This Company Turns Children’s Drawings Into Cuddly Plush Toys
All children try to draw what their little imagination conjures, using as little or as many colors as they'd like. And while some parents might proudly hang their kids' drawings on their fridges and walls, usually that's all we can do to understand and appreciate their efforts. However, we live in the times where innovation is what everyone lives and breathes so it's small wonder that someone has come up with the idea to turn all the cute, weird and seemingly-nonsensical drawing ideas into real-life plush toy equivalents. And the results are quite impressive.
Budsie kids' toys were founded in 2013 by Alex Furmansky who was inspired by his younger sister's scary monster drawings. After seeing his little sister Michelle tucking her plush animals in bed, he thought to himself, “What if I could turn a drawing into a stuffed animal friend that would last forever?” It led him to 'borrow' one of Michelle's cool drawings, one of a dog-like creature named Dongler, and have it turned into a stuffed plush in South Florida. And with the first Budsie being born, soon came the other.
"In the beginning, most of the orders were of kids' drawings, doodles, and other artwork," Budsies representative Melissa told Bored Panda. "Now, we see everything from a child's first drawing, to detailed original characters, author's book characters, sports team mascots, and more. The idea is truly limitless, and that's what makes Budsies so special," she added.
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@Harleen It's not for popular representation. It's because it's good to see ANY representation, because it matters a lot, especially for kids. Just look at the reception that things like Wonder Woman and Black Panther and Captain Marvel have gotten; girls and black kids have someone who looks like them who they can idolize and want to be like. It's important, and trans representation is no different.
Load More Replies...I think a >Media Kid< drew this .....
Load More Replies...For those of you wondering if this is a child's drawing or not, Budsies also offers an option for character plush commissions for older, more experienced artists! I’m willing to bet this is one of those. I think it looks great!
Wrong, that dont belong to that kid, Belongs to furryshep from 2010. https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082
Load More Replies...That's the bandersnatch from the live action Alice in Wonderland, right?
This was printed off furrysheps deviant art page, this kid did NOT draw that. Furryshep drew that in 2010. https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082
Well, that changes everything in my opinion, not fair
Load More Replies...again - almost definitely not a real drawing done by a kid of his age.
You got it ... https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082
Load More Replies...Printed off furrysheps deviant art page https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082
Load More Replies...Their site claims that they've made over 76,000 Budsies since the first toy in 2013. People from over 60 countries have ordered their custom pieces, varying from such lands as Australia and India. Although the orders were first made of children's drawings, soon artists and others joined the ranks, requesting fanart, people and pets to be made into plushies.
Some draw look like the kid in >character<. A great picture and toy!
Load More Replies...The drawing is so much cuter with its wide-set eyes and does not have a huge jaw.
The growing business soon branched out and started offering custom plush toys created in the likeness of pets. 'Petsies' offers custom-made stuffed animals that are created as a mirror reflection of people pets. And if a plush doggie or a kitty is adorable, imagine how awesome one of your own pet would be?
Aw! I'm guessing that this sweetheart had a cleft-lip when she was born. That's why her doll has one too!
I'm guessing from the drawing that someone else got it for her too - and that makes me happy that someone thought of this.
Load More Replies...AHHH THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY! I have a cleft lip too, where was this when I was little?
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Budsies site currently offers custom plushies that start at the price of $99. The final cost depends on what type of plushie one requests, the size and detail. The toys can be made from super soft plush or include faux fur and custom embroidery.
Aww the boy looks so happy and he's got a little mohawk, my heart is melting. :D
This picture has an optical illusion, that there is a long black spear sticking our of the patched eye. Amazing drawing and toy.
"We've had people cry, scream, lots of hugging their Budsies, and people who are just speechless" Melissa detailed people's priceless reaction to their Budsies. "We've also made Budsies in honor of someone who has passed, and those are very emotional reactions that really touch our entire Budsies team and community" she continued.
I immediately hesrd the squeaky aliens from toy story. "the claaaaawwww"
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Holy moly, this one's amazing! No wonder the kid has such a huge smile.
Wait, there's no way that picture with immaculate understanding of shadows, outline technique and lace structure came from a child.
I just realized no one said that they only take orders from kids...
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Melissa also added that they have a program called Budsies Pals where they work with healthcare providers to give free Budsies to kids who will benefit getting a huggable plushie. "Some of the Budsies that we have made are from drawings of kids who unfortunately passed away and the Budsies are given to the family," she explained. "It very touching knowing that we have given something to these families who have been through so much" Melissa concluded.
Another one that looks like it was drawn by an adult and probably from devianart
you'd be surprised to see how well some teenagers/preteens can draw.
Load More Replies...this is awesome! I want it, the drawing is awesome as well!!!!!!!!!
I LOVE THESE KIDS I WONDER HOW MANY UNDERTALE DRAWINGS THESE PEOPLE GET
Let me hide behind this conveniently shaped lamp...
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Load More Replies...Hello guys! Making plush toys and textile dolls by your drawings from 34$ and size from 30 cm.with best quality. Size 30 cm. Working now fir sewing such toys with an intermediary,but want start independently. Examples of my works can see in Instagram @oksanahead ,Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bebek-dolls-1926042761003458 ,and Etsy shop - Bebek Dolls . Will answer for any question with pleasure.Viber, What's up +380955732986
Load More Replies...I, too, would absolutely buy and love a plushie pizza that is 2/3 the size of myself. :D Seriously, those people making those plushies have an awesome, varied job! Not a boring day, I guess. :D
That could actually be something a pizzeria would want to decorate their interior with :P
The rainbow on the doll is done weirdly but, other than that, its REALLY cool
Huh. you’re right! why would they do a rainbow like th..... have they no idea how light works?
Load More Replies...*The sight of such a talented kid artist fills you with DETERMINATION*
"You gonna turn it a plush toy?" "Ok, i'm gonna make it very difficult"
Btw some of these kids have taken the art if others
Load More Replies...Just saying these kind look like the same lushes from ikea they’re fun and bright
Reminds me of the Lightfury who loves Toothless (from the latest How to Train your Dragon). So cute!
I just noticed the plushie has a small black sparkle in the bottom right of the rainbow. I love it!
I feel like this should be an emoji for them you're extremely happy or extremely giggly, and either way you feel like you're floating and smiling or laughing rainbows.
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It's a pity that they did not make it with a tongue. This tongue on her drawing is pretty amazing.
look a r****d enjoy hell also your art is reatarded like you kys i hate yours kind
This is my favourite, so much detail in the colours. The colours are perfect.
OH HELL NO! I have a three year old but I'm sending my drawings in first!
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
Load More Replies...How can I get this done on some of my drawings? I have some pretty lit anime drawings I'd like to see made.
This is the website! https://www.budsies.com/
Load More Replies...So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg
OH HELL NO! I have a three year old but I'm sending my drawings in first!
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
Load More Replies...How can I get this done on some of my drawings? I have some pretty lit anime drawings I'd like to see made.
This is the website! https://www.budsies.com/
Load More Replies...So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg
