Even better? We’ve included free printable patterns for the burger and all the fixings, so you can build your dream burger from scratch. Whether you go classic or load it up with bacon, pickles, and cheese, this handmade play food is perfect for stocking a play kitchen, gifting to a mini chef, or adding to your felt food collection.
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Get our free printable DIY felt burger pattern:
The link below will take you to our free printable felt burger templates! The 3 page PDF file will open in a new window. Then simply print the patterns on 8.5 x 11 (letter size) printer paper or cardstock.
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Our felt burger pattern features templates for the following:
Bun Hamburger patty Cheese slice Tomato Lettuce leaf Pickle Condiments (a line of ketchup, mustard, mayo, etc) Bacon Onion
What kind of felt works best for making a felt burger?
Acrylic felt sheets work great for this craft and are really budget-friendly. But if you want to make felt food that holds up for longer and doesn’t pill as easily, try a wool-blend felt. This type of felt is thicker and easier to sew cleanly, but it is more expensive than regular soft felt from the craft store.
Can I machine sew the felt burger pieces instead of hand sewing them?
While this project is designed for hand stitching, you can absolutely use a sewing machine for some of the larger pieces, like the bun, patty, and some of the toppings. However smaller details, like the sesame seeds on the bun and the tomato seeds, are easier to manage with hand stitching. Plus if you’re crafting with kids or beginners, hand sewing keeps things simple and gives more control over the tiny felt pieces.
How do I attach the burger pieces together for display or storage?
To keep everything together, try adding small hook-and-loop dots (like Velcro) between the layers. This makes it easy to stack and unstack the burger for pretend play! This felt burger craft is such a fun way to practice hand sewing and make something adorable in the process. Whether you add it to a play kitchen or give it as a handmade gift, it’s guaranteed to be a hit! With endless topping combos and colourful details, it’s a project you’ll want to make again and again.
Here’s even more food craft ideas:
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