The Island Batik April Challenge is to make a Soft Toy.  

This challenge is generously sponsored by Pauline McArthur of Funky Friends Factory.




Since I had Island Batik (gecko is their logo) on my mind, I chose to make Gertie, the Gecko.  

The instructions are well-written. Video guidance for newbie toy makers is available at the Funky Friends Factory blog.



The pattern

I used bright yellow and bright blue from Island Batik Foundations. Schmetz 90/14 needle worked well. 


The Body

The hind legs

The Flat Gecko - Ready to Fill

One Paw at a time

Is she moulting?


I used ...

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added by Preeti 2 years, 7 months ago. under funky friends factory , gecko , gertie , island batik , island batik ambassador , polyfill , rainbow scrap challenge , rsc2022 , soft toy , stuffed toy , toy making