Sew gingerbread men

Transfer the pattern and cut the fabric

First, transfer the template for the gingerbread man onto the fabric twice. Make sure you trace the outlines carefully. Then cut out both man parts from the fabric without seam allowances. This will give you two identical pieces of fabric that will be sewn together later.

Design the face

The next step is to draw the mouth and eyebrows on one of the sides of the fabric. Make sure that the colors are clearly visible and durable. Then place the wobbly eyes on the face to find the best fit Position find the optimal one. Iron the fabric paint with an iron to fix it in place. You can then sew the wobbly eyes on securely.

Sew the sewing pieces together

Now place the two pieces of fabric on top of each other. It is important that the painted sides are facing outwards. Sew them together with a zigzag stitch. The zigzag stitch is particularly helpful as it neatly neaten the edges and ensures a stable seam. Don't forget to leave a small opening - you will fill the gingerbread man through this later.

Filling the man

now fill the gingerbread man with absorbent cotton over the open area. Make sure that the man is filled evenly and not too tightly so that it remains nice and soft. Then close the remaining opening with a zigzag stitch.

Decorate

Finally, add some festive sparkle! Decorate your gingerbread man with ribbon and a small bell. You can either tie the bell together with the ribbons or attach it separately using a yarn .

And your adorable gingerbread man is ready! This handmade decoration will attract everyone's attention and is guaranteed to bring the Christmas spirit into your home.

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