FORELEGS: Measure and cut forelegs from second sock so that body stands level—about 5. Turn inside out, seam along one side and across foot. Turn right side out, insert stiff ovals in feet, stuff and stitch to body (Figure 1).

MOUTH: Cut off complete heel. Stuff lightly and sew to head. Stitch across center to shape mouth (Figure 2).

TRUNK: Use an 8 strip of sock, tapering from 6 to 1. Seam wrong side out, turn, stuff and insert wire. (See tips on wiring, page 33.) Sew to head above mouth. Insert pipe cleaner tusks (Figure 3).

EARS: For each ear cut two pieces from sock (Figure 4). Seam and turn right side out. Sew on level with highest point of trunk.

EYES: Sew on round or oblong buttons set apart. Embroider eyes for small children.

TAIL: Make a short roll of material and sew in place.

TRIM: Sew on a fringed or tasselled “blanket” of bright material. Rick rack, little bells, ribbons or beads will give a more circusy appearance.