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This Company Turns Children’s Drawings Into Cuddly Plush Toys
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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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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.
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?
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.
"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.
Wait, there's no way that picture with immaculate understanding of shadows, outline technique and lace structure came from a child.
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.
I LOVE THESE KIDS I WONDER HOW MANY UNDERTALE DRAWINGS THESE PEOPLE GET
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?
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*The sight of such a talented kid artist fills you with DETERMINATION*
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!
haha :)
Lol. I can't draw. I wonder if they would make a stick figure you for me?. Lol.
These are so cute. And the children's faces of joy are so nice to see :)
I like the ones drawn by children, they show originality and creative little minds, as only seen thru their eyes. Why ruin it by printing work done by professionals and giving no credit.
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
99$ is a little out of my price range
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
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/
My face hurts from smiling so much!
So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
They are cute but lets be honest, no way some of these were drawn by the kid. They are still adorable though.
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg
budsies.com! :)
lol, why am i not surprised xD
I love these!
Bored Panda, please don't cut these off at 30 or some nonsense. They're all awesome.
Follow Budsies on Instagram & Facebook for more!
I've heard of this site before, and I kind of want to order plush toy versions of some of my OCs.. not sure how much money I got, though.
I want to send all my drawings to them, if only they were cheaper...
Children have such wonderful imaginations! If memory serves, Picasso said that all children are all artists, but few of them remain artists when they grow up.
Some current and future furries from the looks of some lol
Expensive but from what I've seen, worth every penny.
These are all so adorable I MUST KNOW THE COMPANY THAT MAKES THESE I WANT TO WORK THERE!!!!!
Budsies :) !! It's a great company!
There are so many unique and stunning toys. Kudos to the company that also make these, they do one stunning job of making it extra special and unique for the child, oh not to forget to mention those extra small touches the did on some without it being on the drawing.
What a fun idea, and also this company is clearly good at what they do! I love stuff like this
I just love the skill of the manufacturers in replicating the drawings. Love the drawings, but not really the the computer graphic print outs. Great to see a childs imagination brought to life.
I love this so much
These things are pretty cool. Reminds me of that post with the pet slippers...but, I dont know if any of you looked, but these are regularly 139 dollars, plus tax and shipping. Currently on a 99 dollar sale. But...custom is opposite of cheap, 99.9999999999999% of the time. 😢
I'd probably draw toothless or the light fury
Cool I might have some characters for them to make!
I should send in a pic of my SU OC
Yes you should!! Whats its name?
Too powerful, he painted more realistic than plush toys! Maybe you can send him some personal gifts at Christmas time, you can refer to this Christmas gift list www.diycywcb.com
I want to do this sooo bad
I feel unartistic but I want to send in my art now too! Claim my little cousin, age 7, drew it...
Dang, I need to send some drawings in! I really have a good idea for a plushie!
Yeetus feetus because these kids are more talented in art than me I require self deleetus!
what is the company
It was amazing, good hard work pays off. I had order one toffy panda for my self and you can see how cute he is!! https://youtu.be/y8y7QnEpE6I You will be happy to see this video and you can order it online as well. Its too comfy and soft.
I'd love one (or more, they're so cute!!!) of these and i think they're the best gifts, but why, WHY are they so expensive!!!!!!!!! I'm just triggered by the price.
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY BUDSIE!!!!!
Omega flowey and sans.. wheres papyrus?
Awww yhea
Fantastic! Now I can't wait for my 1-month-old baby to be big enough to make his own design of a toy ❤
What’s the site?
These are all adorable and I would probably get one for myself if I had the money lmao
I WANT ONE
I'm rubbish at drawing, where can I get one of these done?
budsies.com ! :)
well im out never did draw any creatures only mechanical stuff.
Budsies can bring anything to life, not just creatures! Check out their social pages
THESE ARE SO MUCH BETTER THAN THOSE 'professional artist pimp childrens drawings' -nonesense. Here its about the child genius and not some 'pro-artists-vanity' thumbs go waaayy up
OH HELL NO! I have a three year old but I'm sending my drawings in first!
haha :)
Lol. I can't draw. I wonder if they would make a stick figure you for me?. Lol.
These are so cute. And the children's faces of joy are so nice to see :)
I like the ones drawn by children, they show originality and creative little minds, as only seen thru their eyes. Why ruin it by printing work done by professionals and giving no credit.
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
99$ is a little out of my price range
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
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/
My face hurts from smiling so much!
So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
They are cute but lets be honest, no way some of these were drawn by the kid. They are still adorable though.
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg
budsies.com! :)
lol, why am i not surprised xD
I love these!
Bored Panda, please don't cut these off at 30 or some nonsense. They're all awesome.
Follow Budsies on Instagram & Facebook for more!
I've heard of this site before, and I kind of want to order plush toy versions of some of my OCs.. not sure how much money I got, though.
I want to send all my drawings to them, if only they were cheaper...
Children have such wonderful imaginations! If memory serves, Picasso said that all children are all artists, but few of them remain artists when they grow up.
Some current and future furries from the looks of some lol
Expensive but from what I've seen, worth every penny.
These are all so adorable I MUST KNOW THE COMPANY THAT MAKES THESE I WANT TO WORK THERE!!!!!
Budsies :) !! It's a great company!
There are so many unique and stunning toys. Kudos to the company that also make these, they do one stunning job of making it extra special and unique for the child, oh not to forget to mention those extra small touches the did on some without it being on the drawing.
What a fun idea, and also this company is clearly good at what they do! I love stuff like this
I just love the skill of the manufacturers in replicating the drawings. Love the drawings, but not really the the computer graphic print outs. Great to see a childs imagination brought to life.
I love this so much
These things are pretty cool. Reminds me of that post with the pet slippers...but, I dont know if any of you looked, but these are regularly 139 dollars, plus tax and shipping. Currently on a 99 dollar sale. But...custom is opposite of cheap, 99.9999999999999% of the time. 😢
I'd probably draw toothless or the light fury
Cool I might have some characters for them to make!
I should send in a pic of my SU OC
Yes you should!! Whats its name?
Too powerful, he painted more realistic than plush toys! Maybe you can send him some personal gifts at Christmas time, you can refer to this Christmas gift list www.diycywcb.com
I want to do this sooo bad
I feel unartistic but I want to send in my art now too! Claim my little cousin, age 7, drew it...
Dang, I need to send some drawings in! I really have a good idea for a plushie!
Yeetus feetus because these kids are more talented in art than me I require self deleetus!
what is the company
It was amazing, good hard work pays off. I had order one toffy panda for my self and you can see how cute he is!! https://youtu.be/y8y7QnEpE6I You will be happy to see this video and you can order it online as well. Its too comfy and soft.
I'd love one (or more, they're so cute!!!) of these and i think they're the best gifts, but why, WHY are they so expensive!!!!!!!!! I'm just triggered by the price.
SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY BUDSIE!!!!!
Omega flowey and sans.. wheres papyrus?
Awww yhea
Fantastic! Now I can't wait for my 1-month-old baby to be big enough to make his own design of a toy ❤
What’s the site?
These are all adorable and I would probably get one for myself if I had the money lmao
I WANT ONE
I'm rubbish at drawing, where can I get one of these done?
budsies.com ! :)
well im out never did draw any creatures only mechanical stuff.
Budsies can bring anything to life, not just creatures! Check out their social pages
THESE ARE SO MUCH BETTER THAN THOSE 'professional artist pimp childrens drawings' -nonesense. Here its about the child genius and not some 'pro-artists-vanity' thumbs go waaayy up