Hollis Hamster Applique Pattern

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Meet Hollis Hamster - an adorable hamster with enormous cheeks!

This is exclusively available as a PDF pattern, delivered instantly and ready to print onto letter-size paper or fusible adhesive sheets. No shipping costs and no waiting!

With detailed instructions, step by step photos, and video tutorials, this versatile pattern is easy enough for beginners. Use it to make quilts, pillows, wall hangings, tote bags and more!

Perfect for an animal-themed nursery or kids room.

***** Photos of customer quilts are identified with the name of the maker and are provided for inspiration only. The pattern does not include instructions to make their version of the project. *****

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Buy any four individual block applique patterns, get the fifth free. Discount is applied automatically. Find all the individual block patterns here.

This block is included in the deeply discounted Pets pattern bundle.

Pattern Details

Pattern includes:

  • A digital pattern delivered by email. (If you're not sure what a PDF pattern is, you'll find more info here.)
  • SVG file for use with electric cutting machines
  • Full-sized applique pattern templates so there’s no enlarging needed
  • Reversed and exploded appliqué pattern to print directly onto freezer paper or fusible adhesive. No tracing! 
  • Detailed instructions and lots of step by step photos – you’ll never feel lost or wonder if you’re doing it right.
  • Video showing how to assemble the block from start to finish, both with and without a light box to guide placement.
  • Links to additional videos teaching you all the skills you’ll need to complete the project. 
  • Links to additional patterns (free ones!) for finished projects you can make using your pattern.

Size

The block finishes at 10" square. 

Difficulty

This is an easy project, great for beginners.

I used appliqué with fusible adhesive and Quilt As You Go to make a super easy quilt - all done on the machine. Shiny Happy World also has videos teaching needle turn appliqué and machine appliqué with freezer paper, in case you prefer those methods.

Materials Needed

You can find links to sources for many of my favorite tools and supplies here.

For a single block you'll just need an 11" square of fabric and some scraps for the applique. You'll also need a sheet of fusible adhesive. I use Heat & Bond Lite for all my quilts.

If you're making a quilt in one of my most popular sizes, here are recommended fabric amounts needed.

Crib Size (50" square)

  • 3 yards of a variety of background fabrics
  • assorted prints for the appliques (get at least 7 fat quarters, but you’ll probably want more for variety)
  • 2 1/2 yards fabric for the quilt back (or 1 1/2 yards Cuddle Fleece)
  • 1/2 yard binding fabric

Napping Size (50" x 60")

  • 3 1/3 yards of a variety of background fabrics
  • assorted prints for the appliques (get at least 8 fat quarters, but you’ll probably want more for variety)
  • 4 yards fabric for the quilt back (or 2 yards Cuddle Fleece)
  • 1/2 yard binding fabric

Twin Size (70" x 90")

  • 7 yards of a variety of background fabrics
  • assorted prints for the appliques (get at least 16 fat quarters, but you’ll probably want more for variety)
  • 5 yards fabric for the quilt back (or 4 yards Cuddle Fleece)
  • 5/8 yard binding fabric

You'll find materials lists for additional quilt sizes here.

    Permissions

    This pattern is not available for commercial resale. That means you may not copy and sell or digitally distribute the pattern or any variation of the pattern. 

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    Karen
    Looks similiar to my grandson's favorite stuffed animal

    I purchased this to add to a pillowcase. The colors I used for Darcy are close to the colors of my grandson's favorite stuffed animal. Hoping it helps him to transition to his "big boy bed" more smoothly.

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    Barbara Cardinal
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    This was such a fun pattern! I made a small quilt for my soon to be new grandson to use in his car seat. I was very pleased with this pattern as well as the other patterns I used for this quilt.

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    Karen Appleby
    Best ever patterns

    So happy I found shiny happy world for appliqué patterns. Everything is very well explained and illustrated. Recommend highly. Will be buying more.

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    Catherine Casey
    Adorable

    A bit tricky for a beginner but figured it out . A light box would definitely have helped! Had fun with the colors!

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    Jeanette Wiersma
    Easy Peasy

    I made all three images included on the pattern..Fun and fast.

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    Alison Davis
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    So cute!

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    Alison Davis
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    Super cute!

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    kkret001

    I have not made this applique design but it is adorable.

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    I find that Wendy’s patterns are easy to follow. This
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    All of the designs are easy to follow, beginner friendly and so cute and fun to make. Colby is no exception !

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    I used Colby cat as a center piece for a pram cover with easy to follow instructions I am very happy with the result I love his cheeky expression.

    I have used Colby cat as a centre piece for a pram cover and am very happy with the result the instructions were easy to follow,I love his cheeky expression.

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    Kate Feist
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    I downloaded Colby cat even though I have the big cat quilt pattern with lots of cats because I was making an Alice in Wonderland's quilt and needed a good Cheshire Cat model. Colby fit the bill. I made his smile “toothy” and he was perfect. I like the stripes detail. As always the pattern directions were perfect and easy to follow! Thank you!

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    Jeanette Wiersma
    Just the right size

    Perfect for felt artists like me. Few pieces involved but got the image just right.

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    Caroline

    Lovely pattern and lots of information and detail available about how to construct.

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    Kathy Willis
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    Very nice. Pattern was well presented and clear to understand.

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    Sandra Brown
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    He is a very cute hamster, love his eyelashes and will be including him in a quilt for Project Linus. Wendy has done it again!

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    Fab easy pattern and easy purchase

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    Elaine

    I purchased a couple of the patterns here and was so surprised by the amount of links and information the seller includes with these. Just a wealth of information. I’m really looking forward to using these for Project Linus, and I’m sure I’ll be back for more patterns.

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    Paula

    I have bought many quilt patterns, but this has the very best instructions I have ever encountered. So cute too!

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    Margery Tadder
    So cute!

    Hollis is way too adorable and will definitely use him in a wall hanging. One thing….when I order a new pattern I don’t need to print out all the instructions once again. Is there any way to avoid that and save paper and printer ink?
    P.S. Love your darling patterns!

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    Carol Grim
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    I think its sooooo cute and easy to do.In fact all of your patterns are adorable. Even my kids can do them in summer groups.

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    Carolyn Dodd
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    Sandra King
    Love this Hamster!

    This little critter is so cute! I have belonged to the club for many months and am never disappointed with the patterns. This little hamster is one of my favorites.

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    Missy Montgomery
    Hollis Hamster is a hit!

    Hollis Hamster is super cute and will make a great addition to the quilt I am making. All of the patterns in the Funny Faces Quilt Block of the Month Club are easy to make and well thought out. They are also adorable. Thanks for making these so much fun to make!

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    Darlene Brown

    All the animals that you have made are great. I plan is to make my grandchildren quilts with them. Quilt not yet in progress but will be pretty soon, just a few months now can't wait !!!!!!!

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    Pat Chase
    So cute!!

    I think he/she’s adorable. I would pick the gray with pink background! Especially with the pink nose that coordinates. I enjoy all your characters! Sweet and easy to appliqué. I’m always amazed to see so few pieces to make up such a sweet character.