Sock monkeys!

cuddles123

sairz252 wrote: »

i was thinkin of doin it by hand would this make it a lot harder or is it easier to use a sewing machine i really wanna get started but worried will mess it up silly i know

I have done loads of sock monkeys by hand. Just make sure you use small stiches and double thread for strength.

Good luck

sairz252

i have one last random question as i sit with everythin in front of me when you say double thread do you split the norm threads or keep them as one whole and double that?

also do you cut the legs before or after sewing and the rubbish basic diagram that came with the kit shows cutting before

cuddles123

sairz252 wrote: »

i have one last random question as i sit with everythin in front of me when you say double thread do you split the norm threads or keep them as one whole and double that?

also do you cut the legs before or after sewing and the rubbish basic diagram that came with the kit shows cutting before

I use ordinary thread doubled personally.
I would also sew all pieces before sewing as socks fray easily.:eek:

sairz252

well after 3.5 hours all i have left to do is his mouth ears and eyes there is def loads 2 improve on i can see that already lol but hopefully the mouth eyes and ears wont be 2 much trouble i will try and upload a pic when he is done x

sairz252

he is all finished do have few questions how do you guys hide your stitches and knots so well will try n take and upload apic

pennib

Look forward to seeing him!
When you turn the monkey inside out the stitches and knots will be on the inside of the monkey so the seams will be neat on the outside. (iyswim)

sairz252

how do i upload a picture?

sairz252

i managed to work it out here is my 1st ever sock monkey i def think i need to learn loads more the camera hides the stitching would be great to hear feedback on my lil monkey

pennib

He is lovely. Cant believe that he is your very first one. Mine was really rough! I like the red ribbon around his neck. Well done. I bet you're hooked now!

sairz252

thank you so much was so worried bout it i still need 2 figure out how 2 do tighter neater stitchin as the pic doesnt show the stitchin n odd lil knot i am hooked but ran out of stuff only brought enough for the one so gotta get more stuff in any recommendations as 2 basics i will need like threads etc etc