How to Make Sock Toys

by Edna Clapper

RED RIDING HOOD

Fig. 1 · Fig. 2 · Fig. 3 · Fig. 4

Follow basic instructions for doll on [page 19].

FEATURES: Embroider eyebrows, lashes and nose in brown yarn. Use small blue beads or buttons for eyes, red felt for mouth (Figure 1).

HAIR: See J-30, [page 32] for pony tail hair style.

DRESS: Cut blouse from any bright material, except red, pattern design C-8, [page 28]. Cut skirt from same material, design B-14, [page 29]. Gather around waist and sew to blouse, with opening at the back (Figure 2). Tie a ribbon around the waist to hide the seam.

SHOES: Cut from black felt, pattern design F-27, [page 30]. Sew a tiny flower to the toe of each shoe.

CLOAK: Use a piece of red material 8″ long by 14″ wide. Hem all sides. Gather along one 14″ side to fit around neck (Figure 3). Cut hood from pattern design P-36. Gather along neck edge and sew to cloak. Tie a strip of white ribbon around neck to hide the seam.

FINISHING TOUCHES: Wire a bunch of artificial flowers to one hand (Figure 4) or a tiny basket over one arm. Make panties and a petticoat from pattern designs if desired.