Feeling anxious about the talk on how life begins? No worries—I’ve got a fun solution for you! Today, I’m going to show you how to create a reversible felt “Beaver Baby.” Why reversible, you ask? Because it’s not just any ordinary crafting project; it serves as a playful educational tool to help answer that age-old question: “Mom, where do babies come from?” Just toss one to your kid and make a hasty exit. Boom! You’ve sidestepped the awkward conversation. You’re welcome!
Crafting Steps:
Step 1:
Start your adventure at your local fabric store. Pick up an array of colorful felt, some thread, and a fuzzy material for the “hair.” If you want to customize your Beaver Baby, choose materials that match your skin tone, hair color, and other personal touches. As you reach the cutting counter, click your heels together three times while whispering, “Please don’t ask me what I’m making, please don’t ask me what I’m making, please don’t ask me what I’m making.” It worked for me!
Step 2:
Next, create a template by cutting an oval from a piece of cardboard—about 6×4 inches should do.
Step 3:
Honestly, this is where things took a turn for the chaotic. I used my oval to cut various shapes, made adjustments, and ultimately ended up with a result that didn’t quite satisfy me. The labia didn’t align properly, and I completely spaced on adding a clitoris! How could I forget that vital detail?! I want to provide you with solid instructions, so I’ll refine the design and offer a downloadable pattern soon. Meanwhile, let’s continue with the process…
Step 4:
Let’s pretend you’ve managed to sew everything together. Now for the “pubic hair application” phase! I pondered long and hard about which glue to use for attaching the fuzz. Unfortunately, my decision led to a minor catastrophe. Today’s lesson: when you apply super glue to cotton or wool, it creates a rapid exothermic reaction that can cause burns or even ignite the material. Oops! Just a tip: be sure to cook dinner before attempting this step—my “pubic hair” ended up stuck to my fingers and finding its way into the grilled cheese!
Step 5:
With fingers singed and labia askew, let’s cut to the chase. TADA! The final product is here! These delightful creations make excellent gifts for gender reveal parties, quirky friends, or new parents who have a sense of humor.
Stay tuned for my next tutorial on crafting a C-Section Baby!
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In summary, this crafting journey not only provides a quirky solution for a common parenting dilemma but also adds a splash of humor to the often awkward conversations around life’s beginnings.