A few years ago, I made patchwork stuffed Dachshunds for my 2 biggest girls for Christmas. It was such a delight making each one and carefully wrapping each in a gift bag, taking care to leave their snouts out so they could breathe. 🙂
Oh, that was fun.
So when my oldest daughter asked for a purple version for her 10th birthday, I was delighted to comply.
Together we picked out purple scraps. She did most of the picking, while I tried to make suggestions. She either welcomed my suggestions or firmly shut me down. (“No, mom. I said NO!) You know how that is. 🙂
To help with cutting, I let my daughter use my Sizzix Fabi machine. We used the 2 1/2” square die.
She did all the cutting! Yah!
I used this Doxie Softie pattern from Retro Mama. I followed the pattern as directed, but for the fabric I used quilted patchwork fabric. First I cut out the dachshund’s body from batting. Then I laid out my squares. Then I pieced the squares together and then quilted it to each piece of batting.
Right side:
Left side:
3 pretty ladies all in a row. From left: “Redder than Strawberries”, “Samoa”, and “Violet”.
Patchwork Dachshund parade!
I don’t think this will be the end of my patchwork dachshund making. 😉
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If you are looking for patchwork patterns, check in my shop for my fun and cute patterns, like these Narwhals, Nigel and Nina, if you please.
Oh! How! Cute! Did you use the pattern exactly? It looks so different in patchwork! My daughter and her MIL have doxies; they will love these!
Thanks!
Yes, I used the pattern exactly. I just used my quilted patchwork as the fabric for the body. First, I used the pattern to cut the dog’s body from Warm and White batting. Then I quilted my patchwork onto the dog shaped batting.
Is the pattern for sale,
I’m not a business or shop.
Just someone who enjoys seeing. My mom has doxies, her Chloe crossed the rainbow bridge. Please let me know. Thanks
Hi the pattern is for sale at Retro Mama. I think she is on Etsy. I’m sorry about your mom’s pup.
So you cut out the shape and then quilted it? I thought about quilting a large rectangle of batting with the patchwork snd then cutting it into the shape.
That works too!
Oh. My. Word. These are the cutest things EVER!!!!
Aren’t they? You probably need five.
Adorable! I love doxies!
Me too! Thanks!
I saw these on Instagram and thought they were adorable! It’s especially fun seeing all three together! They are so cute!!
Thank you! 🙂
Where do I find the pattern for the dachshund? Would Love to make the for my Granddaughters.
Have already sent my request, but here I go again. Where do I find the pattern for the dachshunds? Would Love to make them for my granddaughters. Thank You.
Hi! I’m sorry for the delay. I wasn’t getting my comment notifications.
The pattern is available at Retro Mama’s Etsy shop. Click here.
I would love to have this pattern. My two step daughter’s love and have dachshunds.
Thanks
I would love this pattern. Is it available from bryanhousequilts?
Hi there! The pattern is available at Retro Mama’s Etsy shop. Click here.
So adorable! I haven’t sewn anything 3-D yet, but these are so cute that I may need to give it a try. :]
You should! These pattern is pretty easy. It’s nearly 2-D. 🙂
Okay, so I don’t quilt yet but came across these adorable dogs!!! Love them!!! Do you think it’s possible to use patchwork fabric to make one? I’d like to make one for my grandchildren too for Valentine’s Day!!! Thanks for responding in advance!! Soooo cute!!!
Yes, you can absolutely use patchwork fabric. Have fun!
Are these available to purchase? Not the pattern. ..the completed dog.
Thanks
Not from me! Sorry!
Would love this pattern, made it about 56 yrs ago for my kids. Have lost it and would love to make them for my great grandies.