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How To Make Giant Wiggle Worms

gods_grace_notes by gods_grace_notes
Last updated: 01/31/2012

Let's Make Some Giant Wigglers For YOUR Little Wigglers!

Wiggle Worm- n. wig'ul wurm
A three part being consisting of a tiny human body, inexhaustible joy and boundless energy.
Wiggle worms can thrive in any geographical location, but must be given an endless supply of encouragement, approval, and a colorful; creative atmosphere.

Wiggle worms are most often seen in the company of other wiggle worms. These are tiny little creatures who will fill your home with great joy and and can provide delightful entertainment for incredilby long periods of time. The most dazzling display of their beauty comes once their energy is spent, and they enter rest mode. Their sweet demeanor can be seen in the peaceful serenity that rests on their countenance during their nightly period of hibernation.

If your home is blessed with wiggle worms, be sure to take very good care to nurture their delicate beauty... the task is demanding, but the rewards are priceless!
How To Make Giant Wiggle Worms (c) 2010 Connie Walcott All Rights Reserved

Table of Contents

  1. Felt Squares
  2. Cut In Half Lengthwise
  3. Design The Layers Of Your Wiggle Worm
  4. Glue The Strips Together
  5. Run A Bead Of Glue Down The Seam...
  6. Create A Tube
  7. Turn The Tube Right Side Out
  8. Stuff The Tube With Plastic Trash Bags
  9. Close The Ends With A Rubber Band
  10. Cover A 2 1/2" Styrofoam Ball With A Felt Square
  11. Attach The Head To The Body With A Matching Chenille Stem
  12. Insert A Painted Dowel Rod BEFORE You Add Your Decorations
  13. Like this...
  14. I Prefer To Remove The Discs From A Set Of Plastic Wiggle Eyes
  15. Time To Decorate!
  16. Use Some Of Mom's Make-Up To Add Rosy Cheeks
  17. Your Wiggle Worm Is Complete...
  18. All That's Left Is To Grab The Handle & Everybody Wiggle!
  19. Wiggle Worm Color Chart
  20. Use Smaller Strips Of Felt To Create Mini-Wigglers
  22. Guest Book

SUPPLY LIST

  • 3 to 5 Felt Squares
  • 1 2-1/2" Styrofoam Ball
  • 1 Baby Sock For Face-Color Of Your Choice
  • 1 3/4" Dowel Rod - 24-36" long
  • Wiggle Eyes
  • Chenille Stems
  • Blush
  • Narrow Rubber Bands
  • Glue Gun or Fabric Glue
  • Assortment of Buttons, Ribbons,
    Pom Poms & Decorative Accessories

Felt Squares

Cut In Half Lengthwise

When Working With Young Children, I Recommend Assembling With Cold Glue

Hot Glue Is More Cost Effective

But, Be Certain To Address The Obvious Safety Issues!

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Keep A Bowl Of Cold Water Nearby

Hot Glue Sticks To Your Skin & Keeps On Burning... Dip In Cold Water For Immediate Relief

It's inevitable... no matter how hard you try, there will be times when your fingers are going to get caught in the path of your hot glue gun. The trick is to be prepared for those times, and help minimize the painful impact of hot glue on tender skin!

Hot glue sticks to your skin and keeps on burning. Keep a cup of cold water nearby so you will have a rescue measure available if you need it. The water cools the glue immediately, and helps prevent the burns from going deeper.

Design The Layers Of Your Wiggle Worm

Glue The Strips Together

Run A Bead Of Glue Down The Seam...

Create A Tube

Turn The Tube Right Side Out

Stuff The Tube With Plastic Trash Bags

Close The Ends With A Rubber Band

Cover A 2 1/2" Styrofoam Ball With A Felt Square

Attach The Head To The Body With A Matching Chenille Stem

Insert A Painted Dowel Rod BEFORE You Add Your Decorations

As you can see, I missed taking the photo of this step!

Like this...

Attach With A Rubber Band & Glue Firmly In Place

I Prefer To Remove The Discs From A Set Of Plastic Wiggle Eyes

Time To Decorate!

Use Some Of Mom's Make-Up To Add Rosy Cheeks

Your Wiggle Worm Is Complete...

All That's Left Is To Grab The Handle & Everybody Wiggle!

Wiggle Worm Color Chart

Use Smaller Strips Of Felt To Create Mini-Wigglers

Use Bleached Muslin For The Face & Baby Socks For The Cap

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