Tip: A small dowel, with one end sharpened by a pencil sharpener, a small screw driver or the machine seam guide shown here, help with the turning process. A thick fur may require a smaller seam allowance, to allow for turning.
Sew a Cat Mouse Toy with Catnip Refill Opening
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
Sew the Tail
Stitch the tail & turn right side out
Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
With the right sides of the fabric together, fold the tail (as it was cut on the fold) and sew the edge as shown in the photo, leaving the small end open for turning. Trim the seam allowance. Turn right side out.
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- Materials, Pattern & Cutting
- Sew the Tail
- Sew the Mouse Ear
- Attach the Feet & Tail
- Join the Body Sections
- Sewing the Hook & Loop
- Bottom Seam
- Attaching the Bottom Section
- Mouse Nose & Whiskers
- Optional nose and whiskers
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