Introduction

Welcome! I’m excited you’ve decided to create

with me. I’m a self-taught designer

and seamstress. I founded Rustic Horseshoe in 2009.

I hope you enjoy creating your version of this cutie as much as I enjoyed designing it! I originally created my Giraffe Doll in the spring of 2019. My pattern templates are hand drafted then put into their finished digital format.

Thank you for reviewing my copyright statement and terms of use at the end of this tutorial. I greatly appreciate your honesty and respect of the hard work I put into developing my patterns.

We are all diverse in our methods of sewing and crafting. I offer suggestions for different options and encourage you to find what suits you best.

It is beneficial to read this tutorial

in its entirety before beginning

this project. I stand behind all

of my products and encourage

you to contact me if you have

any questions along the way.

My contact information can be

found at the end of this tutorial.

Now that I have that out of the

way…what are you waiting for?!

Let’s get this adorable giraffe

softie made!

An imagination is a powerful thing! Help a child embrace it with

this soft toy. A softie can become an inseparable friend and com-

fort to a child and hold special childhood memories for years to

come. The first Teddy Bear was created circa 1880 and stuffed

animals have been synonymous with childhood ever since.

The Giraffe is approximately 23 inches from the bottom of the hoof

to the top of the horns (15 inches sitting) and approximately 10

inches wide at the widest point. It is generously sized to give plenty

of cuddles. One pattern tester successfully made this giraffe at half

size. So, if you're wanting a smaller plushie...give it a go!

Supplies .............................................2

Preparation .......................................3

Glossary .............................................3

Construction & Assembly ......4-19

Inspiration ............................... 20-21

Copyright & Terms of Use ..........22

Resources ........................................23

Pattern Templates .................. 24-31

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Construction & AssemblyHoof and Leg Selection: Prior to cutting out your

fabric you'll want to decide what type of hooves

you want on your giraffe. I have included two hoof

styles: round and cloven. The cloven hoof is more

suitable for an intermediate sewist, while the round

hoof is easier to make. The round hoof option will be

demonstrated in this tutorial on the horse rather than

on the giraffe.

You'll also want to decide if you want a split leg color

or a solid leg color and follow the directions on the

templates for the option you choose. The split leg

color is the one pictured with giraffe print at the top

of the legs and a solid color for the bottom ¾ of the

legs.

1. Applique

If you are applying any markings to your giraffe,

now is the time to applique them in place. I don’t

recommend using an iron-on adhesive for any large

markings on the body as it inhibits the stretch of the

material. A repositionable spray adhesive or pinning

in place works well. Below is an example of the ear

applique and how I took the fabric piece out of a

larger piece of printed fabric.

TIP: I recommend stitching all seams at least twice for durability. Use matching thread for the most professional finished look since the thread may show at the seams at times depending on the fabric used!

2. Split Leg Color

If you opted for the split leg color, sew the leg pieces

together by alighning the top portion and bottom

portion of one leg panel right sides together at the

straight edge indicated on the pattern pieces. Pin

together and sew with a ¼ inch seam allowance.

Repeat with the other 7 panel sets.

3. Sew Legs (arms) & Hooves

Step 1: If you're making

your giraffe with a cloven

hoof, first sew each half

cloven hoof panel together

with another mirrored

cloven hoof panel to create

a full cloven hoof panel.

Place right sides together and sew only on the long

straight edge (the center of the hoof).

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Check out the Rustic Horseshoe website! You'll find

free tutorials for different fun variations including an

applique eye pattern to make your eyes from fabric

rather than use the plastic safety eyes.

You'll also find

free tutorials

and templates

to make your

giraffe a

bandana or a

dress! Have some

fun

What's Next?

Check out these and more on the Rustic Horseshoe website