What’s the big new phenomenon, with legions of devotees? Making lovable stuffed monsters! Influenced by the popularity of Japanese animé and video game culture, urban illustration and design, and the do-it-yourself craft movement, these designer plush toys are everywhere—even museum stores. Yet they’re simple to sew. Just take fabric, a needle and thread, and stuffing, combine a touch of cuteness with a dash of utter weirdness, and you’ve got one of the oddest, most irresistible creatures ever. And these 30+ projects—including furry, green-lipped Monkey; Greggles, who sports a coif of tentacles; and flirtatious Polly, who has her three eyes on every guy—are as much at home in a trendy loft studio as in a child’s room. They’re unabashedly handmade, but bold, colorful, and very modern. A thorough Basics section provides all the fundamentals, from fabric selection to stitches to the ins and outs of the construction process. And, as a bonus, there’s a handful of profiles of select plush designers with photos of their work.
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58 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By meowy
Format:Paperback
This book is really cute, very creative! It's put together well and provides tons of inspiration along with many cute patterns.
However the book I picked up did not have full size patterns. It is required to copy and enlarge the patterns if you want to make the projects in the size the book gives dimensions for. The patterns are usable as they are to make tiny versions of each of the little creatures though.
Just wanted to comment since I purchased the book based on the full size pattern comment and was a little disappointed to see that they still needed enlarged to do the projects in the size stated.
However the book I picked up did not have full size patterns. It is required to copy and enlarge the patterns if you want to make the projects in the size the book gives dimensions for. The patterns are usable as they are to make tiny versions of each of the little creatures though.
Just wanted to comment since I purchased the book based on the full size pattern comment and was a little disappointed to see that they still needed enlarged to do the projects in the size stated.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
By cynister
Format:Paperback
This book is fantastic, bustling with imagination and creativity. It gives you patterns to create these weird little monsters yourself, or ideas to make your own creatures. I'm just learning how to sew, and its not the best book for beginners. You have photos of the toys, lists of materials, and patterns in the back of the books, but if there are any odd pieces, it doesn't really show you how to put them together. Additionally, you have to enlarge the patterns when you copy them, and it doesn't list what size. Other than a couple of negatives for the beginner, I highly recommend this book! I've been very entertained trying to put some gruesome googlies together!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By A.J. Hills
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Imaginative and adventurous sewing, great projects to share with family ( mother/daughter projects). Quirky enough for preteens/teens and environmentally friendly, several projects are made with recycled clothing and/or materials. Anyone with a sense of humor would love one of these projects as a gift. The templates and ideas keep you thinking and planning more sewing projects. Great idea!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
not impressed
This book had patterns for only a few of the projects shown. The one pattern I really wanted was not available.
Published on December 29, 2010 by amn bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy Fleece Toys
Fun creatures for easy sewing.
Got this for sewing for my grandkids
and now the dog likes the toys too! Read more
Got this for sewing for my grandkids
and now the dog likes the toys too! Read more
Published on March 4, 2010 by E. Ostermann
4.0 out of 5 stars
Plush-o-rama
My daughters like that the patterns are enlargable. You can make your creature any size you like. They have made mini plucky chickens that turned out really cute. Read more
Published on January 16, 2010 by Wotgral
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best plush book for experienced dollmakers
I love this book. In fact, after giving a copy to my daughter, I realized that I had to own a copy, too.
One warning: This book is light on instructions. Read more
One warning: This book is light on instructions. Read more
Published on December 19, 2008 by Aisling D'Art
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny stuffed animals
These are hilarious! They do require someone who knows what they are doing with a needle and thread but they are so much fun. Read more
Published on August 23, 2008 by Kyle D. Dutton
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great projects, vague instructions
The projects in this book are really creative and fun to make. I get the feeling though, that the book isn't specifically designed to help you perfectly recreate the creatures... Read more
Published on August 2, 2008 by Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars
Imagine
This is a great book for kids and adults some really cool ideas and patterns leads you to even more ideas of your own. Read more
Published on April 5, 2008 by Catherine A. Lehosky
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sooo Much Fun!
I just love this book! I haven't tried any of the projects yet but it just makes you feel happy when you see that smiling creature on the cover! Read more
Published on April 5, 2008 by Likes books a lot
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worthwhile, if only for inspiration
Plush monsters are wonderful. You can make dozens of mistakes while making them and at the end of the day you can pretend that they were all intentional. It doesn't matter. Read more
Published on March 22, 2008 by Genevieve Hayes
5.0 out of 5 stars
BOYS TOYS
Finally a book of toys that include something for boys. Curiously original designs, this book has that something just a little left of center.
Published on February 26, 2008 by Andy B
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