DIY Studio Ghibli ‘No Face’ Plushie

This cute, no sew felt project is the perfect gift idea for any Studio Ghibli fan! It’s easily recognizable and takes about 30 minutes to make.

cute diy spirited away no face Kaonashi plushie

The best part about making your own Kaonashi plushie is that it’s SUPER easy! Follow along with this quick step-by-step guide to create the best gift idea for a Spirited Away or Studio Ghibli fan.

Spirited Away was one of the first great works of Hayao Miyazaki that really captured my heart as a small child. Now, Studio Ghibli films have become one of my go-to movies to watch while crafting! The vivid colors and rich plots really inspire creativity within me. What’s your favorite Studio Ghibli movie? Tell us in the comments section, and come back soon for a DIY Calcifer template from Howl’s Moving Castle, coming up next!

supplies for making no face plushie toy

Supply List

printable studio ghibli cut out template

How To Make This DIY Stuffie:

spirited away character with felt and scissors

First, cut out the No Face body from the free printable template listed in the Supply List above.

free printable template and two round black pieces of felt

Use the cut out to trace both the front and back of your easy DIY no sew felt plushie.

face of template cut out and laid over white felt with supplies

Then, cut out the face only from the free downloadable template. Trace the face onto a sheet of white felt and cut out the circular shape.

front and back of plushie made with scissors and studio ghibli template

Using hot glue, attach the face to one of the black sides of your plushie.

Kaonashi diy stuffed toy

Cut out a triangle, eye and the mouth piece from the printable. Use these to trace both of your eyes, four triangle shapes and the mouth piece.

handmade studio ghibli gift idea

Attach those pieces to the white circular felt face using hot glue, be careful not to burn yourself!

assembling both sides of no sew felt plushie

Then, glue the front of the plushie to the back of your plushie, leaving the bottom free of glue so it can be stuffed with polyfil or cotton.

adding hot glue to bottom of stuffed plushie

Now, stuff your plushie full using cotton, polyfil or leftover felt scraps. Seal it shut with a long bead of hot glue.

cute diy spirited away no face Kaonashi plushie

Squish your plushie a few times to ensure all sides are glued down, and there you have it! Your very own Kaonashi plushie! Keep it for yourself or gift to a Ghibli enthusiast!

You can turn this easy no sew felt plushie into a coin purse, stuffie, or even a keychain for your backpack or purse! What should I make next? Share your thoughts in the comment section!

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