questions? For instance, on the dog pattern,which I assume is almost identical, it says step 3, sew 1/2". I sewed the two front pieces together there, but after sewing the rest later, this interferes so I assume I need to undo the part where I stitched them together. Also it says to sew the darts on the hind foot on the front, but not the back. So when do I see the darts on the back? And how do I sew the front to the back at the crotch? I have photos and videos but don't know how to send them to you.

[@judysolomon2493]

Thank you!

[@lamirada90638]

Can the simplicity 8155 pattern be used to make a bunny by changing the ears would it look like a bunny?

[@robinspencer3505]

I have a question if I may. I'm using 44" (115CM) material. In looking at the cutting layouts in the pattern directions it seems one of the pieces is to be cut printed side down, on the fold. Yet the picture for 58" (150CM) shows both sides being cut printed side up. I'm afraid to progress for fear of wasting my material. Could you please help me? I'd also like to thank you for taking time to make the videos you do. I appreciate it so much. ****A friend of mine was able to explain it to me 🤦

[@betteolivieri7644]

What size safety eyes and nose do you use?

[@mandysalas9203]

What size safety eyes did you use?

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Hi Mandy, they're approx 3.4" across. They all work the same but I pick the ones that I think will look best for the size of the soft toy.

[@donnadresch7996]

What size for safety eyes and nose?

[@christywilson2683]

The Nascar noise made me jump lol!

[@courtneyyoungmann4115]

How to you incorporate 2 different material patterns on the ears?

[@stitchtovictory5356]

It's really simple: cut out both front and back as normal. The contrasting fabric is part of the front, so I cut out two ears from the contrast fabric (using the pattern piece) and cut each ear a bit longer than the pattern. Then I cut the ears off the original fabric front, leaving a bit behind. These extra bits form the seam allowance. Then stitch the contrast to the main (right sides together). Best to baste first to make sure the seam is in the right place (when the entire front is laying flat, the ears should fit exactly over the back). I hope this helps!

[@cainkind]

Video very good and informational, Plane noise bad. Hurted my widdle ears.

[@mickeyluvzme007]

Thank you for explaining it well I'm a beginner and it was wondering but the airplane noise 👎

[@luzmerybaenazapata5684]

hola donde está el molde gracias😮😮😮

[@jeannettethompson1833]

Do you have a video for stitching the bear please

[@stitchtovictory5356]

I have just made a video for the bear, which will be uploaded this coming weekend. It is not as detailed as this bunny video, since most of the steps are the same, but it will refer back to this video when required. :o)

[@stitchtovictory5356]

+Jeanette Thompson, here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/np6bgKSbjZeKj7c

[@mariaivannasosabasurto6611]

Deseo comprar los moldes

[@aWestSideMom]

I love the sound effects you have while pinning and cutting lol 😂

[@fofot5193]

Than you

[@joshlamb8134]

she didn't show us how to do the nose

[@stitchtovictory5356]

Go to 20:40 for how to do the eyes - the nose is done in exactly the same way.

[@evelynschutte839]

I detect an accent where are you from? SA?

[@stitchtovictory5356]

LOL, no, I'm from New Zealand. :o)

[@clumsycolours1677]

I need to get off my butt and finish my bunny

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

I had to turn the loud noise off too. So my pets wouldn't wake up

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

and so my parents wouldn't wake up...I watch these at night sometimes..

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

The jets are annoying when your trying to listen to instructions

[@wendyaminzadeh7846]

This is cute but looks harder than a sock monkey .

[@carlaswain2290]

awful sound effects had to keep muting

[@robinspencer3505]

Well I love them.

[@normawall6332]

carla swain agreed

[@normawall6332]

Just too loud, tutorial is grt.will be buying pattern

[@janetbrimston912]

Do you honestly think that looks like a bear? Goodness me. I would goggle what a bear should look like.