Simple and easy! Crafts perfect for killing time
Here are some craft ideas recommended for those who suddenly have an unexpected gap in their schedule, feel at a loose end because the plan they had fell through, or are looking for something to focus on to pass the time.
Crafting has become a bit of a trend as we spend more time at home.
These days, you can buy all kinds of craft supplies at 100-yen shops, making it easy to get started.
We’ve put together simple ideas that are easy even for beginners, so if you’re new to crafting, please give them a try!
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Quick and easy! Perfect crafts for killing time (21–30)
Chick-chan Mascot
Let’s make a chick mascot with adorable, round eyes! Using yellow felt, create a template with a compass and cut out four leaf-shaped pieces.
On one piece, draw the eyes and beak, then stitch them with embroidery thread.
Once the eyes and beak are sewn, align it with the other felt pieces and join them using an overcast stitch.
When you’ve sewn about halfway around the last piece, stuff it with filling.
After adding the stuffing, sew it closed to the end, and it’s complete.
cloth slippers
These are fabric slippers with a colorful, soft look, made by braiding long, rolled strips of cloth.
Tie four plastic cords together at one end, then use those four cords as guides to braid the long fabric strips.
Avoid leaving gaps in the fabric and make sure the guide cords don’t show—this will result in a sturdier finish.
Once the base is braided, use another piece of fabric to add the arch section and decorations to complete the slippers.
It’s a craft that requires careful fine-tuning, such as stiffening certain parts and keeping others gently flexible to fit the foot, all while maintaining good balance.
Eco bag made from a tenugui
Tenugui are items that combine style with eco-friendliness, available in a variety of patterns.
They’re durable, feel great on the skin, and the more you wash them, the more you can enjoy their texture! Why not try making an eco-bag using a tenugui? This method uses a single tenugui without any waste and is easy for anyone to make with only straight stitches.
Using only straight stitching is great for sewing machine beginners! Sew the handles and the main body separately, then stitch everything together at the end.
You’ll have a finished eco-bag styled like a shopping bag with plenty of gusset space! You can also mix and match the patterns of the handles and the body, so try customizing it to your own taste and have fun.
Pot stand made with hemp twine and paper cord
Let’s try weaving jute twine and paper cord to make a trivet with a soft look.
If you pay close attention to layering the cords, it will be sturdy, making it great for practical use as well.
Wrap jute twine around a cardboard template many times to form a large circle, then wrap another jute twine around that circle to create a strong ring of jute.
Finally, add a design by wrapping paper cord around the edge of the jute, and you’re done.
The more times you wrap the jute and paper cords, the sturdier and more dimensional the trivet will be, so don’t hold back—use plenty of cord.
A cute dog plushie made from a towel
This is about making a cute stuffed dog using an everyday face towel you can find in any household.
First, cut the towel to create two identical pieces layered together.
Make small slits in both pieces, sew them together, turn the piece right-side out, and stuff it with cotton.
Then shape the overall form with thread and attach parts like the face made from felt to finish.
By changing the towel’s color and the facial expression, you can create plushies with a variety of looks.