Dragon Plush Backpack Sewing Pattern .pdf Tutorial Stuffed Animal

**THIS IS FOR A SEWING PATTERN, IT IS NOT FOR A FINISHED BACKPACK**
Instruction Language: ENGLISH

⌠ dragon plush backpack .pdf pattern ⌡

This listing is for a .pdf instant download of a sewing pattern for a backpack shaped like a cute stuffed dragon! The pattern includes 4 different wing, horn, and spike variations for a myriad of different dragons. The faces are made with machine applique -- templates for which are included in the pattern as well.
The backpack is styled to look like the dragon is clinging to your back and looking off to the side. It comes in two sizes -- small and large. The small is suitable for holding a phone and a few other essentials, while the large size is an epic statement piece that can hold a standard tablet. As an optional advanced technique, you can also sew a hidden zipper pocket into the tail.
See the backpacks in action here: https://www.instagram.com/p/BvfU_smpB6Z/

This sewing pattern has complete instructions to create the backpack from start to finish -- including step-by-step photos and a printable pattern. It includes extra info on choosing fabrics, tools to get started, printing your pattern, and cutting your fabric. This project is not recommended for absolute beginners, but I do my best to explain everything in detail for those rogue newbies that want a challenge :)

The face is done with machine applique, but embroidery files are also available. They are sold separately here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/684573575/dragon-eyes-7-machine-embroidery-file

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⌠ pattern info ⌡

› DIFFICULTY: ADVANCED (8/10 stars)
› SKILLS USED:
ladder stitch
fusible web applique
sewing curves (straight to curved pieces, inner to outer curves, outer to outer curves, etc.)
matching notches
basting
sewing zippers
gathering; gathering stitch
› SIZE:
large backpack: 28" long, 14" wide, and 7" tall (not including horns).
inner pocket: 8” wide and 12” long
hidden tail pocket: 5.5” wide and 8.5” long
small backpack: 21" long, 11" wide, and 6" tall (not including ears).
inner pocket: about 4" wide and 7" long
hidden tail pocket: about 2" x 5"
› MATERIALS:
plush knit fabrics such as fleece or minky
small backpack: about 2/3 yd. total, with additional 1/4 yd. pieces for horns, spikes, etc.
large backpack: about 1 yd. total, with additional 1/4 yd. pieces for horns, spikes, etc.
applique fabrics
cotton fabric for inner pocket
› TOOLS:
basic sewing kit (sewing machine, pins, iron, scissors, needles, fabric marker, seam ripper)
› NOTIONS:
fusible web adhesive
poly-fil stuffing
strap adjusters
zipper
optional: foam interfacing (for stiffer wings), invisible zipper, invisible zipper foot
2-3 yards of strapping/webbing
lightweight fusible interfacing
› 2 .pdfs: instructions are 45 pgs. & printable pattern is 32 pgs.
› Pattern printing layout & cutting layout included
› Over 100 full-color photos & illustrations

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⌠ free sample! ⌡

Want a free sample before buying? Check out my main website where I have dozens of free patterns and you can see if you like my instructional style: https://cholyknight.com/free-projects/

⌠ share! ⌡

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⌠ licensing ⌡

This pattern is available for both personal and commercial use. When selling the sewn product, please credit back to my website, www.cholyknight.com, whenever possible. Selling of the .pdf pattern is not allowed however, nor is mass-producing this product through factory means.

› DO: use for gifts for friends and family
› DO: use for giveaways and fundraisers
› DO: sell the finished product on your online store
› DO: sell the finished product at craft fairs
› DO: credit my website (www.cholyknight.com) whenever possible
› DO NOT: sell the .pdf and photo instructions as your own pattern
› DO NOT: use the project and pattern for mass-production for large companies/factories/etc.

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Thank you! ♥