Hello RUNABOUT TOY makers,
Here are some video tutorials to supplement the patterns.
Happy sewing!
How to sand the dowel
How to beeswax the dowel
Note: Apply virgin coconut oil the same way.
How to mark the base
How to put the base on the dowel
How to put the pouch on the dowel
How to split embroidery floss
How to stick up the head
(I'm demonstrating on the classic horse but the method is the same for the runabout toys)
How to sew the base to the head
How to tie whiskers on a soft toy
Note: I'm using extra strong thread.
(I'm demonstrating 2 knots but you can tie 3 to make the whiskers even more secure.)