how to make a chipmunk softie : {from recycled glove}

Miyako Kanamori turns lonely, single gloves to beautiful cozy companions. Try making this adorable chipmunk softie from recycled glove and then start your very own collection of recycled glove critters. Makes wonderful play toys for your child or as unique gifts. Follow the complete instructions here or see picture below for a quick tutorial.

More of Miyako Kanamori’s charming glove friends here. Happy making, Happy weekend!

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22 Responses to “how to make a chipmunk softie : {from recycled glove}”

  1. regina Says:

    What a cute idea. Thank you for the awesome tut and inspiration!!! HUGS

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  4. Jeau Says:

    adorable! I’ve linked to this post on my blog.
    http://jolifetoday.wordpress.com/2011/09/07/10-bits-of-awesomeness-diy-wishlist/

  5. Emilie Says:

    LOVE this!!!

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  7. grace Says:

    i have a bear almost exactly like this, and im trying to do the same for my niece! but i just cant get the head. any tips?

  8. Kath Says:

    Hi Grace,
    Try folding the back of the head in the following manner:
    left, right, bottom, then top and sew shut.

    Hope that helps :)

  9. Karen Says:

    I just saw this on Pinterest and had to repin it. I can’t wait to get a glove and give it a try for myself… so cute! I love the pictoral tutorial presentation as well. Thank you for posting. :-)

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  13. nadiart{design} Says:

    Je vais faire des petits écureuils avec les gants perdus de ma fille de cet hiver ! Après le ménage du printemps, merci pour la fantastique idée ! ?

  14. Karoline Says:

    WOW. That is just amazing! I have been holding on to a pair of lsightly damaged merino wool gloves for years now just waiting to make something with them – this is perfect! Thank you for sharing! x xx

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  21. annelikokulum Says:

    I want to make this it is looking easy.My daughter likes this.thanks.

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