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Step 5Working With Animal Skins
Working with animal skins - in this case rabbit and sheep - uses different techniques than working with typical fabrics. If you choose to use non-biodegradable faux fur, these techniques are still applicable for a great finish.
DO NOT USE SCISSORS TO CUT FUR. The best way to cut fur is with a straight edge blade like a box cutter or X-Acto knife. Hold the skin away from hard surfaces when you cut and cut from the back/skin side. The reason for avoiding scissors and not pressing against a hard surface is to prevent giving the skin a "haircut". When you cut this the correct way, fur should be visible outside the cut skin area from the back.
Avoid using pins. The holes from using pins are permanent and weaken the skin. Part of the reason to use real materials is to have a good quality item that will last for a very long time. Using pins will shorten the lifespan of the item you make.
DO NOT USE SCISSORS TO CUT FUR. The best way to cut fur is with a straight edge blade like a box cutter or X-Acto knife. Hold the skin away from hard surfaces when you cut and cut from the back/skin side. The reason for avoiding scissors and not pressing against a hard surface is to prevent giving the skin a "haircut". When you cut this the correct way, fur should be visible outside the cut skin area from the back.
Avoid using pins. The holes from using pins are permanent and weaken the skin. Part of the reason to use real materials is to have a good quality item that will last for a very long time. Using pins will shorten the lifespan of the item you make.
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