Funky Friends Factory
Last year when we paired up to make a Funky Friends Factory stuffed animal. I was so excited. I ended up making a shark, which my kids loved and wanted a ton of them. So, when this year it was on the calendar that we would get to pair up with Funky Friends again, I knew exactly which "stuffy" I was going to ask to make.
If you haven't guessed yet, this months ambassador challenge with Island Batik is to make an adorable stuffed animal from Funky Friends!
The axolotl is an adorable animal that the kiddos seem to be in love with these days. My two kids were so excited to go see them when we went to visit the San Diego Zoo awhile back. The amount of excitement was just so sweet. I love that they are into a unique and different creature. I was very excited to be able to sew this stuffy for them.
The pattern is super easy to download, print, cut and assemble. I used the photo tutorial a lot, as I am a visual person and I found this very helpful.
I chose to make a blue and a pink axolotl and I pulled a light and a dark of each to make the stuffies.
I picked a dark and light batik for each axolotl and the dark was for the fins and the lights for the bodies. I did just end up using felt for the eyes, and just did a quick straight stitch around them. You can use buttons, or embroider the eyes as well, but I felt this was an easy way for me to sew them on.
While assembling the pattern I used the wonderful Hobbs Simply Stuffing and I was really shocked at how soft this polyester filling is. I always hate stuffing animals because the poly-fil is always so scratchy or just feels like plastic. Not Hobbs, they have a soft smooth stuffing and this made stuffing the axolotl a lot easier.
The axolotl hands and feet are so perfect. I love how they came together.
Once I got the entire axolotl sewn together I finished it off by hand sewing the last two inches together.
I then got a few photos of these adorable Funky Friends and added some "water" for the background (because Island Batik fabric makes for the perfect water).
Thank you again to funky friends factory for sharing these adorable stuffy patterns with us!
Be sure to check out all the other ambassadors and their stuffed animals that they made using Funky Friends Factory patterns.
Brenda Alburl- https://songbirddesigns.blog
Renee Atkinson- https://wordpress.com/posts/pinktulipquilting.studio
Susan Deshensky- www.ladybluequilts.com/blog
Tina Dillard- https://quiltingaffection.blogspot.com/
Brittany Fisher- Www.bobbinwithbrittany.com
Kimberly Flannagan- https://www.kimberlysquilts.com/blog
Preeti Harris- https://sewpreetiquilts.blogspot.com
Mania Hatziioannidi- www.maniaforquilts.com
Kim Jamieson-Hirst- https://www.chatterboxquilts.com/blog
Connie Kauffman- Kauffmandesigns.blogspot.com
Connie Kresin Campbell- https://conniekresin.com/
Emily Leachman- https://thedarlingdogwood.blogspot.com/
Denise Looney- https://quiltery.com
Leah Malasky- www.quilteddelights.com
Susan Michaels-https://dragonflyfiberart.blogspot.com/
Lisa Pickering- https://lisasquiltingpassion.blog/
Gail Sheppard- https://quiltinggail.com/
Carol Stanek- stitchwithcolor.blogspot.com
Solomae Stoycoff- https://cuddlecatquiltworks.com/blogs/island-batik-ambassador-blog
Jennifer Thomas- https://curlicuecreations.com
Suzy Webster- www.websterquilt.com
Happy Stuffing!
I absolutely love how creative and fun this project is! I think the pink and blue axolotl stuffed animals are adorable, and using different shades of Island Batik fabric gives them such a unique and beautiful look. Cars for sale in Nairobi are cheaper at Ace Prestige Motors. I appreciate how the step-by-step photo tutorial makes the sewing process easier to follow, even for someone who is still learning. It is also wonderful to see how handmade toys can create special memories for children and bring families together through creativity. This project inspires me to explore more sewing and crafting ideas. Thank you for sharing such a delightful project and encouraging others to create!
I really enjoyed reading about your experience making these adorable axolotl stuffed animals. I think it is wonderful how you used colorful batik fabrics to create something unique that your children can enjoy. I especially like the idea of using different shades of blue and pink to make each animal stand out. As someone who appreciates creativity, I find projects like this inspiring because they combine practical sewing skills with imagination and love. I also appreciate the helpful details about the pattern and stuffing, which could make the process easier for other sewing enthusiasts. Cars for sale are cheaper at Magari Deals.
I absolutely love this creative project because I believe handmade stuffed animals make wonderful gifts filled with love and personality. The pink and blue axolotls sound adorable, and I appreciate how the different batik fabrics were used to create beautiful contrasts between the bodies and fins. I also found the tip about using felt for the eyes helpful because simple techniques can make sewing projects easier and more enjoyable. In my opinion, involving children in creative activities like this encourages imagination and appreciation for handmade crafts. I would love to try making one of these cute axolotls myself! Home Schooling in Kenya are available like Amberlynn School.
These axolotls turned out really cute, and I can see why the kids were so excited about them! The combination of the light and dark batik fabrics makes the colors stand out nicely. When I get stressed, I sometimes jokingly say, “Take My Online Class,” but honestly, making something creative like this seems like a much better way to relax and enjoy some time away from everyday routines.
These axolotl stuffed animals are absolutely adorable! I love the combination of the light and dark batiks, and the simple felt eyes really bring them to life. The step-by-step approach and photo tutorial sound especially helpful for anyone trying the pattern for the first time. Such a fun and creative project! Help with online class can be useful for learning new skills too, but hands-on projects like this make learning even more enjoyable.