Plague Bird Plush Sewing Pattern Hack

plague
bir d plush
sewing pattern hack
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plague bird plush 2 introduction
plague bir d plush

sewing pattern hack
This pattern hack is an option to turn the Pet Bird Plush into a creepy Plague Bird!
It swaps out the head front for this spooky plague doctor mask. To complete the look,
this pattern also includes a wearable and removable flat doctors hat, witch hat, cape
with collar or hood, and a lantern.
Here's how this pattern hack works:
1. First you'll need the Pet Bird 2. The mask section will show you how to
Collection Plush Sewing construct the plague doctor mask and replace the
Pattern as a base to start. face from the original bird pattern.
3. When your new bird is complete, the accessories section will show you how to make a
selection of clothing and accessories.
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table j contents
The instructions are separated by type of add-on or hack, so you can skip to the part that
you're the most interested in. At the beginning of each section you’ll find the materials
and tools specific to that project.
introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
pattern key & print layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
assembling the pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
THE MASK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . 11-30
cape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-17
flat hat & witch hat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-23
lantern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-30
templates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-40
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patter n key
Below is a list of the pattern templates found in this collection. They are grouped by
garment. See the project page for more help choosing variations within the pieces. To find
where the pieces are within the document, see the next page.
letter piece letter piece letter piece

the mask the cape the hats
Q mask front T1 cape V1 flat hat side
R mask bottom T2 collar V2 flat hat top
S head side T3 hood V3 flat hat brim
the lantern W1 witch hat crown
U1 side W2 witch hat brim
U2 top
U3 bottom
mask: lantern: cape:

pg. 1-2 pg. 1-2 pg. 3-5
pg. 31-32 of document pg. 31-32 of document pg. 33-35 of document
U2 U1 T2
1 2 3T1 4 5
U3
R
S T3
Q
witch hat: flat hat:

pg. 6-7 pg. 8-10
pg. 36-37of document pg. 38-40 of document
W1 W2 V1 V3
6 7 8 9 10
V2
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plague bird plush 5 printing the pattern
assembl ing patter n

g
To print the pattern, set your computer to print pages 31-40. If you’re
unfamiliar with printing and assembling a .pdf pattern, read the steps below.
1. print the test 2. measure the test 3. collect the pages

square. square With the settings all right, print
At the print dialog box, check Get a ruler and measure the test the remaining pattern pages you
the box that says print at “Actual square to be sure it matches need.. Be sure you have the right
Size” or 100%. Any other selection the dimensions printed in the ones by noting the page numbers
(such as “Fit to page”) will distort pattern. If it’s smaller than the in the corner.
the pattern so it’s slightly larger printed size, increase your printer
or smaller and we don’t want settings. If it’s larger, decrease the
that. Set it to print the test printer settings.
square, found on page 31.
4. trim the margins 5. tape the pages 6. cut the pieces

It’s likely your printer will have a To line up the pattern pages, You can trace the patterns onto
margin that ensures your image match up the corresponding a different paper, or you can also
doesn’t print to the very edge. diamond shapes. Each diamond just cut them straight from the
Assembly will be easier if you will have a letter, so it’s simply printer paper -- be sure that each
trim off this blank margin edge. a matter of matching A1 to A2, piece is fully taped together along
This will give you pages that B3 to B4 and so on. The faint the joins so they don’t fall apart
overlap slightly during assembly. gray lines indicate the border of when you cut them.
If you trim across the gray outline every page; you should be able to
boxes, this will give you pages line those up as well. When the
that don’t overlap but rather butt diamond goes together, tape it in
against each other. place.
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plague bird plush 6 sewing the mask
the mask
The first step in creating your iconic plague bird look is a new mask! The new mask
pieces (Q, R, & S) replace the head front (A) from the original pattern. They give your
bird that creepy look of a large, beak-shaped mask with staring sinister eyes.
difficulty: EXAMPLES:
This change doesn't add any long

