Summer is the perfect time for kids to explore their creativity and keep their hands busy with fun, imaginative projects. If you’re looking for ways to keep your family entertained while fostering their artistic skills, look no further! Poly-Fil, a versatile and easy-to-use material, is the ideal supply for a host of exciting crafts. From cuddly toys to cloud light decor, these three delightful projects made with Poly-Fil will spark joy and creativity in your children all summer long. Dive in and discover how you can transform ordinary days into extraordinary adventures with these kid-friendly crafts!
Project 1: Light Up Cloud Mirror
Cloud walls and lights are one of the most fun ways to use lots of Poly-Fil! This project is a twist on that idea, creating a beautiful mirror that lights up! Check out the video above for step by step instructions for this project.
Cloud Mirror Supplies:
- Poly-Fil Fiber Fill
- Round Mirror (dollar store)
- Foam Core Board
- Craft Knife
- Fairy Lights
- Clear Packaging Tape
- Hot Glue Gun
- Trace the mirror onto the foam core board. Draw a cloud shape around it.
- Carefully cut the circle for the mirror out. Cut the cloud shape out.
- Insert the mirror in the opening and tape it in place. Tape on the string of fairy lights.
- Hot glue the Poly-Fil Fiber Fill to hide the board.
Project 2: Sprinkle Donut Plushie
This fun project is featured on select packages of Poly-Fil Fiber Fill! Visit your local Hobby Lobby Store to purchase a bag with the pattern. I’m also including the pattern here for your convenience.
Project 3: Balloon Animal Stuffed Toy
Here’s a cute balloon animal that will never pop! The only person who might love this project more than my kids is our new puppy, who promptly confiscated this cute plush toy and made it his own. Again, see the video above for visual instructions, and check out the supply list below.
Balloon Animal Stuffie Supplies:
- Poly-Fil Fiber Fill
- 5″ x 50″ Stretch Fabric
- Embroidery Floss
- Sew the fabric into a tube with one end sewed shut. Flip the tube inside out.
- Fill the tube with Poly-Fil Fiber Fill
- Sew the opening of the fabric tube shut.
- Use embroidery floss to tie the fabric tube into the following lengths in this order: 4″, 5″, 5″, 6″, 5″,5″, 5″,5″, 5″, 4″
- Fold and tie the pieces to create the balloon animal (see video).
Have fun crafting and creating these fun Poly-Fil projects with your family this summer!
