SueBee77

Technically this is not a question about quilting. I am making stuffed animals for Great Granddsughters for christmas . I have some beautiful polar fleece .. I do know it has a big stretch.. don't want to ruin the fabric... pros and cons please..

Tartan

Polar fleece would make a cuddly animal but I would make a small sample square and stuff it with polyester fibre fill. This will give you an idea how much fill would be needed and how much it will stretch.

Debbie Ness

Years ago, I made stuffed bears. I used fleece. In order to keep the bear from stretching out, I used two layers. The inside layer I used plain cotton. The cotton kept the fleece from stretching. Problem solved!

SueBee77

Good idea,Thank going to do that.

SueBee77

Than, you Debbie. Would not have thought to line it. Going to try it and see.

toverly

I recently put fleece as a backing for a quilt. I used French Fuse, a tricot interfacing, to help control the stretch. Worked like a charm. The stretch of the stabilizer is ironed opposite to the stretch of the fleece. It's so light, it can't be felt once in a quilt. I think it might work for a stuffed animal the same. Just test the fleece to make certain it won't melt. Some do.

SueBee77

Thank you..gonna try it that way.

bjgallent

I made a small stuffed bunny using fleece. Worked out fine. I used polyester fiber fill. Your granddaughters will be thrilled with anything you make.

SueBee77

I Thank every one for their suggestions... All were very helpful.