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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.
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Thom Woodley 5 years ago
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.
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annabell howell 5 years ago
I LOVE THESE KIDS I WONDER HOW MANY UNDERTALE DRAWINGS THESE PEOPLE GET
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FatBaby 5 years ago (edited)
The rainbow on the doll is done weirdly but, other than that, its REALLY cool
Harry Poppins 5 years ago
Huh. you’re right! why would they do a rainbow like th..... have they no idea how light works?
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Piper Smythe 5 years ago
*The sight of such a talented kid artist fills you with DETERMINATION*
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Joyce Laundrie 5 years ago
This is my favourite, so much detail in the colours. The colours are perfect.
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What do you think ?
Panda Baller 5 years ago
OH HELL NO! I have a three year old but I'm sending my drawings in first!
Captain Marvellous ♥️ 5 years ago
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
Mari Tibbals 5 years ago
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
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FortnitePlayerGirl 5 years ago
How can I get this done on some of my drawings? I have some pretty lit anime drawings I'd like to see made.
Nostalgic Hyena 5 years ago
This is the website! https://www.budsies.com/
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comboplush 5 years ago
So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
glowworm2 5 years ago
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg 
Parmeisan 5 years ago
Bored Panda, please don't cut these off at 30 or some nonsense. They're all awesome.
Jayme Portanova 5 years ago
Follow Budsies on Instagram & Facebook for more!
Load More Replies... Nostalgic Hyena 5 years ago
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.
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
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.
TheNerdyOne 5 years ago
These are all so adorable I MUST KNOW THE COMPANY THAT MAKES THESE I WANT TO WORK THERE!!!!!
Barbara Berg 5 years ago
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.
Just a Purpler 5 years ago
What a fun idea, and also this company is clearly good at what they do! I love stuff like this
Lizzie the Crayon 5 years ago
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. 😢
pillow cases solid Hjql 4 years ago
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
Sophie Babbitt 5 years ago
I feel unartistic but I want to send in my art now too! Claim my little cousin, age 7, drew it...
Ashley Lopez 5 years ago
Dang, I need to send some drawings in! I really have a good idea for a plushie!
The Chopstick 5 years ago
Yeetus feetus because these kids are more talented in art than me I require self deleetus!
Savar Toysreview 5 years ago
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.
pissedoffpinkpanda 5 years ago
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.
Gosiulka Bloem 5 years ago
Fantastic! Now I can't wait for my 1-month-old baby to be big enough to make his own design of a toy ❤
Jayme Portanova 5 years ago
Budsies can bring anything to life, not just creatures! Check out their social pages
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Major Houlihan Bear 5 years ago
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
Panda Baller 5 years ago
OH HELL NO! I have a three year old but I'm sending my drawings in first!
Captain Marvellous ♥️ 5 years ago
Amazing! :0 It's a pity they're so expensive, even if I can understand why.
Mari Tibbals 5 years ago
$99 may seem like a lot, but it's really nothing for custom art work, which this is.
Load More Replies... FortnitePlayerGirl 5 years ago
How can I get this done on some of my drawings? I have some pretty lit anime drawings I'd like to see made.
Nostalgic Hyena 5 years ago
This is the website! https://www.budsies.com/
Load More Replies... comboplush 5 years ago
So, I think it is decided that plushie companies should hire kids as their design team from now on.
glowworm2 5 years ago
I'll admit, I've always wanted to have this little guy made into a plushie. His name is Popey! popey-5ca8...6a7011.jpg
Parmeisan 5 years ago
Bored Panda, please don't cut these off at 30 or some nonsense. They're all awesome.
Jayme Portanova 5 years ago
Follow Budsies on Instagram & Facebook for more!
Load More Replies... Nostalgic Hyena 5 years ago
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.
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
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.
TheNerdyOne 5 years ago
These are all so adorable I MUST KNOW THE COMPANY THAT MAKES THESE I WANT TO WORK THERE!!!!!
Barbara Berg 5 years ago
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.
Just a Purpler 5 years ago
What a fun idea, and also this company is clearly good at what they do! I love stuff like this
Lizzie the Crayon 5 years ago
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. 😢
pillow cases solid Hjql 4 years ago
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
Sophie Babbitt 5 years ago
I feel unartistic but I want to send in my art now too! Claim my little cousin, age 7, drew it...
Ashley Lopez 5 years ago
Dang, I need to send some drawings in! I really have a good idea for a plushie!
The Chopstick 5 years ago
Yeetus feetus because these kids are more talented in art than me I require self deleetus!
Savar Toysreview 5 years ago
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.
pissedoffpinkpanda 5 years ago
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.
Gosiulka Bloem 5 years ago
Fantastic! Now I can't wait for my 1-month-old baby to be big enough to make his own design of a toy ❤
Jayme Portanova 5 years ago
Budsies can bring anything to life, not just creatures! Check out their social pages
Load More Replies... Major Houlihan Bear 5 years ago
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
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