Top sewing tip
When sewing with felt, use a sharp needle and short, even stitches to prevent the fabric from fraying.
Meet the designer
Author Cheryl Owen is a passionate crafter, who has written more than 40 books on sewing, quilting, and other crafts. She is well-known for her simply adorable plushie toy patterns, which frequently appeared in Sew magazine, and Make & Sew Toys