Cozy Cluck Cuties! Create A Whimsical Chicken Themed Card & Plush

There’s something so satisfying about crafting with different textures, and today’s project is a perfect example of that! I’m combining felt and paper to create a coordinating card and plush using the Felt Cozy Cluck Etched Dies from Spellbinders. If you love adding a little whimsy to your projects, this one is for you.

I’ve always been drawn to handmade plushies. There’s something nostalgic about them—like those cherished childhood toys that were well-loved and well-worn. So, when I saw this die set, I knew I had to create both a soft, stitched version and a coordinating card. And let me tell you, working with both felt and cardstock in one crafting session was such a fun creative challenge.

Let’s dive into the details of how I brought this cozy little hen to life!

Cozy Cluck Cuties:

Crafting the Plush Cozy Cluck

To start, I cut all the plush pieces from wool felt in a variety of colors. I love using wool felt for projects like this because it has a beautiful, soft texture and holds up well to stitching. If you’ve never worked with wool felt before, here’s a quick tip: Use a rotary cutter or sharp scissors to get clean cuts then I ran the Felt through the die cutting machine with the Cozy Cluck Dies—some felt can be tricky with standard craft scissors.

For the stitching, I kept things simple with DMC White Essentials Floss and used a basic blanket stitch to assemble the pieces. If hand-stitching isn’t your thing, you could absolutely use a sewing machine, but I love the meditative process of sewing by hand. There’s something about the slow, repetitive stitches that makes me appreciate the process even more.

Once all the details were attached, I added a little batting to give my hen some dimension. She turned out so soft and squishy—perfect for gifting or displaying alongside my card!

Bringing the Cozy Cluck to Life on Paper

Since the die set is larger than a standard A2 card, I opted for an A6 card base. It’s always good to let the size of your design guide your card base instead of forcing elements to fit—this gives the card a more balanced and intentional look.

I used the 48 Color Wheel Cardstock Pack to find the closest matches to my felt colors, which made everything coordinate beautifully. To keep the paper elements from looking too flat, I added a little ink blending to the edges before assembling the pieces. This is a small detail, but it makes a huge difference in adding dimension and warmth.

Pro Tip: If you ever feel like your die-cut shapes look too “paper-y,” ink blending or light shading with colored pencils can help bring them to life. Even a soft touch of ink around the edges makes a world of difference.

Once my chicken was assembled, I wanted to create a little environment for her to sit in. Using the Floral Spray Etched Dies, I cut out several pieces to build a nest-like cluster around her. Tucking in florals and leaves adds softness and movement to the design, making it feel more dynamic.

Finishing Touches & Faux Stitching Magic

To tie everything together, I used the Hello Smile Etched Dies for my sentiment, cutting the word "hello" from coordinating cardstock. Keeping the sentiment simple let the design shine without overwhelming the scene.

Then came my favorite part—adding details! Since the plush version has real stitching, I wanted to mimic that look on my card. I grabbed my white, brown, and black gel pens and traced over the die-cut stitching holes to create a faux stitched effect. It’s such an easy way to add texture and keep the handmade feel consistent between the felt and paper versions.

Of course, no card is complete without a little sparkle! I added Prism AB Gems and Clear Hero Hues Enamel Dots to my hen’s neck and tail for a finishing touch. These small details help guide the eye across the design and make everything feel polished.

Final Thoughts

I love how this project turned out—combining felt and paper crafting gave me a chance to step outside my usual routine and try something different. Whether you create both the plush and the card or just one of them, this die set is so fun to play with.

If you’ve never mixed textures in your projects before, I highly recommend it! The combination of soft felt with crisp cardstock adds so much depth, and it’s a great way to experiment with new techniques.

I’d love to hear what you think—have you ever made a coordinating plush and card before? Let me know in the comments or tag me on social media if you give this project a try!

Thanks for dropping by today I hope that you found a little spark of creative inspiration with my project today. Wondering what I used in this project? Everything is linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails in the Materials Used section, or in the text below. Compensated affiliate links used when possible.

Materials Used:

Here you will find the list of supplies that I used to create today's card. All supplies are linked to supply sources below. Compensated affiliate links may be used at no cost to you.

Happy Stampin'

Rick Adkins

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