Sizing guide
How much fabric do you need for Jellycat-style ears?
Short answer: one 8.5×11 in sheet covers one plush — a pair of ears plus oval paw pads. The 8.5×14 in sheet does two. Here’s how to be sure before you cut.
Measure before you buy
Plush sizes vary a lot between styles, so measure the actual animal in front of you rather than trusting a number from the internet. Lay one ear flat and measure it at its widest and longest points, then add about ¼ inch all the way around for a seam allowance. Double it — every ear needs a front and a back.
Do the same for paw pads. They’re small, and they are the piece most people forget to budget fabric for.
Which size sheet to order
- 8.5 × 11 in — $19.50. One plush. A pair of ears plus oval paw pads. This is what most orders are.
- 8.5 × 14 in — $22.50. Two plush. The extra length lets the pieces nest, so you get a second full set out of it for $3 more — $11.25 a plush instead of $19.50. Order this one if you’re making a matching pair, doing two gifts at once, or want a spare set in case of a mis-cut.
Which material to ask for
The default is a poly-satin stretch blend. It holds printed detail sharply — important when a school logo has fine lines — and it has a little give, which helps it sit smoothly around a curved ear. It does have a soft sheen. That’s the trade: the glossier finish is what keeps the colors crisp.
If you want a matte, fuzzy finish instead, ask for fleece in the notes box when you order. Same price. Fleece is more forgiving on raw edges and reads softer next to a plush body, but fine logo detail is a little less sharp.
Cutting it
- Trace your ear shape onto the back of the fabric, not the front.
- Lay pieces out with the print running the same direction on each ear — mirrored logos are the most common mistake and the hardest to un-see.
- Cut with sharp fabric scissors or a rotary cutter. Poly-satin frays if you saw at it.
- Sew right sides together, leave a gap, turn it out, then close the gap by hand. The raw edge ends up inside, so no hemming.
Common questions
Do I need the exact school color codes?
No. General colors are fine — navy, maroon, forest. We match from the school’s own palette.
What if I mess up the first cut?
It happens, and it’s the main argument for the 8.5×14. Because that sheet holds two full sets, a spoiled cut costs you the spare rather than the whole order. A reprint is a new order, so $3 up front is cheap insurance.
Can I use this for something other than ears?
Yes — the same sheet works for bows, quilt blocks, banner letters, appliqués and bag panels.
Ready to order?
Tell us your school and your main background color. Most orders ship the next day from Longwood, Florida. Flat $5.99 shipping in the US, $18.99 to Canada.