What are plastic pellets?

There is a large market for accessories for creative projects. You can find special materials for any type of craft or hobby project. If you want to start sewing or knitting stuffed animals or dolls, you are most likely going to need some plastic pellets.

Plastic pellets provide weight and fullness to a stuffed toy, and you can get the material in different colours.

The filling material can be used for making decorative pillows as well.

What you need to know about using plastic pellets

Plastic pellets, or poly pellets, are small beads that measure about 0.5cm in diameter. The material is only used as filling for creative projects, and you can get the material in transparent, blue, pink and other standard colours.

If you have tried to make your own stuffed animals or dolls before, you will probably have come across wadding/fiberfill stuffing. The 2 materials are used for the same purpose. However, plastic pellets have the advantage of providing extra weight and base.

If you want to make a stuffed animal that is able to sit by itself, it will be ideal to use plastic pellets as stuffing. You can also mix the two types of filling materials to get all the different properties you want for your toy. 

Plastic pellets are suitable for both crochet and sewing projects

Due to the size of the plastic pellets, you need to pay attention to what you are using it for. It is best suited as a filling for sewing and crochet projects. You can design the cutest little crocheted animals for babies or toddlers and fill them with plastic pellets. The weight the material provides for the toy will create a sense of security for the small child, and it is therefore great for making comfortable toys.

Various manufacturers make plastic pellets. Be sure to choose a CE-marked product when you want to make stuffed toys with plastic pellets.

Plastic pellets