Craft ideas using felt. Great for kids’ summer vacation projects!
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.
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Craft ideas using felt. Great for kids’ summer vacation projects, too! (31–40)
Dice Unit
A recommended felt craft that incorporates a playful element: a dice unit.
Prepare pieces with holes punched in the felt, then connect each one front-to-back to form a cube.
The soft texture of felt makes it easy to handle and safe to work with, which is another plus.
By increasing the number of connected pieces, you can link as many dice as you like, expanding the ways you can play.
Using different colors on the front and back lets you visually enjoy the variations in how they connect.
Once completed, it can be taken apart and reassembled like a puzzle, adding an educational aspect.
You can design it freely, making it a great idea for a summer vacation independent study project.
Rose
A felt rose crafted as a three-dimensional piece with a glamorous, realistic look.
Make a template for the petals using construction paper, then cut the felt to match the shape.
Add small slits to the petals to create a natural overlap, roll the center piece to form a stem, and secure it with a hot glue gun.
By carefully layering and gluing each petal one by one, you’ll create a flower with depth and dimension.
Using red or pink felt gives it a lifelike finish, perfect for interior decor or gift embellishments.
The process requires focus, but the result is a high-quality piece with a great sense of accomplishment.
Recommended for Mother’s Day and seasonal decorations.
Pizza
A felt pizza that combines crafting with pretend play is a fun, playful project.
Using a pattern, cut four pieces each of the pizza crust, cheese, and tomato sauce from felt, then assemble them to make individual slices.
Prepare toppings like tomato, basil, and mozzarella from felt as well, and decorate each slice freely.
Adding variety in colors and shapes gives a realistic finish and makes it visually delightful.
By using hook-and-loop tape, you can make the toppings removable for repeated play, and the finished set works great for pretend play.
It’s a craft where even the process of planning the parts and combinations is enjoyable.
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This is a highly decorative craft that also stands out as a seasonal ornament or event decoration.
The petal pieces are created by making slits in felt, and adding parts like buttons or beads to the center for a touch of elegance.
Lightly brushing on some blush at the end adds depth of color and a warm impression.
By winding thread, tying it with a string, and trimming the ends, you can make fluffy pompoms that help balance the overall wreath.
Wrap thread around wire to form the wreath base, then carefully arrange and attach the flowers and pompoms to finish.
The look changes with color combinations and flower placement, making it a versatile interior piece that reflects your ideas.
educational clock
A highly practical craft idea that makes learning the sense of time fun.
Attach the numbers 1 through 12 to a circular base using felt or stickers to create a friendly design.
Make each number flippable so that, when flipped, it shows the corresponding minutes—this visual cue helps children understand how time works.
Fix the clock hands at the center with a button so they can move freely, allowing kids to practice setting the time.
This clock, which blends learning and play, encourages children to naturally become more aware of time.
With creative design and color choices, each child can make a one-of-a-kind clock, making it a project that also offers a strong sense of accomplishment.