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The other issue with corn and soy is that unless they’re organic, they are most likely genetically modified. If you feel strongly about not supporting big biotech firms like Monsanto, corn and soy products are not the greenest choice. Whether you use your fingers or one of the stuffing tools listed above, gently, but firmly, push the filling into the corner. Regardless of brand, each type of filling offered has a distinctive feel and finish, as well as a specific process to how it’s made. The most common type is 100% polyester, like Fairfield’s signature Poly-Fill® brand. However, you will find different kinds of polyester fills on the market. As we mentioned, the polyester fibers are processed differently and/or blended with other fibers to provide unique textures and finishes for specific types of projects, like stuffing dolls or animals versus stuffing pillows. Wool is a good material for pillow filler. It’s highly durable and can work well in both the summer and winter since it’s highly breathable. Also called beads, these give your toy a bean-bag ‘feel’. Pellets give weight and stability to your toy, and will help you achieve the desired pose for your stuffed toys. Pellets can be used for the whole toy (like Prince Charming Frog) to make them a bean bag toy, OR only in certain parts – eg in the arms, legs and how do I say this… sitting area!!!! (bottom?) which is referred to weighting or a weighted toy. There are LOTS of types of toy stuffing pellets:
Feather pillows are one of the most affordable pillow options on the market. But feather filling is often not quite as durable as other pillow stuffings. An animal based natural fibre from sheep. If you make toys with natural fibres, it may make sense to use a wool based toy filling too. Sheep have been around for thousands of years so it would make sense that early soft toys were stuffed with wool too. Wool toy stuffing can also come carded and uncarded. It is also a bio-degradable material and is naturally fire resistant. So which one do I use?
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Run out of stuffing for a toy or ornament? Created an amigurumi cutie or maybe you've sewn a pin cushion but are running short on stuffing, Elizabeth Bagwell suggests some creative stuffing solutions. It is entirely up to you what materials you choose to fill your creations with. There are up and down sides to using all the different kinds of fibrefill. Hopefully you have read this article and can make a more informed choice for your knitted toys. Pro tip: Hypoallergenic pillows are a good source of hypoallergenic stuffing. That said, most toy stuffing is acrylic so the yarn is more likely to be an issue.
Start with a generous handful of filling. Gently pull the filling loose. The idea is to remove any clumps, while fluffing the fill at the same time. Repeat the process 2-3 times before inserting the fill into your project. Also, cotton has a medium puff and over time becomes flat and hard, and takes on a different shape. When shopping, ensure that the cotton is already preshrunk. Fantastic Alternatives for Toy Stuffing. What can I use for stuffing toys? You can use a variety of materials for stuffing toys, including polyester fiber, cotton, wool, pellets, beads, scrap fabric, and more. When searching for the right stuffing for your toy, think about what kind of feel you’re looking for and how long you need it to last.The quantity you need also matters, as it affects the overall cost. You’ll get more volume with one type of toy stuffing and less with another of the same weight. A good comparison is one pound of polyfill and one pound of steel pellets. The latter is smaller in volume than the former despite weighing the same.
The greatest concern for some people regarding synthetic toy stuffing is its composition which is entirely petroleum-based, otherwise plastic. Because of the low price point, pillows with feather filling typically only last one to two years. During that time, though, a feather pillow will be lightweight and easy to mold —much like down stuffing. Stuffed pillows are usually hand-sewn closed. Thread your needle with coordinating thread, and keeping your stitches as small as possible, slip stitch the opening closed. The tiny stitches help insure no stuffing will poke out of the hand-sewn seam. If you plan to give away or sell a toy that you have made then there are certain laws to consider. I am not going go into too much depth here as it is another topic completely. You will need to CE Mark and test your finished toys. There is a GOV.UK article here all about it.Latex pillows can often last more than 10 years if properly maintained. But they do tend to be more expensive compared to memory foam and other filling materials. If you have a higher budget for your new pillows, you may want to consider using a latex pillow at night. 8. Cotton pillow stuffing Wool posseses qualities that are great for children’s toys. It is natural, soft, durable and elastic. However, this toy stuffing material cannot be machine washed or dried in heat, as the wool tends to become uneven and compressed.
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