Sew a baby star – instructions with pattern
A baby star is super practical as a footmuff in a stroller. The star is also a cozy swaddle blanket for in the car or as a sleeping bag. This baby star is suitable for babies aged 10–18 months.- By the way: Click here for the baby star for babies aged 5–10 months.
Can beginners also sew the baby star?
Very well, in fact! After assembling the pattern, the actual baby star is sewn in no time! And because it is not lined, sewing it together is truly child's play!What is included in the baby star eBook?
The 42-page eBook includes:- detailed, illustrated sewing instructions
- a layout plan for the pattern
- the pattern in full size for printing
Can you also attach a fastener?
Optionally, you can attach a snap fastener or a Velcro closure. It is important to reinforce the fabric before attaching the snap, for example with a piece of interfacing or a WonderPatch.How are the sleeves of the baby star designed?
Simple – but brilliant! The sleeves have an opening that can be closed with a fold-over mitten that is sewn directly onto them. This way, little hands are always kept nice and warm and the mittens cannot get lost.
I found the soft fleece with polka dots* at Stoffe Hemmers.
What is the size of the finished baby star?
Measured from shoulder to crotch seam: 64 cm; measured from hood to foot end: 90 cm. It fits children from approx. 10–18 months.Is the pattern included in full size in the eBook?
Yes. And that is also the most time-consuming part of this sewing project: taping the pattern together. :) The pattern comes with a layout plan that makes this very easy! The front pieces are cut mirrored. If you like, you can cut it on the fabric fold and skip printing the second front piece.How is the baby star cut?
The back piece is symmetrical and can be cut on the fabric fold. The two front pieces are cut mirror-inverted.
Can you also sew the baby star without bias tape?
If you don't feel like finishing with bias tape, you can add a small seam allowance and simply fold over and hem the edges.Is the seam allowance included in the pattern?
Yes, as with most of our patterns, the seam allowance (0.7 cm) is already included.Is there a sewing video for the baby star?
Of course, Bettina from Makerist has filmed an instructional video for the baby star:How much fabric do I need for the baby star?
With a fabric width of 1.50 m, you need approx. 2 meters of fabric.What kind of fabrics can the baby star be sewn from?
The baby star can be sewn from cotton fleece, sweatshirt fabric, jersey, double-face fabrics, fleece, boiled wool, and many other stretchy materials. The beautiful red fleece with white polka dots* and the dark blue jersey bias tape* are from Stoffe Hemmers*. I also found some great organic cotton fleece* there, which I will use for my next baby star! Looking forward to it! :) But you can also sew a wonderful baby star out of these fabrics:
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For questions and suggestions, you can send me an email at any time: hilfe@sewsimple.de
Would you like to sew a baby star now too? Then quickly download the eBook and get started right away!
Click here for our baby star for babies aged 5–10 months:
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