Create Dolls from Old Towels

Difficulty: Easy

Upcycle your old towels into adorable handmade dolls. This eco-friendly activity is simple and fun, allowing you to create charming keepsakes or gifts while reducing waste.

Materials Needed

Old towels	Buy
Stuffing material (e.g., cotton, fabric scraps)	Buy
Buttons (for eyes and decoration)	Buy
Ribbons (for clothes or decoration)	Buy

Tools Needed

Scissors	Buy
Needle	Buy
Thread	Buy
Pins	Buy

Steps

Cut the Towel
Cut your old towel into manageable pieces. Typically, a 12x12 inch square is a good starting point, but you can adjust the size depending on your desired doll size.
Shape the Head and Body
Fold the towel square diagonally and roll it tightly starting from one corner. Secure the rolled piece with a thread at about one-third from the top to create the doll's head.
Create Arms and Legs
Divide the hanging towel into sections for arms and legs. Use pins or thread to define these sections by tying the towel at intervals.
Add Stuffing
Gently stuff the head and body with cotton or fabric scraps to give the doll shape and volume. Be careful not to overstuff as it could deform the doll.
Sew and Secure
Use a needle and thread to sew the ends of the arms and legs to keep the stuffing inside. Optionally, you can sew along major folds and ties to secure the doll's shape.
Decorate the Doll
Sew buttons for eyes and use ribbons to create clothes or additional decorations. Be creative with this step to give your doll a unique character.

Create Dolls from Old Towels

Materials Needed

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