Lovely handmade crafts

[Handmade Mascots] Curated easy-to-make ideas using felt and everyday materials

[Handmade Mascots] Curated easy-to-make ideas using felt and everyday materials

Last updated:2025/8/13

Accompanist / Piano Instructoryuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

How about handcrafting mascots that you can attach to bags, pouches, or keys?

In this article, we’ll introduce easy mascot-making ideas using familiar materials like felt and stuffing.

If you handcraft them based on your favorite characters or animals, you’ll end up with a one-of-a-kind original mascot!

They’re great not only as markers for your own belongings but also as heartfelt gifts for friends and family.

If you’re interested in handmade crafts, be sure to check it out.

[Handmade Mascots] A curated selection of easy ideas using felt and everyday materials (1–10)

apple mascot

Cute simple felt mascot: Ms. Apple — can be used for pretend play or as a charm

apple mascot

Here’s an idea for an apple mascot with an adorable, soothing look.

In this idea, you’ll make an apple with a little face.

You can attach it somewhere as a charm, or use it for pretend play.

In the latter case, it might be even more fun if you also make other fruits and foods to go with it.

By the way, the key to this idea is to stuff it generously with filling to shape it into a plump form.

That way, you’ll end up with a round, cute silhouette that looks more like a real apple.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Disney-style mascot

[100-Yen DIY] Disney-Style Strap Made with Felt

Disney-style mascot

Many people love Disney works, right? That’s why I’d like to recommend Disney-style mascots.

This project is about making a mascot with a silhouette reminiscent of Mickey Mouse.

Keeping the silhouette as is, it can be fun to use a color scheme that evokes other characters.

Start by thinking of your favorite work or character, and consider what kind of mascot you want to make.

The key is to make it subtle enough that people who know will recognize it.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Edamame mascot

How to make a felt mascot playset Edamame-chan ♪ Detailed explanations of knotting, securing stitches, and overcast stitch

Edamame mascot

This is a fun-edamame mascot with a playful gimmick.

First, make the pod pieces out of felt, then make the bean pieces.

Next, sew the pod pieces together, but leave a pocket so you can store the beans inside later.

Finally, make the beans and place them inside the pod to finish.

The fact that you can take the beans in and out of the pod adds a fun, whimsical touch.

You can also embroider faces on the beans if you like.

It looks cute, as if they’re peeking out from the pod.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Rabbit Daruma good-luck charm mascot

Easy handmade with felt♪ How to make a rabbit Daruma charm — felt mascot you can create with just a few materials

Rabbit Daruma good-luck charm mascot

This lucky bunny-daruma charm mascot makes a perfect gift.

It looks like a bunny wearing a daruma costume—very auspicious, right? That’s why it would be appreciated as a good-luck charm for someone entering a sports competition or preparing for exams.

By changing the face design, you can create mascots of other animals too, so it could be fun to make a set.

You can even recreate dogs, cats, people, or anime characters.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Onigiri mascot that sticks with a magnet

[Made with Felt] How to Make Rice Balls — They Stick Together with Magnets [Free Pattern Included]

Onigiri mascot that sticks with a magnet

For those looking for a unique idea, let me introduce these rice ball mascots that stick together with magnets.

They’re mascots that look like onigiri with faces, and inside each one is a magnet, so they snap together when you bring them close.

It’s lovely to have matching ones with a close friend.

Or, you could use the same concept with motifs other than onigiri.

You can adapt them into other foods, animals, or anime characters, so try making them with your favorite motif.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

character mascot

[Made with Felt] How to Make Letter Mascots [Easy and Neat with ibisPaint]

character mascot

A letter mascot can be designed in many ways, such as using names or club names.

The standard method is to cut felt into the shape of the letters and sew them onto a slightly larger piece of felt.

The hardest part of this process is usually writing the letters on the felt.

When you write by hand, your personal writing style tends to show through.

In that case, try displaying the letters large on your smartphone, overlay a sheet of paper and trace them to make a template—highly recommended! If you darken the room, the letters should show through quite clearly.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

ball mascot

[With Free Pattern!] How to Make a Felt Ball Mascot ⚽⚾🏀

ball mascot

This is a ball mascot that allows for a variety of arrangements.

Decorate circular pieces of felt to create the ball of your choice.

If you like sports, a soccer ball or a baseball would be great.

You could also model it after a ball from an anime, or embroider a name on the ball.

Or combine those ideas—for example, make the front look like a sports ball and embroider a name on the back.

Use your imagination and handcraft your very own original ball.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem