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Is it possible to knit stuffed animals?
Rest assured, a knit stuffed animal can be enjoyed and appreciated by kids and adults alike! So, how do you knit a stuffed animal? If you’ve never knit a stuffed animal before, you might be a little anxious.
How do you stuff stuffed animals?
5 top tips for how to stuff knitted toys perfectly
- Use a smaller needle size.
- Shred your stuffing to make it smooth.
- Use cardboard or interfacing fabric for flat ends.
- Give your toy weight.
- Put perishables in a plastic bag inside your project to stop them getting wet.
- Don’t over or under stuff.
How much stuffing do you need for a teddy bear?
Q: How much stuffing does it take to fill a bear? A: Gage about ½ pound of fiber fill per 16” (Large) plush and 1/4 pound for an 8″ (Small) plush. You can also mulch your fiber, using a leaf mulcher, to make the fiber expand about 3 to 1.