Pattern Description:
This pattern creates a charming Paddington-inspired teddy bear, approximately 10-12 inches tall when stuffed.
It features a classic teddy bear body, articulated arms and legs, and a distinctive red hat paired with a duffle-style coat.
Ideal for sewists of all levels, the design combines simple assembly with charming details for a timeless, storybook-inspired toy.
Materials Needed & Measurements:
Materials:
- For the Bear
- Fabric: Medium-weight cloth such as cotton or felt (enough for the body parts).
- Thread: Matching sewing thread.
- Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or similar toy stuffing.
- Tools:
- Scissors
- Pins or clips
- Sewing machine or hand needle
- Fabric marker/pencil for tracing
- Optional: Embroidery thread (for stitching a mouth or details) and safety eyes/buttons if you don’t want to embroider eyes.
- For the Hat
- Fabric: Red craft felt (or a firm red cotton).
- Thread: Red thread to match the hat fabric.
- Tools: Scissors, pins, and needle/sewing machine.
Measurements:
- Finished Bear Height: Approximately 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) tall once stuffed, depending on fabric thickness and seam allowance.
- Pattern Printing: Print the Firefighter Bear pattern at 100% scale (A4 or US letter size). Do not resize or shrink.
- Pieces to Cut (Bear):
- Head pieces: 2 (front and back)
- Ears: 2 (cut in pairs)
- Body front: 1
- Body back: 1
- Arms: 4 (2 pairs)
- Legs: 4 (2 pairs)
- Hat Pieces: Based on Chelly’s Ever After High “Saucy Hat” pattern — usually includes a circular crown and a brim piece (quantities vary depending on the template).
Instructions for Making the Paddington Style Bear with Coat & Hat Pattern:
Cut Out the Pattern Pieces
- Bear: Use the Firefighter Bear pattern (pants omitted). Cut body, head, arms, legs, and ear pieces as indicated.
- Hat: Use the Ever After High “Saucy Hat” pattern (shared on ChellyWood’s site). Cut a circular crown and a brim.
- Coat: Use the Firefighter Bear’s jacket pattern. Cut the coat body, sleeves, and collar from wool felt or similar fabric.
Sew the Bear’s Body
- Place body front and back pieces together, right sides facing.
- Stitch along the edges, leaving an opening at the crotch seam.
- Clip the curved seams carefully to allow smoother turning.
- Turn the body right side out.
Assemble the Head and Face
- Sew the head pieces along the center seam.
- Lightly stuff the muzzle to shape the face.
- Prepare and attach ears by sewing two pieces together, turning them out, and securing them at the top of the head.
- Embroider or stitch the nose and mouth. Attach safety eyes or embroider eyes if preferred.
Make Arms and Legs
- Sew each arm and leg pair together, leaving the tops open.
- Attach rounded soles to the feet before turning.
- Turn right side out and stuff firmly, but don’t overfill.
- Insert the arms and legs into the body openings and stitch securely in place.
Join the Head to the Body
- Position the stuffed head at the top of the body.
- Attach with ladder stitch or a small machine stitch.
- Fill the body cavity with stuffing before fully closing.
- Close the back seam with invisible stitches.
Sew the Paddington-Style Hat
- Join the crown and brim pieces of the hat pattern.
- Stitch the brim to the crown, making sure seams are even.
- Use red felt for a structured look, or red cotton for a softer style.
- Place the hat snugly on the bear’s head.
Construct the Coat
- Stitch coat body and sleeves according to the pattern.
- Add the collar and hem the edges neatly.
- Sew toggles or small buttons down the front for Paddington’s classic duffle look.
- Slide the coat onto your bear once finished.
Add Finishing Touches
- Tie a ribbon or attach a small felt tag to complete the Paddington aesthetic.
- Smooth the seams and adjust stuffing as needed.
- Position the hat slightly tilted for charm.
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