Drawings by Young Artists Turned into a Huggable Softie

Nowadays, children have access to everything, even a tangible version of their own imaginary friend thanks to Wendy Tsao. The founder of Child’s Own Studio handcrafts one-of-a-kind plush dolls called softies from each child’s unique drawings. Tsao’s inspiration came from her then 4-year-old son’s drawing of the same wide-eyed stick figure over and over again. She decided to turn his sketches into a reality and the excitement she saw in his eyes when he recognized his very own softie is exactly what made her turn her craft into a full-fledged business. To date, she has made approximately 400 softies and continues to make each little artist’s imagination come true. (Above: CJ, Age 4)

Aidan, Age 5

Alex, Age 6

Bennet, Age 7

Brianna, Age 10

Eileen, Age 8

Emmanuella, Age 6

Emmeline, Age 5

For Alexia’s Friend

Gabi, Age 6

Julian, Age 8

Kathy, Age 6

Leilani, Age 4

Lila, Age 3

Lucas, Age 7

Mhari, Age 7

Orin, Age 5

Sarah, Age 5

Sophia, Age 9

Tennyson, Age 8