Making Yo-Yo's
To make any size yo-yo:
1. Trace size circle desired or indicated on pattern using a template on wrong side of fabric.
2. Cut a length of thread in a color to match fabric; double thread and knot ends together.
3. Working with wrong side of yo-yo circle facing you, turn fabric under 1/4" to wrong side and insert needle near the folded edge as shown in Figure A.
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4. Stitch a running stitch, using approximately 3/8"-long stitches, around the edge of the circle, turning fabric edge under as you sew referring to Figure B. Stop stitching when you reach the beginning knot.
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5. Pull thread to gather the circle as tightly as you can (or as desired) and move the hole to the center of the circle as seen in Figure C.
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6. Insert needle between two gathers to the back of the yo-yo and make several small knots to secure; clip thread. |
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