complexity to the original bird beak
pattern. It has some precision
needed in the point of the mask,
but it's no different than the
beak on the original bird.
materials & notions: replaces
head
• ¼ yd. of fabric for mask front on
• 4" x 4" of applique fabric for original
bird
eyes of your choice
• 4" x 4" of light or heavy duty
fusible web
skills used:
• sewing curved pieces accent
• matching points band
around rest of
• fusible web applique mask the bird
suggested fabrics: stays the
same
• A fabric that matches the
rest of your bird is suggested
here.
• This includes
medium-weight plush
fabrics like minky or fleece.
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fabric mask fabric

cutting
body fabric
¼ yd.; 9” long
R
½ yd.; 18” long

layout Q Q P2 B1
nap
D1
example: D2
mask templates P2
nap
11” wide D1
on pg. 31-32 G2 B1
foot fabric
P2 P2 S S
G2
⅛ yd.
O2 M
nap
O1 O2
O1
M
26” wide
16” wide
before you begin:

1. Briefly read the project instructions so you know what to expect.
2. Transfer any symbols and notches from the paper pattern if you haven’t already.
3. Note that a ¼” seam allowance is used unless otherwise mentioned. This is already included in
the pattern templates.
1. SEW THE EYE APPLIQUE

dripping moon & bird
eye stars skull
To begin, grab your mask pieces (Q). These will need eyes, so we'll start by appliqueing whatever your
desired eye is on the fabric.
Follow the instructions from steps 1-2 of the original Pet Bird Plush Sewing Pattern for how
to applique. Begin by tracing the design you'd like from the paper templates (found on page 32). There are
choices for a sketchy eye, bird skull, moon eye, eye with stitches, and dripping eye.
Fuse the traced fusible web to your applique fabrics, then cut out the pieces. Remove the paper backing,
then fuse the new fabric to your main fabric pieces. Stitch the fabric in place if you've used lightweight
fusible web, or leave it if you've used heavy duty (no-sew) fusible web. Repeat for both sides of the mask.
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2. ATTACH THE MASK TO THE BOTTOM

a. Grab both your mask (Q)
and mask bottom (R) mask will join
line up
points 11
pieces. In this step, the to bottom and 12 12
bottom edges of the mask

will be attached to the 12
sides of the bottom. You'll

find the paper pattern has 11
numbered markings for

extra help in matching
a b
them up: points 11 and
12.
b. Stretch the mask piece
to fit along the side of 12
the bottom, matching up sew 12
from
points 11 and 12. point 11
to 12
c. Sew one of the mask
pieces to the bottom along 11 11
this edge. For best results, 11

stop precisely at point repeat on
12 at the tip and go no both sides
c d
further. This will make
step 5 easier later.
d. Repeat with your
remaining mask piece
on the other side of the
bottom piece, matching up
points 11 and 12.
3. ALIGN THE SIDE PIECES

a. Grab your head side pieces (S). These will
be joined to the sides of the mask. They're
also marked with point 11 on the bottom
corner to help with alignment and a notch
near the middle. This will ensure they're
not attached upside down.
11 11
11
sides 11
will join
to mask
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4. ATTACH THE SIDE PIECES

sew repeat for
along both sides
line up side of
notch and mask
point 11
11 11
a. Align the head side (S) with your mask piece (Q) so right sides are facing and the raw
edges match up. Point 11 should match up near the bottom corner and the notch should align
near the middle. Pin the fabrics together.
b. Sew the head side to the mask along this edge.
c. Repeat on the other side with your remaining head side piece.
5. SEW THE TOP

line up sew trim
top edges down to excess seam
tip allowance
12
a. Align your mask pieces (Q) with right sides facing so the top edge matches up.
b. Sew from the top corner of the mask down to point 12 at the tip of the beak. Try to stop
exactly where the other seams stop for best results.
c. Trim the excess seam allowance at the tip of the beak, and clip the seam allowances on the
curves of the previous seams.
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6. ATTACH THE HEAD BACK

line up
center seams
turn right leave open

side out for neck
a. Turn the mask right side out and the tip of the beak should make a nice point.
b. Now you can continue making your bird as usual, starting with sewing the head back (B1 or
B2). Align these head back pieces over the head front you have so far. Follow the instructions
as usual, aligning the center seam and the raw eges.
c. Sew the head back to the head front all the way around, but leave the bottom open for the
neck.
→ This completes the mask portion! You can now attach this new head to your bird body
as usual. Continue to the future sections to make some accessories for your new bird!
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plague bird plush 11 sewing the cape
the cape
This capelet adds the iconic silhouette of a plague doctor, but made to fit the chubby
bird plush. This pattern has an option for either a collar or a hood. But the construction
is very much the same.
difficulty: suggested fabrics:

