Knitting Realistic Stuffed Animals: Make a Puppy from Yarn
A course by Claire Garland , Knitting Pattern Designer
Explore creative knitting techniques to bring to life authentic-looking animal creatures and customize them using different patterns and shapes
Explore creative knitting techniques to bring to life authentic-looking animal creatures and customize them using different patterns and shapes
“Knitting is my favorite medium. It allows me a wide range of options in terms of shapes, textures, and styles.”
With needles and yarn, knitting pattern designer Claire Garland creates realistic-looking stuffed animals which she sells online and shares with over 120K followers on Instagram. She has also written and published several books on her expertise, including Magical Woodland Knits.
In this online course, Claire teaches you how to shape and sculpt furry creatures from yarn. Knit a puppy from start to finish and discover techniques that can be applied to all kinds of different animals. Ready to bring your own cuddly toys to life?
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 23 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (229)
- 7,734 students
- 21 lessons (4h 57m)
- 23 additional resources (11 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Knit your own stuffed puppy, and learn how to customize your design for different breeds.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in learning how to knit realistic-looking stuffed animals.
Requirements and materials
Previous knitting experience is required.
In terms of materials, you will need these materials as well as a few others specified by the teacher in the course:
- yarn
- single point, straight knitting needs, and a circular needle
- a crochet hook
- scissors, and paper
Reviews
A course by Claire Garland
Claire Garland is a knitting pattern designer with over 20 years of experience. She’s been making things her whole life, experimenting with embroidery, crochet, illustration, tapestry, and more, but knitting has always been her preferred medium. Her knitting career began with the creation of dolls, which she created along with their clothes, accessories, and patterns. Claire later went on to create realistic knitted animals using self-taught shaping techniques.
She sells her creations via Etsy and is passionate about photography, capturing them in real-life situations, and sharing them with over 120K followers on Instagram. She has also written and published several books, including Magical Woodland Knits.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation: Tool Kit and Stitches
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The Materials
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Yarn and Stitches 1
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Yarn and Stitches 2
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U3
Creating the Basic Puppy Head
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The Muzzle
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Forehead, Eyebrows, and Cheeks
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Nose and Jaw
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Inner Mouth and Eyes 1
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Inner Mouth and Eyes 2
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Chin and Ears 1
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Chin and Ears 2
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Chin and Ears 3
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Adapting the Basic Puppy Head Pattern
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U4
Body and Final Details
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Back, Forelegs, and Hind Legs 1
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Back, Forelegs, and Hind Legs 2
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Tail, Belly, and Inner Hind Legs 1
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Tail, Belly, and Inner Hind Legs 2
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Forelegs and Paws 1
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Forelegs and Paws 2
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Finishing the Puppy
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FP
Final project
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Knitting Realistic Stuffed Animals: Make a Puppy from Yarn
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All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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amandakavanagh88
PlusBought this course a while ago. Been too afraid to start it and ruin the wool I bought.
Began knitting the puppy a week ago, just finished the ears. I really appreciate Claire's detailed video tutorial and book illustrations. I'm not an experienced knitter, so it's all slow going. I look forward to coming home from work in the evenings to work on this.
Oh, the eyes I bought are too small and the nose is too big, but it's ok, lolo.
I really recommend this course.
jessica.leigh
PlusLovely course, thanks so much!
pascale_geulleaume
Thank you so much, Claire. I hadn't knitted in more than 30 years and when I saw your models, I really wanted to try. The fact that you accompanied with all the video's made it possible. It was fun to finalise my puppy and I learned a lot. I think your patterns are genius!
dineke007
Fantastic course! It is so good to know I can follow the pattern exactly, because it is just perfect.
lidiaa.suarez
El curso es hermoso pero lamento que la traducción no esté a la altura. Se compensa porque Claire es amorosa y responde pacientemente a las consultas a pesar de las dificultades por la diferencia idiomática.
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