5.11.2010

car mat

I know there are a lot of felt stuff out there. And I have seen some freakin cute ones. (serious those felt playhouses blow my mind!!!)  My nephew's birthday was coming up and he LOVES cars. Loves them. and I knew I wanted to make him a felt car activity mat. (all hot glue of course cause those sewing ones are TIME CONSUMING!)

Went and bought some felt
THis pile cost me $12. But as I am starting...I probably have enough for two activity mats and BIG quiet book....hey you can never have enough felt!!!
Cut a big square (I think its 36 inches by 36 inches) I bought a yard at Joanns (their felt is taller than walmart) and This is that yard just cut in half
And I took 3 inch strips of my red felt and binded the sides...using my hot glue
Just started hot gluing in the middle and worked my way around
see my vacuumn. THat is what I am supposed to be doing  instead of crafting.
STarted with my garage....and started the roads from there
I layed them all out before..to make sure they would all connect. Then hot glued them down.
The garage is just three pockets

THen I just started adding fun stuff. I included where his mom and dad works, His house on the hill, his grandpa's farm and a SUPER walmart...cause what's a town without a super walmart!
(see my little redbox by walmart (i heart redbox))
and the flowers by the hospital are for the sick people (according to my daughter--she was helping me! and it was so fun..except when I couldn't make the slide look right so I said that the park would just have swings...she really wanted the slide!)
and it rolls up nice and small
And I am happy to report HE LOVES IT! So much that there was a big fight when the other kids wanted to play with it! TRUE Success!
And I have so much felt left over I am going to have to make my son one....and my daughter (princess style!)
and did you see this cute my little pony mat? I love it!
Smashed Peas and Carrots made this awesome thing!!!


update:
have you seen my other felt mat versions?
littlest pet shop mat

batman mat

travel size

felt mat girl version

lego felt mat


star wars

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77 comments:

  1. Alison @ Oopsey DaisyMay 11, 2010 at 11:37 PM

    Alright my dear, you are entirely too talented! I cannot believe this!! Perhaps if I have leftover felt from my quiet book I will attempt such a feat!!

    PS How do you cut out such cute felt letters?!

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  2. Angela BrianMay 12, 2010 at 12:15 AM

    first of all: i am your newest follower!

    second: oh my goodness! you are a felt rockstar!

    i found you from a post you wrote on someones blog... I AM SO HAPPY I AM HERE! WAY CUTE BLOG!

    i know its not friday follow anymore, but feel free to check me out sometime:

    greensubmarinediydesign.blogspot.com

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  3. JillMay 12, 2010 at 1:33 AM

    Hi there,

    Found you through Trendy Treehouse, and I'm now following! You've got some amazing stuff on your blog! Looking forward to exploring it some more!!

    Jill

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  4. CraftyMummyMay 12, 2010 at 2:12 AM

    This is so cute - I LOVE all the little details and the way you personalised it for him :)

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  5. Jen @ lil Mop TopMay 12, 2010 at 6:13 AM

    So cute! it looks like it took you FOREVER! Hopefully I can try that one day. Love that you did it without sewing! :)

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  6. ellie gMay 12, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Ummmm...that is absolutely darling. You are a genius. (and felt is genius as well...but it seems like you already know that)

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  7. JennRawksMay 12, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    you're my idol.

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  8. mustangkaylaMay 12, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    This is super cool!

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  9. MaggieMay 12, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    OH MY HECK! That playmat is adorable AND so detailed!! I LOVE IT!!! Great job, great job, great job!!!
    -Mags

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  10. M.O.T.BMay 12, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    Wow, My son would love this. So cute!

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  11. Amy @ Positively SplendidMay 12, 2010 at 2:44 PM

    You have once again outdone yourself! This is absolutely amazing, Kimbo!

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  12. Syndee@gourmetgalMay 12, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Adorable! And, yes...how do you cut out such cute felt letters? And how much fabric of each color did you buy? Going this week to get some. Totally inspired!

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  13. somedaycraftsMay 12, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    Amazing! My kids would flip over something this amazing. I am featuring this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com.

