Easy Mom and Child Made Felt Softie/Plushie

Inspired by one of my daughter's monster pictures, I drew out the picture on felt, cut it out, hand sewed it together, and stuffed it with pulled cotton balls. She didn't have the confidence to draw it out on the felt herself, but this is something a younger child could try and have an adult sew it together. She did watch me, and pulled through a few stitches which is super experience for early sewing and building fine motor skills.

We made a little heart as well.

I'd like to try this snail next week which requires embroidery thread for the detailing. The eyes should be on the stalks...not sure how to do this, but I'll experiment. This snail looks a bit like a butterfly with the antennae curls. ;)

Source: etsy.com via Melissa on Pinterest