Sock monkeys!

cuddles123

Took a monkey to give to a friend last night. We were at a fundraising event and the monkey was spotted. I am now doing a Sock Monkey group to show some ladies how to make them to sell for fundraising.

Does anyone know if cushion filling will be OK if the monkeys are sold? Does it conform to the correct standard for toys?

gemsmember

cuddles123 wrote: »

Took a monkey to give to a friend last night. We were at a fundraising event and the monkey was spotted. I am now doing a Sock Monkey group to show some ladies how to make them to sell for fundraising.

Does anyone know if cushion filling will be OK if the monkeys are sold? Does it conform to the correct standard for toys?

It will be OK if it conforms to the fire/safety regulations 1988 - it should say so on the label. There are a couple of BS safety numbers too. You can find the information on google.

cuddles123

Thanks gemsmember - was hoping you would be along cos I know you sell them.

cuddles123

Have made twins today

Crafty_JuJu

cuddles123 - very cute, love them :T

bobblymosh

Its taken me ageees to read all this thread but I love all the monkeys and creatures people have been making!
Im planning on making mine some little hats for christmas I think (even though it is months away!)

LJM

cuddles 123 love the twins they are fab

cuddles123

Thanks - just had a lovely email from the lady I made them for.

Mad-Frog

Wow, there are some fantastic creations on this thread, you ladies should be very proud of yourselves.

Sorry to ask I have gone back quite a few pages but which pattern do you all follow for the sock monkeys?

Is it the one on the first page?

Sorry I did try to look but am a bit overwhelmed

cuddles123

I use the 2 on the front page, but have adapted it as I've made more.

If you are just starting, be careful which socks you use. It makes a difference.
For some reason, stripey socks always look good, and chenille (but they are a !!!!!! as the bits go everywhere)