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  14. AnonymousMay 12, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Of course he loved it! What's there not to love? Geat job. I gotta get me a glue gun.

    http://hauplight.blogspot.com/

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  15. Foundinthe-ALIMay 13, 2010 at 12:39 AM

    So cute!! I love this.. I think i'm going to make this for the little boy I babysit for. super cute.

    Im following you... i couldn't remember if was already.. but I definitely am now :P

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  16. Pati @ A Crafty EscapeMay 13, 2010 at 6:19 AM

    This is beyond cute!

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  17. Amy @ Positively SplendidMay 13, 2010 at 7:18 AM

    I have this project highlighted on my blog today. :)

    www.positivelysplendid.com

    Take care!
    Amy

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  18. seven thirty threeMay 13, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    WOW! That is one LUCKY boy. What an awesome mat!

    I've made several activity mats for different kids in the last year, but none this big!

    Thanks for linking up with What are little boys made of?

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  19. Dawn MichelleMay 13, 2010 at 11:46 AM

    What a GREAt idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  20. EllenMay 13, 2010 at 12:02 PM

    You must put this in your etsy shop! my boy is turning 3 at the end of may and would LOVE this, but i'm just not that creative! please, make more!!!

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  21. Camille @ Camille's CasaMay 13, 2010 at 2:06 PM

    Amazing!! I really want to make one of these for my little guy. Did you hot glue it all really? No sewing? I'm following your blog now too, keep the good stuff coming!

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  22. a little bit of everythingMay 13, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    Visiting from TGC - love the car mat. So creative!

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  23. testing 1May 13, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    Hello, girl after my own heart, I too can only use glue, and I'm not ashamed to say it! I absolutely love this, the little one is having a Cars party coming up and I need to make this...oh and I would love to share with my raders!

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  24. Jamie Lane DesignsMay 14, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    This is so adorable! I am here from New Friend Friday - hope you stop by to visit!

    http://jamielanedesigns.blogspot.com/

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  25. Kami @ Sweet Charli...May 14, 2010 at 9:58 AM

    Very VERY cute! I always have loved these! When I have a boy I am for sure going to attempt to make one! Thanks so much for linkin' up with us this week! Good Job!

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  26. NikkiMay 14, 2010 at 11:45 AM

    Super cute. I think I try to make one of these. Thanks for sharing.

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  27. UnknownMay 14, 2010 at 12:07 PM

    Oh my gosh! That is the cutest homemade toy I have EVER seen and I a a retired Preschool teacher! I might have to make one for my grandkids playroom! Well done!

    ~Rainey~

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  28. Welcome to My LifeMay 14, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    Wow! you are so talented! I want to make one for my son, he will love it.

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  29. JuliannaMay 14, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    That's awesome! Dropping by from New Friend Friday! If you have any flower projects I am hosting a Flower Week linky party. http://singingthreelittlebirds.blogspot.com/2010/05/flower-week-linky-party.html
    Hope you'll check it out!

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  30. Sarah JaneMay 14, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    This is such a fun mat! My little girl really loves cars, so I for sure need to make one for her! Thanks for the tut!

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  31. The Bearded Lady (Laura)May 14, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    Your nephew is one blessed little boy!! He will LOVE it!! You did an incredible job!! Thank you for sharing!!

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  32. Sweet Little SmoothieMay 14, 2010 at 7:01 PM

    Wow this is AWESOME! I love that you can customize it for the recipient - such a great idea!! I'm sure you're nephew will LOVE it! Thanks for sharing :)

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  33. JamieMay 14, 2010 at 8:54 PM

    Totally awesome! Love the little baseball field!! Great job!

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  34. KateMay 15, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    Seriously adorable!

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  35. Sixty-Fifth AvenueMay 15, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    SO cute!! My daughter would love that too.
    Londen

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  36. Nicole A.May 15, 2010 at 10:09 PM

    So cute!! My son would love it!! Awesome job!!

    Thanks for stopping over to visit me :)

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  37. Love and LollipopsMay 16, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    Hi!

    This is amazing! You have inspired me so! My youngest will be 2 in August, so I'm going to go ahead and see if I can create something as beautiful!

