Every child's soft toy collection could do with a monster, and this kit lets them make their own rather than simply being handed one. It comes with white, fluffy fake fur, soft teddy bear stuffing, pom-poms, googly eyes, a bow tie, sewing thread and a sewing needle, so the finished creature is entirely a matter of imagination. Add the eyes, a nose and glittery pom-pom ears, finish with a tuft of fur on the top of the head, and there is a new family member for the shelf.
The instructions are clear and everything needed is in the box, which makes it a good first sewing project to do together. It is as much about the design as the sewing: no two monsters will look quite the same, and the small decisions about where the eyes go and how lopsided the grin is are where the personality comes from. Sewing is also good practice for fine motor skills and concentration, a useful side effect that tends to go unnoticed while everyone is busy giving the monster a name.
It suits children from 5 years upwards, with an adult close by for the sewing. It works as a rainy afternoon project, a birthday party activity, a stocking filler or a small gift for a child who likes making things as much as playing with them.
Please note: the kit contains a sewing needle with a functional sharp point and small parts that present a choking hazard. It must be used under the direct supervision of an adult.
- Makes one fluffy monster soft toy
- Contains fake fur, teddy bear stuffing, pom-poms, sewing thread, sewing needle, googly eyes and bow tie
- Full instructions included
- Recommended for ages 5 and over
- Warning: functional sharp point and small parts, choking hazard. Use under direct adult supervision
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is it suitable for?
The kit is recommended for ages 5 and over. It includes a sewing needle with a sharp point and small parts that are a choking hazard, so it must always be used under the direct supervision of an adult.
What is included in the kit?
Fake fur, teddy bear stuffing, pom-poms, sewing thread, a sewing needle, googly eyes and a bow tie, along with instructions. You should not need to buy anything else to finish the monster.
Do I need to be able to sew?
No. The instructions are straightforward and the project is designed for beginners, though younger children will need an adult to help with the stitching. It is a good way to learn the basics of hand sewing without committing to anything complicated.
Does every monster look the same?
No, and that is rather the point. Eye placement, the position of the nose and how the ears sit all change the character, so every monster ends up with its own expression. Some are friendly, some are suspicious, and one or two are just confused.
Is it a good gift?
Yes. It is a self-contained present that gives a child something to make and then keep, which tends to go down better than something they only unwrap. It is also a sensible size for a stocking.
Can adults and children make it together?
That is how it is designed to be used. An adult can handle the needle work where needed while the child decides on the monster's features and does the stuffing and decorating.
