Thai String Dolls Tutorial

Originating from Thailand, Thai string dolls are handcrafted toys made from one continuous cotton string. Colorful, impish and oh-so-cute, these little guys make the perfect Halloween DIY project for teens. The original Thai string dolls are quite challenging to make (lots of pins and potential unraveling), so I adapted this project into a teen and tween friendly tutorial that captures the look without the headache. All you need to get started is embroidery thread, pipe cleaners, glue, scissors, and sequins or beads.

(Left ) Original Thai Kamibashi string doll   (Right) inspired string doll by Andrea

The best part of making string dolls is that you can make virtually any little creature you want, be it from your imagination or one of your favorite characters. Teens will also have an absolute ball dressing up their little string doll. Small details really make these guys unique, so it's a great way to utilize all your left over beads, buttons, felt and other small objects.

You can make virtually any character!

Download this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to make your own version of a Thai string doll using embroidery thread and  pipe cleaners. Download 4YA's "Halloween String Doll Tutorial"

Send 4YA pictures of your string dolls and I will feature them on our blog! Email Andrea

Links:
The Original Thai string doll makers Saan Ha:
http://www.originalsaanha.com/

For design ideas and to buy your own authentic Thai string doll visit Kamibashi:
http://www.kamibashi.com/products/dolls/stringdolls/

Want to learn how to make authentic string dolls? Check out the tutorial by xxxSleepiexxx on DeviantArt
Sleepie's String Doll Tutorial

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