• outer capelet: soft, light to
medium weight fabrics would be
The most difficult part of this project is especially nice here to give a realistic
sewing the neck. The collar or hood is feel to the finished cape. Thin fleece
partially encased to avoid extra hand-sewing. or corduroy, flannel, or soft twill
Just be sure to double check your fabric would be good choices.
placement before you start your seam. • lining: a fabric thinner than the
materials & notions: outer fabric would be ideal here
to avoid bulk. Basics like cotton or
• ¼ yd. of fabric for main cape flannel would work just fine.
• ¼ yd. of fabric for lining
• one sew-in snap, ¼"-½" wide
skills used:
HOOD
VERSION: thin fleece
outer fabric;
• sewing curved pieces minky lining
• sewing snaps
• ladder stitch
COLLAR VERSION:
snap
closure
Shannon vulture
Fabrics Luxe inspired
Cuddle Shaggy faux fur
collar
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fabric cutting layout:

cape templates on pg. 33-35
HOOD VERSION: COLLAR VERSION:
outer fabric outer fabric
¼ yd.; 9” long
¼ yd.; 9” long
g r a in
g r a in
T3 T3
T2
T1 T1
T2
30” wide 26” wide

lining fabric lining fabric
¼ yd.; 9” long
¼ yd.; 9” long
gr a in
gr a in
T3 T3
T1 T1
before you begin:

1. SEW THE COLLAR
leave open
for turning
→ If you're making a hood (T3), skip ahead to step 2.

a. Grab your collar pieces (T2). Align them with right sides facing and raw edges matching up.
b. Sew them together along the longer curved edge. Leave the edge with the center marking free
for turning the collar later.
c. Turn the collar right side out through the opening and press it so the edges look crisp.
→ Skip ahead to step 5 for attaching to the cape.
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2. SEW THE HOOD
leave
front
& neck
open
trim seam
allowance at
corner
a. Grab your hood pieces (T3). Take the two outer hood pieces and align them with right sides
facing and raw edges aligning.
b. Sew the hood together along the top and back edges. These are marked on the paper pattern
for easy identification. Leave the front edge and neck edge free.
c. Trim the excess seam allowance at the corner of the hood to reduce bulk when the hood is
turned later.
3. ALIGN THE HOOD LINING

turn right repeat with
side out lining
tuck outer fabric

into lining
a. Turn the hood (T3) right side out.

b. Repeat step 2 with your hood lining so you have a sewn outer hood and lining.
c. Tuck the outer hood into the lining. This should leave right sides facing. Align the raw front
edges of the hood. Pin the fabrics together.
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4. SEW THE HOOD LINING

sew along
front edge
sew
along
front
edge
turn right
side out
a. Sew the hood to the lining along the front edge. Leave the neck edge free.
b. The second photo shows what this might look like from the side.
c. Turn the hood right side out through the opening in the neck. Press the front edge of the hood
so it looks nice and crisp.
5. ALIGN THE COLLAR OR HOOD TO THE CAPE

align hood
align collar line up neck over outer cape
over outer cape edges of hood
→ Grab your outer fabric cape piece (T1) as well as your collar (T2) or hood (T3).
a. Take your sewn collar (T2) and line up the raw edge with the neck edge of the cape outer
fabric. For extra help, use the center markings in the center to help align the collar. Pin the
fabrics together.
b. For a hood (T3), start by spreading out the neck edge of your fabric pieces. Then line up the
outer fabric and lining so the edges match.
c. Line up the raw edge with the neck edge of your cape so the outer fabrics are facing. The hood
center seam should line up with the center circle marking. Pin the fabrics together.
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6. SEW THE COLLAR OR HOOD TO THE CAPE

a. Sew your collar (T2)
or hood (T3) to the cape sew to
sew to
outer cape
outer fabric from corner to outer cape
corner.
7. ATTACH THE LINING

