To create the skin, I first created a test pattern in muslin over one of the MDF forms. Fur is too thick to create a tight pattern with inside out. This is where the directionality of the fur's grain is decided. The final pattern consists of two pieces, one for each side of the head with fur growing out and down from the middle. There are also short seams above the eyes to make the fabric fit the cranium. I also left extra fabric around the jaw to allow for the mouth to open. This is recommended even if you are using stretchable fur. Always cut fur from the backside with a razor blade. This will ensure you only cut the backing and not the fur itself, which will give an unnatural barber-cut look.

The completed pelt is attached to the plastic form by stitching through many small holes drilled through the plastic. Contact cement is an option but does not allow for easy removal of the fur (mistakes happen). The most important place to attach the fur is around the corners of the eyes and the edges of the plastic form. I also stitched it at a few other points to bring-out the shape of the brow and the jowls.