Pluimstaart Family – Squirrel Sewing Pattern PDF in Four Sizes, with Miniature Clothing (Dutch)

The Pluimstaart Family – Squirrels in Four Sizes, with Mini Clothes

Meet the Pluimstaart Family! In this pattern booklet, you’ll find everything you need to sew an entire squirrel family: the Big Pluimstaart (12 cm), the Little Pluimstaart (10 cm), the Mini Pluimstaart (7.5 cm), and the tiny Baby Pluimstaart (5.5 cm). And, of course, the family also gets its own wardrobe!

Everything in One Booklet

This is the complete pattern booklet for all four squirrels. All the patterns and full sewing instructions for the Big, Little, Mini, and Baby Pluimstaart are now together in one booklet, along with the clothing patterns. You no longer need any other booklet to get started.

This booklet replaces the previous expansion Little, Mini, and Baby Squirrel with Clothes and the bundle containing both booklets. Everything that was in them can now be found in this single booklet. The pattern booklet Cute Little Squirrel and Hedgehog remains available separately. In that one, you’ll find the pattern for the large squirrel and the hedgehog. The Big Pluimstaart’s (large squirrel) clothes also fit the hedgehog.

Step-by-Step, with Photos
Each step includes clear instructions and photos. You’ll learn how to transfer the pattern pieces, sew the body with its shaped seams, the arms, legs, and ears, and turn and stuff the squirrels. It also explains how to attach the arms and legs in two different ways, secure the tail, and embroider a face.

You can sew the squirrels and their little clothes by hand or on a sewing machine. It’s also fun to make together with a child: start simply and gradually build up. Perfection is not necessary!

What’s in This Booklet?

✽ Patterns and full sewing instructions for all four squirrels: Big, Little, Mini, and Baby Pluimstaart.

✽ Patterns and instructions for mini clothes: a romper, a dress and skirt, trousers, a dress and shirt (which can also be made into a sweater with long or short sleeves), and a cowl neck scarf. The trousers are for the Big, Little, and Mini Pluimstaart. All the other clothing items are available for all four sizes.

✽ Ideas for variation and decoration: from a cardigan and pajamas to a princess dress.

✽ Extras: magnets in the hands so the squirrels can ‘hold hands’, and a pacifier for the Baby Pluimstaart.

✽ A size chart and cutting overview. You can also use the size chart to check if the clothes fit other handmade mini animals.

The stated dimensions of the squirrels are measured without the ears.

What Fabrics Do You Need?

For the squirrels
You can use fabrics such as cotton, a linen blend, flannel, or velvet, weighing approximately 160–180 g/m². Choose a fabric that does not fray too much. 100% linen can also be used, as long as it is not too coarsely woven. 33 × 66 cm is more than enough for all four squirrels together. You can use faux fur for the tail, but a ‘regular’ fabric will also work.

For the mini clothes
Many fabrics are suitable for mini clothes, such as jersey, cotton, velour, felt, and muslin. The sewing instructions always state which fabrics are suitable for each garment.

Tip: upcycle! Use what you already have. An old T-shirt makes ideal jersey for a romper, a sock can become a cowl neck scarf, and a thin denim shirt can be turned into cool denim overalls. The booklet is full of ideas like this.

Get Started Right Away with Your Pluimstaart Family!

This is a digital pattern booklet in PDF format. After placing your order, you will automatically receive it by email so you can get started right away (also check your spam folder).

This pattern is intended solely for personal, non-commercial use. Sharing or reselling the pattern, instructions, photos, or finished squirrels is not permitted without written permission.

Have you made your Pluimstaart Family? I would love to see your photos!

-xxx- Carolien, Skattich