This is a video instruction on how to sew a hanging joey pouch for the animals injured in the Australian bush fires. The lining will need to be made of fabric, but if you don't have the materials or ability to sew, those can be put in by another volunteer at a later time. No hand-sewn items. This is a video instruction on how to sew a hanging joey pouch for the animals injured in the Australian bush fires. Crocheters, Knitters, Sewers needed! We generally require more linings than pouches to allow washing and regular changes. French seams are a MUST for all joey pouch liners. Specifications Size Pouch Liner Used For X Small 10 x 15 cm 10 x 20 cm Sugar gliders Small 15 x 20 cm 15 x 25 cm Ringtail and brushtail possums Late last year, I sewed my first ever item for an animal - joey pouches for injured Australian wildlife. All patterns are downloadable PDF documents. These hairbands are really quick and fun to crochet. Marsupial Pouch Pattern If you can knit, crochet or sew we need your help. Jenny's Beanie Beret Pattern-1 (knitted). Sewers: Joey pouches, hanging joey pouches, bat wraps, quilts and blankets. Upcycled bed sheets and doona covers are perfect for these. This is the official KNAG beret, as far as one goes. Knit or crochet a pouch, nest, hanging bed, and more to keep a distressed animal cozy and warm. Knitters: Blankets, joey pouch outers, animal jumpers. Please note, only use patterns and materials recommended by the ARCG - injured animals need natural fibers. Australia Needs Joey Pouches, Not Koala Mittens, For Its Injured Wildlife As Australia burns, an estimated 800 million animals are being affected by the fires ravaging their home. They are supplying a joey pouch pattern for people to use when they sew at home, and are hoping to get a similar response to the call for koala mittens made last week. A few months later, the joey starts to poke its head out of the pouch and look around, and at about six months old, they tumble out of the pouch for the first time. Be sure to follow the guidelines for which type of yarn to use. These little pouches were super easy to sew, and making them has used up some of my flannelette stash. Flannelette or plain cotton are great, some carers love stretchy t-shirt cotton. Inner pouches: 100% natural fibre only (cotton, bamboo, linen, silk). They are supplying a joey pouch pattern for people to use when they sew at home, and are hoping to get a similar response to the call for koala mittens made last week. The lining should not be attached to the pouch as it will need to be changed regularly. Patterns for busy hands. We are always in need of pouches and liners of assorted sizes. Joey Pouches: You can also make joey pouches by knitting or crocheting them. Crocheters: Birds nests, blankets, joey pouch outers, animal jumpers. Fabric should be very soft (what you would give to a baby).