Teddy Bear Nose Replacement

Introducción

Over time, a teddy bear’s nose can become worn down. It may fall out or even be chewed off by pets. This guide explains how to replace a teddy bear’s nose when it is damaged or missing. To complete this fix, you have to know how to hand-sew a whip stitch (How to Sew a Whip Stitch).

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Paso 1 Nose

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Rip out about five inches of stitches from around the bear's snout.

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Paso 2

Remove stuffing from around the bear's snout.

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Paso 3

Flip the fabric of the snout inside out to expose the back of the plastic nose.

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Paso 4

Remove the plastic backing of the teddy bear's nose (if it's still there). You may have to use pliers.

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Paso 5

Pull the nose out of the front of the teddy bear’s face.

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Paso 6

Push the front of the new nose through the existing hole in the teddy bear’s face.

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Paso 7

Attach the nose backing on the inside of the teddy bear’s nose.

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Paso 8

Restuff the teddy bear’s nose with the stuffing you took out.
You may need to add more stuffing if the bear’s nose looks flat or deflated.

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Paso 9

Thread the needle with about 18 inches of thread the same color as the bear's fur or stitches.

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Paso 10

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Sew the teddy bear’s face using a whip stitch until the opening is completely closed.
For help with sewing a whip stitch, follow this guide: How to Sew a Whip Stitch.