{"product_id":"elsie-the-elephant","title":"Elsie the Elephant Cushion","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eElsie\u003c\/span\u003e from our Appliqit range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppliqit is our playful take on appliqué: a simple cut-and-stick fabric craft that lets you build your own colourful animal from layers of cotton fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink of it as a fabric jigsaw. Using the templates provided, you apply Bondaweb to the fabric, cut out each shape, arrange the pieces to create your animal and then iron everything into place. There is no complicated sewing or specialist technique involved, making Appliqit an accessible craft project for beginners as well as more experienced makers looking for something a little different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach kit contains everything you need for the appliqué itself, with pre-selected cotton fabrics, Bondaweb, full-size templates and step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach Appliqit kit contains:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA selection of cotton fabrics for your chosen design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBondaweb iron-on adhesive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-size cutting templates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step printed instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread and needles where required for the finished project (cushions and stockings)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat else will I need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will need a pair of sharp scissors, a pencil and an iron and ironing board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on the project, you may also need the item you would like to appliqué your finished design onto, such as a cushion pad or backing fabric. You can add these in the purchase process. We also offer a finishing service for UK customers for our cushions and stockings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow difficult is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppliqit has been designed to be straightforward and accessible, even if you have never tried appliqué before. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe process is predominantly tracing, cutting, arranging and ironing, so you do not need any previous sewing or embroidery experience. The trickiest part is simply taking your time when cutting around some of the smaller shapes!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also a lovely project for adults and children to make together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the framable designs, b\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eecause the appliqué pieces are bonded rather than traditionally sewn around every edge, the process is considerably quicker and more approachable than traditional appliqué. On the stitched designs (cushions and stockings) the pieces do need to be stitched to ensure longevity. You have the choice of hand-stitching or machine stitching. This stage would need to be done by an adult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does an Appliqit take?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost Appliqits can be completed in a few hours, although the exact making time depends on the size and complexity of the design, and how leisurely you fancy being about it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmaller animals are quicker projects, while our larger cushions and stockings have more pieces and naturally take a little longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe tend to recommend allowing 2-hours for the smaller designs and 6-hours for the larger stitched designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat age is Appliqit suitable for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppliqit is designed for both grown-ups and younger makers. Children who are confident using scissors can do much of the making themselves, although \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eadult supervision and assistance with the iron is required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended age: 8+ years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor younger children, it also works particularly well as a project to make alongside an adult, with children choosing, positioning and assembling the pieces while an adult takes care of the ironing and any stitching required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do I finish my Appliqit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the projects are intended to be framed (which you will see in the product photo) whilst other projects are designed to be made into cushions or Christmas stockings. For the framable pieces, we sell a range of unpainted frames and paints which are designed to compliment the kits. For the stitchable pieces, we have videos showing how to finish the design as well as selling backing fabric and piping, or for customers in the UK, we offer a finishing service to make your applique panels in cushions or stockings. You can simply send it to us and we will finish them for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee the product table for the exact dimensions of each kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Fabled Thread","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62762998071683,"sku":"10814","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0294\/7710\/9844\/files\/Elsie-fabled-blue_16jun-24_LO-RES.jpg?v=1791448616","url":"https:\/\/checkout.thefabledthread.com\/en-us\/products\/elsie-the-elephant","provider":"The Fabled Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}