◢ How to: Elephant trunk sweater

So, I’m guessing you’re wondering where you can buy something like this right? Well, originally, it was from this site that had this sweater which is currently sold-out & it’s for younger kids :\ so there’s no adult sizes whatsoever. There’s also this site that sells these sweater: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CreativeCallipipper. However, it’s a bit expensive, but if you wish, you can buy it.

For those who just want that sweater and willing to make it, well then HERE YA GO :D, a tutorial on how to make an elephant trunk sweater. (Warning: This tut may suck considering how it won’t end up exactly like the picture xD.)

Now, this tutorial would require you to have prior knowledge of sewing or at least have someone that knows how to sew. This would cost you at least $20 or less, depending on what type of materials you used.

Inspiration:

The tools you’ll need:

A box of pins.

A needle.

2 sweaters of the same size and brand. (I chose maroon & grey.)

Black/White threads.

Black & white paint.

A fabric scissor.

Fabric pencil (Use a washout pencil.)

A newspaper or something that can be used as a template.

Tape.

Time LOL.

Step 1: The sweater.

You’ll want two sweaters of the same brand & size. It’s a good idea to get something cheap. It can be any color but the top layer of the sweater should be gray.

Step 2: The elephant template.

What’s next? Tracing the elephant. Now, it’ll be tricky so make sure the template is just right. Make sure the “trunk” connects to the sleve of the sweatshirt! I used the original picture & traced it over a newspaper but you can used any other material to trace on or draw.

Step 3: Outline.

Now, align the template so that it’ll connect to the sleeve & tape the template onto the grey sweater. TRACE it with a fabric pencil that can be easily washed out with water. Be prepared to make some adjustments if the outline of the elephant doesn’t look right.

Step 4: Cutting the shape of the elephant.

Once you’re done tracing/drawing the elephant shape, cut the fabric with the fabric scissors and stop when you’re near to the sleeves. Once you’re done with that, flip the fabric over and cut the seams near the sleeves. Don’t cut off the “trunk” >_>.

Step 5: The elephant.

Congrats, you’re halfway done! Hopefully your elephant layer looks a bit like this :o.

Step 6: The main sweater.

Now, cut off the sleeve completely of the maroon sweater, leaving at least 2-4in. Make sure if the the sweater looks exactly the way you want it to be. I’ve also marked the areas where you should carefully align it & sew it to the seams later on.

Step 7: Aligning the layer.

Now here’s how I did this little step, I put the elephant template inside the sweater when it’s pulled inside-out. Align it exactly to the seams :o. Once you’re done, pin it so you’ll won’t get lost on where to sew.

Step 8: IT’S SEWING TIME.

Start sewing! I used black threads aha. You can either sew it by hand or use a sewing machine, whichever’s easier. Once you’re done with the seams, pin the elephant & once the whole area looks good to you, sew the shape of the elephant.

Step 9: Almost done!

WOOT. You’re nearly done! But the next step is to well, paint the eye & other details. I just painted the eye instead of adding a tail and the shadow of the ear. To me, I thought it looked better without it so it’s really up to you if you want to paint in those details. I used acyclic paint for the eye, you can also use fabric paint. If you don’t want to use paint, you can use black fleece/fabric instead.

Final Result: