Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Cat Plush Toy

{Wool, Cotton and Plastic Eyes, 2012}
{Wool, Cotton and Plastic Eyes, 2012}
I had a vintage 100% wool Lacoste sweater that my mom gave to me (probably from the late 70's) and it was a beautiful dark pink color but over the years some holes formed in the front. I couldn't get rid of it so it has been sitting around in my closet for years. I finally decided that I would felt it by washing it in hot water and tumble drying it. It made a really nice felt and I used part of it to make this little cat plush. I used the sweater for the back and the face. I used a pretty Amy Butler fabric for the front. It is so fun to make squishy little plush toys! I think I might make a bear for my mom out of some of the rest of the sweater. She collects bears and it would be neat to make it out of a familiar sweater. I also have plans to make a few other similar projects. The problem is, when I start sewing, I just don't want to stop! I love it! I have a healthy load of freelance right now too so I try to fit the sewing in when I can.

4 comments:

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Heather said...

i like the colors!!!!!! cool cat!

Dwiejudha said...

nicely done!

Playmobil Super Sets said...

Meow! this cat plush toys are so creatively made. Who will say no to this kind of toys? No one.