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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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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wrong, that dont belong to that kid, Belongs to furryshep from 2010. https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's the bandersnatch from the live action Alice in Wonderland, right?

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

again - almost definitely not a real drawing done by a kid of his age.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You got it ... https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No way that kid created that himself... people are so gullible.

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Printed off furrysheps deviant art page https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

danm if this kid is 9 yrs old or younger im gonna be pissed. i cant draw that well!!!

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For all those people saying "It's Furryshep's Bandersnatch!!!" how do we know thats not furryshep? [im joking lol]

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That doesn't look like a kid's drawing to me. ... I thought the title said that this company turns children's drawing into plush toys?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok, if that kid really drew that he deserves a job a Pixar or something.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great event! If you need customized gifts for children, you can refer to this list https://www.diyzroal.com

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not the first to have that idea. A Portuguese girl in 2012 has been in TV presenting her company and drawings she makes with children drawings... They could get more publicity and orders, but lot of work done before them! https://www.facebook.com/MonstroPintado/photos/a.247922988636203/366980396730461/?type=3&app=fbl

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, Wow!! That one is so amazing! The plushie has so much character, I would love to have one like that hanging out on my couch! It's truly unique and out of the ordinary. And that kid's got some talent!

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kids got NO talent, printed from furryshep who posted it in 2010 . https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Printed off furrysheps deviant art page /Users/aen100/Desktop/Screen Shot 2019-04-08 at 6.53.23 PM.pnghttps://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082" is what fish said.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe the person he stole it from? Like Furryshep? https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously, I love this drawing. I'm not saying the kid made a good drawing, I'm just saying the drawing is good. ok? this was one fricking word calm down people

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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hello guys! Making plush toys and textile dolls by your drawings from 34$,and Size from 30 cm.with best quality. 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

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The kid has drawn so amazing .He is truly God - gifted .I didn't understand what animal is it,but the drawing version seems some scary animal while the plushy counterpart is cute .

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

JABBERWOCKY FROM ALICE IN WONDERLAND, the cartoon that is

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not his artwork, it’s taken from furryshep on Devianart https://www.deviantart.com/furryshep/art/Bandersnatch-170191082

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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? 

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw! I'm guessing that this sweetheart had a cleft-lip when she was born. That's why her doll has one too!

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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.

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"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.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, there's no way that picture with immaculate understanding of shadows, outline technique and lace structure came from a child.

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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.

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The rainbow on the doll is done weirdly but, other than that, its REALLY cool

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks like one of the spirit animals from Coco! Why are all these kids better at drawing than me XD

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So much detail in the art and so well done in the stuff animal.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is my favourite, so much detail in the colours. The colours are perfect.

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