    I just now found your blog and had to smile at your name...I can so relate, 'cause I just don't sew, but love all things etsy!

    I just did a post and tutorial on a No-Sew Caterpillar and Butterfly! Hope you will pop over and come and have a look.

    Kind regards,
    Georgia (www.allthingschildren.blogspot.com)

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  38. michelle@somedaycraftsMay 18, 2010 at 12:19 PM

    Oh I need one of those!! You did a wonderful job! Thanks for linking up!

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  39. Stacy of KSWMay 18, 2010 at 9:44 PM

    This is the coolest thing EVER!! I have three little ones that will be eternally grateful to you

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  40. Jenn @ Delicious AmbiguityMay 20, 2010 at 6:02 AM

    This is amazing! Thanks for sharing! I'd love it if you'd come link up to Tot Tuesdays: http://www.mydeliciousambiguity.com/

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  41. Kristi FlanaganMay 20, 2010 at 6:25 PM

    My son would have loved this when he was little. So, so cute! Thanks for planting your creative seeds at Plant a Punkin Seed Party. Come back again on Friday!

    Kristi
    Punkin Seed Productions

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  42. UnknownMay 20, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    That is just gorgeous. I love making stuff out of felt. Another project to add to the list!

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  43. Stephanie CameronMay 20, 2010 at 11:10 PM

    That is seriously adorable!! My nephew would love one as well! Maybe for his birthday!! Thanks!

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  44. GingerMay 25, 2010 at 7:38 AM

    Super cute! Love it! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

    Ginger
    SSB

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  45. UnknownMay 25, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    this is so cute! what a lucky boy
    amy

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  46. Jenn @ Delicious AmbiguityMay 29, 2010 at 4:23 AM

    Thanks for linking up to Tot Tuesdays! I love this mat & I featured you last Tuesday. Sorry I suck & didn't stop by sooner to let you know. Feel free to grab my featured button (under "buttons" in my menu bar). Have a great week!

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  47. GingerMay 31, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    Just wanted to let you know that you were featured today here:

    http://superstinkyboys.blogspot.com/2010/05/mad-skills-monday-link-party-10.html

    Feel free to snag my Featured button! Thanks!
    Ginger
    SSB

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  48. BrittanyJuly 10, 2010 at 1:24 PM

    LOVE this! I always planned on making one of these, but just thought I'd make it with markers and a sheet, like my mom did. But, this is so much cuter with the felt!! LOve it. Thanks for the idea. I'm featuring it on my blog this month. :) little-inspirations.blogspot.com

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  49. LindseyJuly 22, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    This is so incredibly cute and a great idea! I'm making one right now for a friend's birthday party. One question - how did you get such great mitered corners? I don't do a lot of sewing and I've never done felt corners that well!

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  50. mylittlegemsJuly 22, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    Seriously so so cute! I can't believe you used a glue gun- :) I have one about 1/2 way done-but I am so linking this cutie when I publish mine ;) very cute- love it.

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  51. RhondaJuly 24, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    I really love this! I am making one for my stepson's birthday! Going tomorrow to get the goods, but I don't know how much felt to get.

    Also, how did you attach the ties for rolling up?

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  52. ♥ Carine Calé ♥September 7, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    Thank you very much!!!!

    Carine

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  53. monicaNovember 15, 2010 at 2:31 PM

    love love love this!! you are one talented lady!!!

    xo
    monica

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  54. alisonDecember 15, 2010 at 7:07 AM

    Thank you so much for posting this--I just finished mine! http://at-home-adventures.blogspot.com/2010/12/homemade-gifts-car-playmat.html

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  55. AnonymousDecember 28, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    Oh, my gosh! Wow. You did a great job on this and I am totally bookmarking it for a future project....

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  56. Mommy on the go!January 5, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    This is awesome! I just posted a link to it on my blog:

    http://weddedmommybliss.blogspot.com/2011/01/all-felt-and-glue-gun-play-matwow.html

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  57. Mommy on the go!January 6, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    You have inspired me! Check my blog (in a few days) and you'll start to see my play mat! I can't wait to finish this for my son!

