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Craft ideas using felt. Great for kids’ summer vacation projects!

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Felt is easy to find and is even sold at 100-yen shops.

There are many ways to use it, and it’s often used for children’s costumes and small handmade accessories.

In this article, we’ll introduce craft ideas that make the most of felt in a variety of situations.

From interior decor and household items to pretend-play toys, there are plenty of ideas—so if you love handicrafts or want to give them a try, be sure to make some! Ideas that don’t require needles or a hot glue gun are also great for kids’ summer vacation projects.

Craft ideas using felt: perfect for kids’ summer vacation projects! (11–20)

train

Let me share an idea for a train made with a coin case.

When it comes to toy trains, “Plarail” is the classic, but this time let’s make one with felt! Cut out a train base the same size as the coin case, along with parts like windows and lights, all from felt.

Once you sew them together, slip it over a coin case wrapped with magnetic tape.

Then just sew it closed, and you’re done! This toy can be connected with magnets, so try making trains in different colors and types.

It might be fun to make a playmat with tracks to go with it, too!

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cake

How to make a felt cake

cake

Here’s an idea for felt cakes you can use for pretend play.

Basically, make patterns for the cake shapes you want, cut the felt to match, and sew the pieces together.

If you make several slice-shaped shortcakes that come together to form a whole cake, it might be easier to play with.

For the cake base, place a piece of thick paperboard on the bottom, stuff it with cotton, and sew it closed.

For the cream, cut felt into a pinwheel shape and stitch it while pulling the tips together tightly so it looks realistic.

Then make your favorite toppings, like the cream layers in the cross-section or strawberries!

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Perfect for button practice! Onigiri

[Buttoning Practice] Handmade Felt Rice Balls (With Fillings, Bonus Included) [Easy DIY Toy]

Perfect for button practice! Onigiri

Here’s an idea for a felt rice ball (onigiri) that lets you practice buttoning! First, cut a rectangle from white felt and fold it.

While keeping the center of the folded edge intact, cut it into an onigiri shape.

Make fillings like pickled plum or salmon and sew snap buttons onto them.

Sew matching snaps to the center inside of the onigiri as well.

Sew a two-hole button to the upper inside part of the onigiri, and cut a slit on the opposite side.

Finally, glue on a piece of “nori” cut from black felt to the outside—and you’re done! Attach your favorite filling, button the onigiri closed, and enjoy making your felt rice balls.

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Heart candy bag

Easy Woven Felt 'Heart Candy Bag'

Heart candy bag

Heart-shaped candy bags made from felt are just too cute, aren’t they? Since you don’t use needles or thread, they’re perfect for making with kids.

All you do is cut the felt with scissors and assemble it, so it’s super easy.

With a pattern, there’s no room for mistakes.

Choose colorful felt and make it a summer vacation craft.

How about creating a lovely piece while chatting and having fun as a parent-child activity? It would also be wonderful to fill the finished bag with candies and give it to friends as a gift.

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donut

Easy with felt! How to make a donut [Small items made with felt] | DIY Sewing: Felt Donut / Doughnuts – Sweet

donut

Why not try making donuts out of felt? If you cut felt into circles and add colorful toppings, you’ll have adorable donuts that look just like the real thing.

It’s also a great summer vacation craft to make with your kids.

You can freely change the colors and shapes, so it’s a fun project that sparks creativity.

The finished donuts look lovely as room decorations and can also be used as pretend-play toys.

Felt is an easy-to-find material you can get at 100-yen shops.

If you use ideas that don’t require needles or a glue gun, even small children can enjoy it safely.

Be sure to give it a try!

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