a. Grab your cape lining align lining sew leave
fabric (T1). Align it over on top along neck open for
edge first turning
your outer cape so far so
right sides are facing and
the raw edges match up.
If you're using a collar
(T2), this should be fairly
simple.
b. For a hood (T3), there
will be some extra bulk. So
start by pinning the neck
a b
edge first. Sew along this
edge, but leave an opening
for turning in the center sew around
as indicated on the paper entire cape
pattern.
c. Next, align the lining with
the outer cape along the
bottom. Tuck the hood
inside and pin the fabrics line up
bottom edge
c d
together.
d. Sew around the bottom
edge of the cape to finish
the seam.
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8. TURN THE CAPE RIGHT SIDE OUT

turn right turn right
trim seam side out side out
allowance at
corners
a. Trim the excess seam allowance at the corner to reduce bulk for when the cape is turned later.
b. Turn the cape right side out through the opening you left in the neck.
Define the corners with a chopstick or similar turning tool. Press the edge of the capelet so
everything looks crisp and neat.
9. CLOSE UP THE CAPE

a. Find the opening you left
ladder
in the neck of the cape, in stitch closed
the lining area.
b. Turn under the seam
allowance in the opening
you left in the neck, and
ladder stitch it to the cape
lining to close it up. tuck in seam
allowance at neck
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10. ATTACH THE CLOSURE

sew through each
add hole in snap
test snaps at
fit onto corner
plush
a. Test dressing the cape onto your bird. Overlap the front corners to find where it fits best. The
paper pattern has snap placement guides for help, so that's a good place to start. Mark where
the corners overlap.
b. Align the sew-in snaps over the placement guides to secure the capelet at the neck.
c. Attach the ball end of the snap on the lining half of the cape piece, Use heavy duty thread if
you have it, or double over your current thread. Stitch through each hole on the snap 2-3 times
for a strong hold.
Attach the socket end of your snap on the other side of the cape on the outer side of the fabric.
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plague bird plush 18 sewing the hat
the hat
The iconic plague doctor look includes a flat cap. If you opted for a hooded cape in the
last project, then you won't need a hat. But if you have a collared cape, this perfectly
finishes the look. As a fun switch-up, this also includes an option for a witch hat, which
has a similar construction.
difficulty: skills used:

• sewing curved pieces
This project has a lot of curved sewing, so suggested fabrics:
make sure to clip your seam allowances • Soft, medium-weight, textured fabrics
whenever you have trouble getting pieces give a nice look to the finished hat.
to line up, it can make all the difference. Corduroy and thin fleece would be
materials & notions: good choices. Stretch fabrics are
helpful but not absolutely necessary.
• ¼ yd. of fabric • Interfacing is recommended so the
• optional ¼ yd. of lightweight fusible hat keeps its shape better when
interfacing finished. But if you're using a fabric
that's already a little stiff, you'll be
fine without it.
WITCH
HAT
VERSION:
pointed
crown with FLAT CAP
(optional) VERSION:
bend minky
outside
fusible interfacing
inside (to keep shape)
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hat templates on pg. 6-10
FLAT CAP VERSION: WITCH HAT VERSION:
main fabric main fabric

V2
¼ yd.; 9” long
¼ yd.; 9” long
V3 V3 W2 W2
g r a in
g r a in
V1 W1
fusible interfacing fusible interfacing

¼ yd.; 9” long
¼ yd.; 9” long
V3 V2 W2
V1 W1
before you begin:

1. APPLY THE INTERFACING

a. If you're using interfacing for your hat, take this opportunity
to fuse it now. fuse interfacing to
Align the adhesive side of the interfacing over the wrong wrong side of fabric
side of the fabric for each of your corresponding hat pieces.
Fuse it to the fabric following the manufacturer's directions.
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2. SEW THE HAT SIDE

