Make This Adorable Leopard Gecko Plush (Free Sewing Pattern Inside!)

Want a leopard gecko you can cuddle without worrying about bugs? I’ve got you covered. This free sewing pattern lets you create your own soft and squishy leopard gecko plush—complete with spots, toes, and a fat little tail.

You don’t need fancy supplies or ninja sewing skills. Just grab some fabric and let’s get started.

Supplies You’ll Need:

• Felt or cotton fabric in 2-3 colors
• Thread (matching or contrasting). If you’re new, matching colors help hide mistakes. If you’re confident, go bold with contrast for a fun outline look.
• Stuffing. Polyester fiberfill is the go-to. You can also use scrap fabric, cotton balls, or even old pillow stuffing.
• Needle or sewing machine
• Scissors
• Pins or fabric clips. Pins are sharp but cheap. Fabric clips are easier on the fingers and good for felt.
• Optional: safety eyes, fabric glue, embroidery thread

Leopard Gecko Sewing Pattern

How to Make It:

1. Print and Cut the Pattern

Save the pattern image below. Print it at 100% scale on regular paper. Cut out all the pieces—body, tail, legs, and spots. Don’t rush this part. Clean edges = cleaner plush.

2. Trace the Shapes

Place the cutouts on your fabric. Use a fabric marker or pen to trace around them.

You’ll need:

• 1 body piece
• 1 tail piece
• 4 legs
• 6 to 10 spots

Cut out all the traced fabric pieces now.

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3. Add the Spots

Lay the body fabric flat with the good side facing you.

Arrange the spots where you want them. You can copy a real leopard gecko’s look or do your own style.

Sew them on using small stitches or fabric glue if you’re in a hurry.

4. Prepare the Legs and Tail

Take two leg pieces, place them together (nice sides facing in), and sew around the edge.

Leave the top open. Turn it inside out. Repeat for the other three legs. Lightly stuff them.

Do the same thing for the tail—sew, turn, stuff.

5. Attach Legs and Tail to the Body

Lay the body piece face up. Place the legs and tail on top, pointing inward.

Pin them in place. This part feels weird, but it’ll flip out nicely later.

Put the second body piece on top, right sides facing in. Pin around the whole shape.

6. Sew the Body

Sew around the edge of the body, about ¼ inch from the edge.

Leave a gap near the belly or side—just big enough to turn and stuff.

Backstitch at the start and end so the seams don’t rip.

7. Turn, Stuff, and Close

Carefully turn the gecko inside out. The legs and tail should pop out where they belong.

Fill it with stuffing. Don’t overdo it—just enough to make it plump.

Use a needle and thread to sew the opening shut with small, neat stitches.

Craft Idea Bonus – What To Do With Your Gecko Plush

Now that you’ve got your gecko plush, don’t just let it sit there. You can turn it into something fun or useful.

Keychain Gecko

Make a smaller version of the pattern. Add a keyring loop at the top of the head before closing the body. Now you’ve got a squishy gecko hanging from your keys. Way cooler than plastic.

Backpack Buddy

Sew a loop of ribbon or a snap hook on top. Clip it to your backpack. Kids love it. Adults pretend they don’t, but they still smile.

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Shelf Gecko

Leave it as is and just toss it on your shelf or desk. Add googly eyes if you want it to stare into your soul.

Pin Cushion Version

Shrink the pattern down. Make a mini gecko. Don’t overstuff it—keep it firm. Boom, now it holds your sewing pins and looks cute doing it.