Catnip Fish Toy - Next Project

credit to Martha Stewart

Tools and Materials

• Fish template
• Fabric
• Pins
• Pinking shears
• Cotton batting or wool scraps
• Piece of paper
• Catnip
• Needle and thread
• Upholstery needle and thin sturdy twine, for hanging

Catnip Toy How-To

1. Trace template onto two layers of fabric. Cut out shapes.
2. Pin right sides together, leaving 1/4-inch seam allowance. Sew seam, and leave 1 1/2-inch opening for filling.
3. Trim seams with pinking shears.
4. Turn right side out. Press seams flat.
5. Stuff with cotton batting or wool scraps until firm. Shape a piece of paper into a funnel, and use it to add 1 to 2 tablespoons of dried catnip or to fill the whole toy with catnip.
6. Hand-stitch opening closed.
7. If desired, make fishing line: Thread an upholstery needle with 30 inches of thin sturdy twine, and sew through the seam of the fish's mouth. Tie knot to secure.

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