MARSHMALLOW CHICK TUTORIAL

To make these sweet little birdies, click the button below to print the pattern and then continue underneath for a detailed photo tutorial.

You will need:

* less than 1/4 yard of fleece or felt (I used fleece because it is softer and fluffier, but felt would work fine as well)

* matching thread

* polyester stuffing

* dark brown embroidery floss for eyes

Cut fabric as directed on pattern. You will end up with 5 pieces: 2 head pieces, cut mirror image to each other, 1 chest piece, and 2 body pieces (one with rectangular cut-out in center).

Hand embroider eyes - one eye on front side of each head piece (the thicker, "fluffier" side of fleece is the front). I did a satin stitch in a small circle for both of the eyes. Don't know how to embroider? It's easy: How to make a satin stitch

Now, sew the head pieces together (right sides together) and sew together along top side only with 1/4" seams.

Next, pin the chest piece (right sides together) between the attached head pieces and sew together with 1/4" seams.

Flip head right side out. Your chick should now sort-of resemble a dolphin... or maybe that's just because mine is blue?!

Now, pin head into the rectangle shaped hole in center of one body piece (right sides together). . .

. . . and sew together with 1/4" seams.

You're almost done!

Finally, flip head inside out again and pin second body piece (right sides together) to first body piece and sew together with 1/4" seams, leaving about 3 inches open for turning.

Flip the chick right side out, stuff with polyester filling and hand sew the opening closed. Your chicky is done!!

Sooo simple! :)

Now go make your own