This idea started way back when I did the reversible dragons and unicorns. The reversible nature limited the shapes I could do, but if the pouch and plush are separate that means I can make all kinds of fun animals and pouches! And as a bonus I figure these would make fun holiday gifts since they come in their own wrapping!
The idea itself is open for loads of future possibilities (Pokeballs, anyone?) But I had to start somewhere, so I thought I’d stick with the classic dragon and unicorn, as well as some other animals that come from eggs, including a lizard, axolotl, and platypus. Meanwhile the egg pouch is joined by a strawberry and mushroom.
The animals have squishy beanie bodies that are filled with poly pellets. That not only gives them a nice weight and feel, but makes them nice and squishy for stuffing into the pouches! The pouches are fully lined zipper pouches that unzip all the way around the shape with a hinge in the back.
As usual, the pattern comes with applique templates for the different eyes and body markings. Buf if you have an embroidery machine, you can buy the embroidery files separately. I hope you’ll give it a look, and I hope they inspire some fun holiday surprises!