We’ve gathered 15 adorable DIY plush toys with FREE sewing patterns. Whether you call them plushies, stuffed animals, or stuffies, one thing is for sure-they are adorable!
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There are so many cute sewing patterns included here, the hardest part will be deciding which one to make. You can even use fabric scraps for several of them. It’s a great way to use up your stash.
DIY Plush Toys: Sewing Patterns for Stuffed Animals (Stuffies)
Get these free stuffed animal patterns and make your own DIY plush toys. They are great to give as gifts, or make for your kids. The included tutorials make them so easy to make.
Learn how to make this cute stuffed sea turtle with the included free sewing pattern.
This hungry fish stuffed animal is such a great idea for toddlers. Perfect for a baby shower or Christmas gift.
This absolutely adorable free cat sewing pattern fits in your pocket! How cute is this? Wouldn't they make sweet stocking stuffers?
This free stuffed cat sewing pattern is a very simple, front & back stuffed animal that you can sew up in an afternoon. The kids will love snuggling with this at night!
Free plush sewing pattern: Cat, dog, fox, wolf laying stuffed animals
This free plushie sewing pattern is super versatile. You can make your own stuffed animal cat, dog, wolf or fox plush with this jumbo pattern.
Learn how to make a longneck dinosaur in your child's favorite color. It's so much more meaningful to give a handmade stuffed animal rather than a store bought one and there is a free pattern included so you can make your own.
This free bunny doll pattern is so fun and surprisingly simple to make.
Mermaid Rag Doll Pattern - Red Ted Art - Make crafting with kids easy & fun
This is a very simple Free Mermaid Rag Doll Pattern that is great for teaching kids to sew. They will love to create their very own doll!
How fun is this cat stuffed animal? He's not only fun for Halloween, but would make a unique birthday present. You can also change the color if you want.
Use faux Sherpa to make the sweetest little puppy. Can you imagine how excited the kids will be to see this little guy?
Introducing the Kimberbear, A Little Stuffed Bear for Children in Need
Not only is this stuffed bear beautiful, It’s also part of an initiative designed to put cozy, stuffed bears into the arms of children who need a little extra comfort and love in their lives.
This is a great freebie for you all you Yoda fans! He’s really big measuring almost 12″ tall, and super quick to sew up!
Learn how to make a super-cute, superhero softie for your favorite little person. You can even personalize it to make it extra special.
There is a fun free pattern for you. Meet Casey the Crab! He is so adorable and is simple enough for a beginner sewer to make.
Use the included free pattern to make this little cutie stuffed animal. This pug dog will be a favorite for sure!
Let me show you how to make tooth fairy pillows quickly and easily with the Cricut Maker. You can even personalize them to make them extra special!
Just learning to sew? Here’s some useful tutorials to LEARN how to sew:
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Mary Kinsley
Saturday 4th of March 2023
Hi Danielle, thank you for these adorable patterns! I have been trying to find the pattern for the Kimberbear and every one I find and try to download the pattern (including the one you linked) takes me nowhere! Do you have any suggestions for how I can get this pattern? Thank you for your advice! Mary Kinsley
Danielle Pientka
Monday 11th of September 2023
Hello! I'm not sure. This is a roundup with links to different bloggers' posts so I would reach out to the blogger who wrote that post.