Looking for a simple small craft idea (think stocking stuffer)

[Melaniee]

It is for ME to do, not my kids, though that is a bonus. I need to make several of something to give out to Dc's friends. This would be the size/type of thing you might make for a stocking stuffer exchange, or pocket person, game prize, etc.

I have some 'old standbys' but I'd love some new ideas.  It is for children of both genders.

Thank you!

[mommariffic]

You probably know of these but what about wooden peg dolls? We (and I) love making those and you can use dried flowers, scrapes of felt and yarn for the hair and outfits! And what about sewing little felt pouches for them go to in??

[SweetSilver]

Wool felt animals, as for a felt board.  Or, just a little more elaborate, stitch 2 sides together with some light stuffing between.  Because it's so expensive, I save every tiny scrap of it for eyes, or hearts, etc to stitch on the shirts of wooden peg dolls described in the pp.  We like those as well.  I also like to crochet little blankets, or even easier cut squares of poly fleece (like old coats) or washed woolen sweaters to make little blankets.  I mean very little, though you could make them larger and every imaginable size.  Little kids love to tuck even the tiniest toy under a blankey.  Stitch 2 together for a sleeping bag or a pillow.  Collect little baskets from the thrift store and make a little fairy bed.  ANY toy inside a basket is great!

     I don't know what ages the kids you have in mind are.  I think my ideas are best for little ones, or up to 6 or 7.

[appalachiamama]

I've really enjoyed the Wee Folk Art blog for crafting ideas--there are many to choose from.

[Melaniee]

Thank you! It is for ages 6-7 I am thinking about.  I have done peg people, or gnomes, in the past. The first 5-6 were a lot of fun, the next 15 were torturous. LOL.