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  58. The Iowa Farmer's WifeJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    LOVE this and wanted to let you know I made one for my daughter and encouraged my readers to let you know if they ended up making one too. Thanks for the awesome idea!
    http://theiowafarmerswife.blogspot.com/2011/01/felt-car-mat.html

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  59. LauraJanuary 28, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    So cute, I wish you had a pattern for all the cute cut outs.

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  60. Kevin and StephanieFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Thank you for inspiring me! I made one of these awesome felt car mats for my little guy for Cmas and he loved it! If you want to check it out here it is: http://sghouseofg.blogspot.com/2011/01/most-ambitious-cmas-craft-present-ive.html
    I also linked back to you in that post.

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  61. ErikaMarch 4, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    I LOVE my glue gun!!! This blog is amazing!!! Thanks for sharing!

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  62. RommyMarch 9, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Oi amei essa idéia desse tapete!!!!Parabéns!!!Eu sou professora de educação infantil de creche e sempre procuro idéia novas para entreter as crianças e essa idéia é maravilhosa!!!
    Bjos Rommy
    blog:rommy-ateliesdasflores.blogspot.com

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  63. Sassy Sites!April 6, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    {SEW}cute!! My little boy needs one of these for sure!! Thanks for joining our link up party over at Sassy Sites! Happy Wednesday! xoxo!!

    Marni @ Sassy Sites!

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  64. AmandaApril 15, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    I've put together a round up of fun family activity projects on Craft Gossip today and included your post. :) You can see it here
    http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/6-fun-family-game-projects/

    I included your pay mat from Idea Room too!

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  65. mommy2luke2008April 22, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    This is amazing! I love all the little details! My son would have a ball with this! I featured it on my friday favorites!
    http://www.lilbitofus.com/2011/04/friday-favorites_22.html

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  66. Love and LollipopsApril 27, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Hi there!

    I have just done a post about my car mat and linked back here to you, 'cause you were my wonderful inspiration!

    Here's the link
    http://allthingschildren.blogspot.com/2011/04/felt-car-play-mat.html

    Hope you will pop over!

    Georgia

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  67. Flávia BorgesJune 16, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Parabéns pelo belíssimo trabalho.
    Grande beijo!
    Flavinha

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  68. UnknownJuly 19, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Obviously you know this (you have a ton of comments) but you are AWESOME!!! Seriously!! I love felt and hot glue and this is perfect!!!! Love it!!

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  69. Olives and PicklesAugust 29, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I loved your tutorial ,thanks for sharing I am linking to your page form my blog.
    Patty

    http://olivesandpickles.blogspot.com/2011/08/felt-car-activity-mat.html

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  70. NicholeSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    I've seen some big one but yours is cute. Where do you usually put your works? Do you have a gallery?


    Furnace Home Greenwood Indiana

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  71. seven thirty threeOctober 3, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I made one for my son and he is in love. You can check it out here (with props to AGAAGG of course!):
    http://733blog.blogspot.com/2011/10/felt-car-play-mat.html

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  72. AshleyOctober 25, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    THANKS YOU SOOOO MUCH for this insperation:) I am just starting this for my sons christmas:) i will be sure and link back:) LOVE IT!!!!
    xoxo
    ash

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  73. Enjoying the ChaosNovember 29, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    What size did you make the travel mat???
    Do you have any templates??

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  74. RachelAugust 3, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    Love these play mats! I linked you up in my DIY Matchbox car post today http://onceuponasewingmachine.com/diy-matchbox-car-roundup/

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  75. SM BloggerOctober 5, 2012 at 12:15 AM

    This is one of the best posts that I’ve ever seen; you may include some more ideas in the same theme. I’m still waiting for some interesting thoughts from your side in your next post.
    Toyota Crown For Sale

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  76. MoeDecember 6, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    New follower here. I am making a car mat similar to this for Christmas for my 18 month old. Your blog makes me feel creative (and I am not so this could be a disaster. haha)

    www.adventureswithcaptaindestructo.com

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  77. UnknownMarch 30, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    I love this playmat, my son is only 18 months but I think it would be a great Christmas present. I have only ever done quiet books, but I am getting better as time view.

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