Whaddup, homie? Every kid needs a gnomie homie stuffie t o cuddle up with! Learn how to do appliquŽ as you make a unique homie or a whole gang of them with different features - this pattern has lots of different options for customizing your homie to look however you want! Just pick some fun fabrics and grab some stuffing, then get sewing!Ê

With plenty of diagrams, color photos, and easy to read instructions, this is a great project for kids who have sewing machine experience.Ê

To successfully complete this project, kids should know the following terms:Ê

¥ seam allowance
¥ right sides togetherÊ

Material Requirements:Ê

Use woven fabrics such as quilting cotton, linen or flannel.Ê
¥ 1/3 yard non-directional or 5/8 yd directional main fabric (for body of gnome)
¥ Scraps for applique:
Ê Ê - (1) 9Ó wide by 6Ó tall rectangle (for face)
Ê Ê - (1) 12Ó wide by 10Ó tall rectangle (for hat)
Ê Ê - (1) 6Ó wide by 9Ó tall rectangle (for beard - optional)Ê
Ê Ê - Additional small scraps will be needed for shoes and facial featuresÊ
¥ 1/2 yard of Heat n Bond Lite
¥ Polyfil stuffing

ÊTools Needed:Ê

¥ Fabric scissors
¥ Pins and/or clips
¥ Iron
¥ Frixion pen
¥ Point turner*
¥ Washi tape or magnetic seam guide for sewing machine*

*Optional but highly recommended