If you’ve been dreaming of creating a charming little hippo in classic teddy style, this teddy hippo sewing pattern is the perfect place to start. It’s a simple, heartwarming project suitable for both beginners and experienced teddy makers, with soft shapes, a cozy silhouette, and plenty of room to add your own personality to this adorable creature.
Download the Pattern
Notice that seam allowances are not included.
To download the pattern, follow the instructions below:
From a phone or tablet: There should be a similar option for mobile devices with Android or iOS. Click on the image. Save it by holding your finger on the image and selecting the “Save Image” option. Then, go to your photo gallery and print it (an option available).
From a computer: Click on the photo of the pattern you see below. In the new tab that will open, you press the right mouse button and select the “Save image as …” option. Then, you choose where the image will be saved on your computer.
The List of Materials
1. A piece of faux fur for miniature teddies, approximately 21×27 cm.
2. Strong threads, the same color as your plush fabric, and a needle for hand sewing.
3. Scissors.
4. A pair of glass eyes – 14 mm in diameter.
5. Discs: for the head, 15 mm – 2 pieces, for the hands, 12 mm – 4 pieces, for the legs, 18 mm – 4 pieces.
6. Washers – 10 pieces.
7. T-shaped cotter pins – 5 pieces.
8. Synthetic filler.
9. Metal or glass pellets for the weight (small diameter).
10. A small piece of fabric for the ears and legs.
11. A small piece of felt for the eyelids.
12. Glue UHU.
13. Orange, pink, brown, and black oil paints.
14. Brushes.
15. A ribbon.
16. A charm.
17. A long needle (10 cm).
18. Pliers.
19. An awl.
Check out the stuffed hippo making tutorial, where you can learn how to make jointed limbs and its head, create a face design, and arrange the pattern pieces for an economical plush fabric cut.
Before You Go
If you’re ready to dive into a charming new project, this teddy hippo sewing pattern is a sweet way to spark your creativity and add something unique to your collection. It’s easy to customize, fun to sew, and perfect whether you’re making a gift or adding a new character to your own teddy family. Give it a try, you might fall in love with your new handmade hippo!
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Wow, this is such a fantastic blog post! I absolutely love the idea of creating a cute jointed hippo toy using the free teddy hippo sewing pattern. The list of required materials is really helpful and makes it easy to gather everything I need. I appreciate the step-by-step instructions on how to download the pattern, especially the tips for different devices. It’s great to know that there are other free teddy bear and stuffed animal patterns available too. Thank you for sharing this wonderful resource! I do have a question though – do you have any tips for beginners who are new to sewing toys?
Hi! You are welcome! Yes, I do have some guides for beginners. Please check these articles
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Wow, I love this, this is sooo cute! I can’t wait to start sewing this! Can I ask you though where I could find a piece of faux fur for miniature teddies please? Do I need to go to a store, or can I find some online? Also, my little niece is also crazy about elephants besides hippos, can I find a pattern for this as well? thanks!
Thank you! The faux fur you can find online on Etsy or in some online shops which sell supplies for teddy bear makers. There are a lot of them in Europe, the USA, Australia, etc.
The teddy elephant pattern is here https://teddybearart.com/eleph…
Enjoy your sewing!
Hello Hanna! This looks like a very unique and beautiful hippo! What a nice craft idea to make with the kids. I love the fact that you could download the pattern and use this activity to promote family time (and save money on toys too!). I like the fact that your post starts defining what is a hippo and showing a picture of the completed teddy hippo. This makes the post interesting since the beginning, it is not only a pattern with a list of materials.
How did you learn this fascinating craft?
Hello Karidsa!
Happy that you like my article and the pattern. Thank you for your kind words!
I started making teddy toys more than 10 years ago as a hobby and then it became my job. Teddy bears and other teddy animals are very popular among collectors all over the world. Now I am trying to be helpful to other people to turn their teddy bear-making hobby into a job.