I got a lovely message from Karen Devonshire who made this gorgeous version of my Puppy Pete Dog toy pattern for her grandson. She thought he turned out rather cute and I agree!
Where did she get that cute fabric?
She recycled a pre-loved ladies blouse that she bought from the local St Vinnies store (for $6) to make her Puppy Pete. This must be so much better for the planet than buying a manufactured toy, I think Karen was thinking of her grandson’s future and she made a charitable donation in the process too!
I love how she says, “He started from meagre beginnings”. Who would have thought this shirt would make such an adorable Puppy Pete? 😀
It’s amazing what you can make from your old clothes…. a little imagination… oh, AND a Funky Friends Factory toy sewing pattern, of course!! 🙂
I’d love to know if you have made a Funky Friends toy from recycled clothing?
If you haven’t, which would you make?
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Till next time…
Happy Sewing,
Pauline
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Wow! That is an awesome idea! Great job Karen!
I made Kitty Kate out of a pair of old wool dress pants. The pants no longer fit but I loved the texture of the fabric; the cat I made turned out great, one of my favorites!
That’s amazing, I have some shirts which would definitely look much nicer as toys – thanks for the inspiration!
Yeah! You have to have a little imagination… and faith – and look what you can make! 😀
wow , nice idea
I love this idea. thank you very much.all the best.
Thanks Lucy! 😀