Felt Australian Shepherd Stuffie
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In this season of cozy comfort, what’s more heartwarming than stitching up a little felt friend to enjoy the festivities with? Our Felt Australian Shepherd Stuffie brings all the nostalgic charm of a beloved toy paired with the crafty pride that comes with stitching every bit of it yourself. A jaunty cowboy hat and a tiny little scarf makes this sweet pup look like he trotted straight out of a country fable.
Tools
- Cricut Maker or Silhouette Cameo 4 (optional)
- Detail Scissors
- Embroidery Needle
- Straight Pins
- Stuffing Tool or Chopstick
- Needle Threader (optional)
Materials
- Lia Griffith’s Wool Blend Felt (1 sheet ea.) — Chocolate, Terracotta, White, Hazelnut, and Pomegranate
- Embroidery Floss — DMC Medium Mohogany (301), Dark Beige Brown (839), Light Brown (434), Snow White (B5200), and Black (310)
- Craft Eyes - 5mm
- Polyester Fiber Fill — Lia Griffith Stuffie Puff
- Dritz Disappearing Ink
- Tacky Glue
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If you’ve made any of our other felt animal stuffies, then this intermediate Felt Australian Shepard should be a relatively easy make. It’s especially well-suited for anyone who already has a bit of stuffie construction experience. When you're ready to begin, you’ll use a mix of Blanket Stitch, Whip Stitch, Ladder Stitch, and Back Stitch as you add this energetic herder to your pack. Looking for other dog breeds to sew? Be sure so also check out these Felt Corgi and French Bulldog projects.
To keep our Felt Australian Shepherd as realistic as possible, we layered different shades of felt and stitched each piece in place to create our that classic tri-color coat. Additionally, for extra durability, we recommend reinforcing your stitches from the inside with a small dab of tacky glue. As a result, your handiwork stays strong for years of love and play. Ultimately, these little steps make all the difference in bringing your little Aussie friend to life.
When your felt pup is stitched and stuffed, he’s ready for adventures both big and small! But, before you go — don't forget to share your handsome Aussie with us! Upload your finished creations with the hashtag #MadeWithLia, or, post them in our craters' community so we can inspire eachother this season.
Stitches used: Blanket Stitch, Whip Stitch, Ladder Stitch, Back Stitch
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