Fergus The Frog

Anthea Christian

Final size:

51.5cm (20 1/4in)

USD $11.37

Intermediate

Sewing

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Easy to print at home digital pattern sheet

Simple step-by-step instructions to follow

Large detailed images and diagrams

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Description

Check out this dapper froggie chap, all decked out in funky overalls and a spotted tie. His name is Fergus and he will be happy to become the loved softie playmate of any little girl or boy he is made for with this softie pattern from Anthea Christian.

Detailed instructions illustrated with close-up photographs and diagrams will guide you through each stage of the project
All patterns are provided full-size, ready for tracing
Embellished with just two easy embroidery stitches: backstitch and running stitch
Includes uncooked rice to weight Fergus so that he can be posed to sit almost anywhere
Have fun and choose some wild splashy prints for his outfit to suit your chosen solid fabric colour or make him suave and debonair in tweed or pinstripes
A fabulous gift idea for any child; omit the buttons from his overalls (as they can work loose and become a choking hazard), and Fergus is even suitable for a toddler
Best suited for crafters with intermediate-level skills

Materials

Fabric requirements specified in instructions
Stranded embroidery cotton in brown and white
Embroidery needle
10mm (⅜in) wide blue ricrac
6mm (¹⁄4in) wide elastic
Buttons
Fibre fill
Uncooked rice or weighted beads and funnel
Bodkin or safety pin
Chopstick or blunt pencil
Loop turner
Thin cardboard, paper and 4B pencil
Water-erasable fabric-marking pen
Pinking shears
Rotary cutter, ruler and cutting mat
Sewing machine with 1/4in and zipper feet
General sewing supplies

Designer

Anthea Christian

How would you describe your particular craft style?I love using bright and colourful fabrics in my creations. When I’m designing my softies, I try to give them personality and cute expressions on their faces.

Did your distinctive style happen over time or was it immediate when you started stitching? I think I’ve always had the same look in mind that I’m trying to create, but perhaps I’ve got better at capturing that look the more items I’ve created. I guess I’ve refined my style over time and experience.

Are you good at all the crafts you’ve tried?I haven’t actually tried that many different crafts. I did learn to crochet recently and have found it relaxing and enjoyable, but I’ve only done a few simple projects so I’m not sure how I would go tackling a more complicated design.

Other than crafting, how do you like to spend your free time?I love going for long walks with friends along the beachside trail near our home, or catching up with friends for coffee. I also love curling up with a good book at home.

Is your stitching a great diversion from tasks you’d prefer to avoid (eg housework)? I’ve learnt that, if I want to spend a decent day sewing, then I have to leave the housework undone. It would be nice to have a clean and tidy house before I start a project but it means cutting into my valuable sewing time.

Of all the designs you have created, which has been your favourite?My fox softie is design so far. I’m really happy with how it turned out, and the positive response from others has been overwhelming. I love the look of the fox made in patchwork fabrics, rather than just plain orange and white, and it means everyone can make a unique version by choosing their own mix of fabrics.

And which has been most popular with the public or give recipient?I’ve given a couple of foxes as gifts and often get requests to make them from others who see them.

Have you got a stitching dream or goal? I really enjoy working at home, doing something I love, so it’s my goal to one day be able to work full time on my business and grow it so it’s beg enough to make a living from. It is doing quite well, but I’m working on expanding my range of patterns so that hopefully one day this will be possible.

What makes you laugh out loud?My two kids make me laugh all the time. They’re always saying funny things and making up funny shows for me to watch.

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