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It is advisable, however, to have some idea of the bone structure
of the creature you are going to make, as this will give your toy
an identifiable shape. Further, it is also very useful to have a
photograph or drawing in front of you while making up the
patterns and, later on, during the process of stuffing; most
important when finishing the face, positioning the eyes, ears and
nose. Also bear in mind that if you make a toy for a small child or
a baby, it is not the skill of the pattern which will attract the
attention but the colours and the feel of the toy.
Taking into consideration that one is a beginner, a horse is a good
toy to start on. Although easy to make into an elementary toy, in
later stages of development, it is by far the most difficult. To make
it well and true to shape, one will be able to learn the necessary
refinements in designing complicated patterns.