→ Steps 2-3 are for the
flat hat (V). Skip sew along
ahead to step 4 for straight edges
the witch hat (W).
a. Grab your side piece (V2).
Fold it in half with right
sides facing so the straight
edges match up.
b. Sew the side pieces
together along the straight
edges to make a ring.
3. ATTACH THE HAT TOP

align single
notches sew
around
crown
top
align single
notches with seam
a. Grab your top piece (V1). Align the larger opening of the
sides (V2) around the crown top. For extra help with tip:
alignment, match up the single notches as you pin the
If your crown sides have
fabrics. trouble stretching to fit around
b. Sew the crown sides to the top all the way around. the top, make small clips into
the seam allowance to give it
c. Turn the crown right side out when complete. more stretch.
→ Skip ahead to step 6 for the brim.
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4. SEW THE WITCH HAT DARTS

fold along repeat for
point of dart both darts
sew
down to
fold
a. Grab your crown piece (W1). Note the large wedges taken out of the sides. These are darts.
To sew them, start by folding your fabric with right sides facing along the point of the dart.
This should match up the slanted lines.
b. Sew from the opening of the dart into the fold of the fabric.
c. Repeat for both darts for two total.
5. SEW THE HAT CROWN

fold trim seam
along allowance
point of
hat
sew up
to point
a. Fold the entire crown piece (W1) in half with right sides facing. This should match up the
edges with darts. Line up the raw edges and pin the fabric in place.
b. Sew along this edge of the hat. Start at the opening and work your way to the point of the hat.
c. Trim the excess seam allowance around the seam to reduce bulk and make the hat easier to
turn.
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6. SEW THE HAT BRIM

stitch around outer
circle of brim
a. Grab your brim pieces (V3 or W2). Align them with right sides facing and raw edges matching
up.
b. Sew the brim pieces together around the outer edge.
c. When complete, turn it right side out through the opening in the center. Press the outer seam
so it looks crisp.
7. ALIGN THE HAT BRIM

flat hat: witch hat:
align double
notches align double
notches align double
notches
a. Grab your crown piece from before. The opening of your crown will be joined to the inner
circle of the hat brim (V2 or W3).
b. Start by visually lining up your crown and hat brim as shown. You'll notice that there are
double notches on both the crown and hat brim to help with alignment.
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8. PIN THE HAT BRIM

a. Line up just the double pin double
notches on the crown notches pin double
notches
(V1 or W1) and hat
brim (V3 or W2) so right
sides are facing. Pin the
layers together.
b. The other set of notches
will line up with the seam
on the crown (W1) or
hat side (V2). Pin those
together.
a b
Fold the brim fabric down
to get the edges to match pin seam to pin seam to
other notches other notches
up. Then pin the rest
of the brim around the
crown.
c d
9. ATTACH THE HAT BRIM

sew inner
circle of brim
a. Sew the crown to the brim all around the

edge. You can now dress it on your bird to
complete!
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plague bird plush 24 sewing the lantern
the lanter n
This lantern is the perfect accessory to finish off the look of your bird! It has a squarish
shape with a narrow bottom and wider, domed top. A ribbon is sewn into the top for
attaching to your bird, and applique panels serve as the lit windows.
difficulty: skills used:

• sewing curved pieces
• top stitching
The goal of this project is to look geometric, so • ladder stitch
getting precise corners is important. Take your
time lining everything up before sewing your suggested fabrics:
seams. • Light to medium weight fabrics
materials & notions: would work well for this. Stretchy
plush fabrics result in a slightly
• ⅛ yd of fabric for lantern rounded look. If you'd prefer to
• about 4" of narrow ribbon (about ⅛"-¼" avoid that, you can use fusible
wide) interfacing, or use a non-stretch
• 3" x 5" of applique fabric for light panels fabric.
• 3" x 5" of light or heavy duty fusible web
ribbon for
handle
applique slightly
light domed top
panels
top stitched
upper &
lower ridge
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lantern templates on pg. 31-32
main fabric
⅛ yd.
U2
U1 U1 U1 U1
g r a in
U3 U2
23” wide
before you begin:

