As a beginner, ANY sewing pattern can look overwhelming, and for some people a toy pattern may be the first pattern they’ve...
Recycling, Upcycling, Repurposing – it’s all good for toy-making!
I have noticed a fantastic trend, more and more Funky Friends Factory feedback photos are of toys made from recycled fabrics,...
Tips for sewing with Fleece
Samantha emailed me as her sewing machine was "eating her fleece" which was making her a little frustrated. I understand the...
How young can you start needle felting?
I often get asked "How easy is needle felting?" and "How young can you start needle felting?", so I asked the opinion of two...
Washing soft toys – wash day blues!
Someone asked me about washing the Funky Friends Factory toys they'd made and, to be honest, I haven't thought about it til now...
Ideas for soft toy eyes
I get a lot of emails from people who need some inspiration for making eyes for their plush creations. Sometimes they have been...