Day 156 - How to make a penguin ornament

September 2nd, 2012

How to make a penguin ornament

Prepare for Christmas, with these adorable, little penguin ornaments. They will be a cute addition to any tree. Although Santa, angels and Rudolf are often focused on during the holiday, we should not forget our little friends from the Antarctic. They can be given as gifts or used as a stocking stuffer or to simply decorate your own home.

You will need:

Black felt or fleece

Yellow felt

White felt

Needle & thread

Scissors

Stuffing (polyfil)

Ribbon or ornament hook

Pins

Step one:

Using the pattern provided, cut out to two black body pieces, one white tummy piece, two feet and one beak.

Step two:

Place the tummy piece on top of one body piece, pin it and sew it in place. The stitches should be showing.

Step three:

Place the feet between the two body pieces at the bottom, pin together tummy facing up. If you are using a ribbon, make a loop and pin it between the two body pieces at the top of the head. Sew close to the edge with the stitches showing until you have a half inch gap. Stuff with polyfil to desired plumpness then stitch closed, tie off.

Step four:

Taking the triangle beak piece, fold in half, pin in place then sew along edge. Turn beak right side out, stitches should be hidden. Fill with stuffing about 2/3rd full and fold down excess, sew close, stitches can show. Centre beak on penguin face and stitch in place, hiding your work if possible.

Step five:

Add any extra embellishment you may like such as Santa hat, scarf, bow or mittens.

Step six:
If using a metal ornament hook attach at top of head or nape neck, if penguin is wearing a hat.

Step seven:
Hang on tree or inside your home, enjoy for the holiday.