1. APPLIQUE THE LIGHT PANELS

a. Grab your lantern
side pieces (U1). applique light panels
Applique the light panels
to the middle of each of
these pieces. Follow the
applique instructions from
steps 1-2 of the original
bird plush pattern.
Trace 4 of the light panels
onto fusible web and fuse
the adhesive to the wrong
side of the applique fabric.
Cut out the pieces, remove
the paper backing, and
fuse them to the right
side of your main fabric as
shown here.
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2. SEW THE SIDES

sew along
one side only
leave open
for turning
a. Grab two of your lantern side pieces (U1) and align them with right sides facing and the
raw edges matching up.
b. Sew the two pieces along one of the side edges. This is the edge that cuts in at a steep angle at
the top and bottom. Trim the excess seam allowance at the corner to help reduce bulk.
c. Repeat this with your remaining two side pieces, but this time leave an opening for turning as
indicated on the paper pattern. This should leave you with two halves of the lantern.
3. FINISH THE SIDES

a. Take your two lantern
align both create a ring of
halves and align them halves side pieces
with right sides facing and
the raw edges matching
up.
b. Sew the lantern halves
together along each side,
similar to step 2. This
should create a ring shape
with the four lantern
sides.
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4. BASTE THE RIBBON

extend knots
line up beyond top piece
along top
tie knots on
each end
a. Grab your ribbon piece. Take the time to tie a knot on each end of the ribbon. This will help
prevent it from unraveling during use.
b. Grab one of your top pieces (U2). If you haven't already, note the ribbon placement lines
found on the paper pattern for the top. Take your two knotted ends of the ribbon and align
them over these placement lines. Make sure the knots are extending past the fabric.
c. Baste the ribbon to the top edge of the fabric to hold it in place for the next step.
5. SEW THE TOP

sew along top edge ribbon is
secured inside
a. Grab your other top piece (U2) and align it over the current one so right sides are facing and
the raw edges match up. This should sandwich the ribbon between the layers.
b. Sew the top pieces together along the top edge where the ribbon was attached.
c. Open up the pieces and the ribbon should be secured inside.
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6. ATTACH THE TOP

sew around square
align sides to
top piece
pivot at corners
a. Grab your side pieces from before (U1) as well as your top pieces (U2). Take the wider end
of your lantern and align it over the top piece so the corners match up. Pin the fabrics together.
b. Sew the lantern top to the sides around the straight edges. Be sure to pivot at the corners to
try and make a clean square shape. The second photo shows what this might look like from
the top.
c. And the third photo shows what this might look like from the side.
7. ATTACH THE BOTTOM

align sides sew around square
opening for
bottom with bottom
a. Flip over your lantern and there should be an opening left for the bottom (U3).
b. Grab your bottom piece and align it with the lantern sides similar to the top. Match up
the corners and the sides.
c. Sew the bottom piece to the lantern sides all around each edge. Be sure to pivot at the corners
for a clear square shape.
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8. TRIM & TURN

a. Trim the excess seam
trim seam
allowance at the corners allowance at corners
to reduce bulk for when
the piece is turned later.
b. Turn the lantern right turn
right side
side out through the out
opening you left in the
side. Define the corners
with a chopstick or similar
turning tool so they look
very crisp.
9. TOP STITCH THE EDGES

flatten side top: sew ⅜" in bottom: sew ¼"
and top at edge from edge in from edge
a. To create the ridges on the top and bottom of the lantern, the top and bottom edges are
pinched and top stitched.
Start with the top edge. Flatten out one side of the square so the top and side pieces are
flattened together. We're going to top stitch about ⅜" in from the fold.
b. Top stitch entirely around the top of the lantern, about ⅜" in from the fold. This should create
a square.
c. Repeat the same process with the bottom of the lantern, but only top stitch about ¼" in from
the fold.
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10. STUFF & CLOSE

stuff semi-firmly
ladder
stitch
ridges closed
along
top and
bottom
a. When the top stitching is complete, you should have a square of stitching along the top and
bottom, creating ridges.
b. Stuff the lantern semi-firmly with stuffing. Mostly focus on the corners so the lantern achieves
a nice geometric shape.
c. Ladder stitch the opening closed that you left in the side.
11. ATTACH TO THE BIRD

a. Now you can attach the
or attach
lantern to your bird! One attach to to wing
option would be to secure beak
it to the beak so it looks
like it's being held.
b. Another option would be
to attach it to the tip of its
open wing.
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pg. 1/10
TEST SQUARE
2”
N
lan
AI
measure this square to
 tern
GR
be sure you’ve printed
at the proper
Cu
¼” t 2
se of m
U2 
proportions am a
all in f
ow ab
an ric
ce
top stitching
lantern

