How to Make Wolf Ears Stand on a Hoodie
A simple way to create a last-minute werewolf costume is to purchase a hooded sweatshirt with wolf ears. That being said, there is nothing worse than a hoodie with wolf ears that droop or lay flat. Whether the ears are rabbit, pig, goat or giraffe or in this case wolf, the same sewing technique can be used with all animal ears. With a few simple tricks, you can have your wolf ears standing straight in no time.
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Things You'll Need
- Hooded sweatshirt with wolf ears
- Seam ripper
- Craft wire or pipe cleaner
- Basic sewing kit
- Poly-fill stuffing
Instructions
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Rip the seam between the wolf ear and the hoodie with a seam ripper. Be cautious so you do not damage the fabric of the hoodie or the wolf ear itself.
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Open the end of the wolf ear and remove any type of structural support it may have. It could be filled with stuffing or wire.
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Insert a strong pipe cleaner or heavy wire into the wolf ear. Wrap the wire with poly-fill stuffing. Once the wire is inserted you can fill around it with more poly-fill stuffing until it is standing upright.
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Sew the wolf ears back onto the hoodie, using a basic stitch. The closer the stitches are together, the stronger the seam will be, which will ultimately help the wolf ears stand up straight as well.
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Knot the end of the thread on both ears to finish the seams.
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Tips & Warnings
The hooded sweatshirt with wolf ears can be purchased on Etsy.com and it is also available at twilightguide.com and cafepress.com.
