Stuffed animals
Tester Lucas, 5, Montclair, NJ.
Kids fashion zany stuffed animals by jamming fluff into presewn fabric shells and attaching accessories. Lucas considered the instruction book’s suggested critters—such as a bunny or mouse—but ultimately decided to go wild building an original “monster” decked out with wings, tails and other mixed-up body parts.
Mess factor Very low. Since there aren’t any spillable liquids or small components, Lucas simply packed everything away in a ziplock bag when he was finished.
Sound bite “Look! I made an angel bunny!”
Short Stuffs: Create Your Own No-Sew Stuffed Animals, $17; at klutz.com. Ages 4 and up.

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