G RA I N
U3
Cut 1 of main
fabric
¼” seam
allowance
11 11
top stitching

 
R 
Cut 1 of
mask fabric S
¼” seam
allowance
¼” sea main fabric

ance
N AP
m allow

Q f
Cut 2 o
Cut 2 of mask fabric

¼” seam allowance
12
NA P
NA P
S T RET CH
STRETC H
12 11
11
pg. 2/10
 
applique
lantern Trace/cut 2 from black

U1
Cut 4 of main fabric
¼” seam allowance 
openin
applique
Trace/cut 2
g for tu
from accent
GRAIN
color
rning
 
applique
Trace/cut 2 from white
 
 applique
applique Trace/cut 4 each
Trace/cut 4 from   from white
light yellow or applique
white Trace/cut 2 each
from gray

applique
Trace/cut 2 each
from
accent color
 
applique
Trace/cut 2 from
black  
applique
Trace/cut 1 each
from black


applique
Trace/cut 2
from red
pg. 3/10
 

(T2)
snap
placement
 


(T3
plague
)
bir d
sewing pattern hack

T1 center p
oint
Cut 1 of main fabric openi
ng for
turning
Cut 1 of lining fabric
D1 D2
10 pg. 4/10
 (T2)



snap
 (T3) placement
D3 D4

G R AI N


G R AI N
front edge
int
D1 D2
n
10 pg. 5/10
ance
a llow abric
eam in f
¼” s of ma
2
Cut
T2


t
poin
er
ent
c
D3 D4 GR
to
p A
ed IN
ge
plague
bir d
sewing pattern hack

T3
Cut 2 of lining fabric
ge
ed
ck
ba
ge
neck ed
pg. 6/10
cut here for a non-bent hat

dart
hat
bent
non-
or a
N
ere f
dart
I
e
A
cut h
GR
gu k
a drn hac
pl i ratte t
b p
g ha 
in tch
wi 
w
se ic
 1 br
fa nce
W ain a
m low
of al
t 1 am
Cu ” se
¼
pg. 7/10
witch hat

W2
G R AI N
Cut 2 of main
fabric
¼” seam
allowance
pg. 8/10
N I
RA G
E1 E2
10 pg. 9/10
t t o p hat
fla 
Vm1ain fabric
of ce
Cut 1 m allowan
a
¼” se
E1 E2
plague
bir d
sewing pattern hack
flat top hat
GR A IN

V2
pg. 10/10
flat top
hat

G R AI N
V3
Cut 2 of main
fabric
¼” seam
allowance

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Here's how this pattern hack works:

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letter piece letter piece letter piece

mask: lantern: cape:

witch hat: flat hat:

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assembl ing patter n

1. print the test 2. measure the test 3. collect the pages

4. trim the margins 5. tape the pages 6. cut the pieces

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This change doesn't add any long

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fabric mask fabric

½ yd.; 18” long

before you begin:

1. SEW THE EYE APPLIQUE

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2. ATTACH THE MASK TO THE BOTTOM

bottom edges of the mask

sides of the bottom. You'll

numbered markings for

this edge. For best results, 11

3. ALIGN THE SIDE PIECES

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4. ATTACH THE SIDE PIECES

5. SEW THE TOP

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6. ATTACH THE HEAD BACK

turn right leave open

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difficulty: suggested fabrics:

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fabric cutting layout:

HOOD VERSION: COLLAR VERSION:

outer fabric outer fabric

30” wide 26” wide

before you begin:

1. SEW THE COLLAR

→ If you're making a hood (T3), skip ahead to step 2.

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2. SEW THE HOOD

3. ALIGN THE HOOD LINING

tuck outer fabric

a. Turn the hood (T3) right side out.

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4. SEW THE HOOD LINING

5. ALIGN THE COLLAR OR HOOD TO THE CAPE

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6. SEW THE COLLAR OR HOOD TO THE CAPE

7. ATTACH THE LINING

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8. TURN THE CAPE RIGHT SIDE OUT

9. CLOSE UP THE CAPE

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10. ATTACH THE CLOSURE

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difficulty: skills used: