Create Card Winner: Sam the Stick Man!
- Dee
- Jun 12
- 3 min read
Create Card Winner: Sam the Stick Man!
We’re so excited to reveal the latest winner of our Create Card Challenge—the wonderfully imaginative Sam the Stick Man, created by @becswithbalance!
This fun little character captured our hearts with its simplicity, charm, and creative use of natural materials. It’s amazing what you can make with just a few twigs, a couple of googly eyes, and a splash of imagination.
🏆 Meet Sam the Stick Man
Who knew a simple stick could have so much personality? Sam the Stick Man is a brilliant example of how children can bring their surroundings to life through play. Using foraged twigs, googly eyes, and glue, @becswithbalance and their young artist crafted a playful stick figure with its own quirky vibe.
Sam’s long limbs and expressive eyes give him a cheeky character—almost like he’s off on his own little forest adventure! It’s a fantastic reminder that nature really is the best toy box.
🪵 How It Was Made
Materials Used:
A handful of twigs (thin ones work best)
Googly eyes
Glue (or string, if you prefer a more rustic look)
Process:First, the twigs were arranged to create a classic stick figure shape—two arms, two legs, a torso, and a head. Everything was gently glued in place, and then those all-important googly eyes were added. You can’t help but smile when you look at Sam!
💚 Why We Chose It
We love all the entries we receive, but Sam stood out for a few special reasons:
It’s simple: You don’t need fancy craft supplies to create something brilliant.
It’s creative: Twigs became limbs, eyes turned a stick into a character, and suddenly—Sam was born!
It’s playful: This little creation sparked our imaginations. What’s Sam’s story? Is he a woodland explorer? A twig superhero? The possibilities are endless.
Best of all, it perfectly reflects what Creative Scavenger is all about—using nature to spark creativity and storytelling.
🌿 Make Your Own Stick Friend
Inspired by Sam? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make your own stick buddy on your next outdoor adventure.
Head Outside: Take a walk in your local park, woodland, or garden and collect a few twigs. Look for ones that are dry, thin, and roughly straight.
Gather Supplies: You’ll need googly eyes, glue (or string), and maybe a marker for facial features. Optional extras: leaves, acorns, moss, or bark for accessories.
Build the Body: Arrange the twigs into a stick figure shape and glue them together. If using string, tie at the joints.
Add a Face: Stick on the googly eyes, and draw a smile (or any expression you fancy).
Give It a Name: This is the fun part! A name gives your creation its own identity—just like Sam.
Tell Their Story: Is your stick person going on an adventure? Do they have friends? Draw or write about it if you like!
Pro Tip: Use bendy twigs for arms—they’re great for posing or holding little leaf “tools” or wearing acorn “hats.”
📸 Share Your Creations
We love seeing what you and your little explorers come up with! If you’ve created a nature-inspired artwork using one of our Create Cards, share it with us on social media.
Tag us @CreativeScavenger and use #CreateCardChallenge for your chance to be featured in our gallery of winners. It’s a brilliant way to celebrate your child’s creativity and inspire other families to get outdoors and get making.
🏕️ Why Nature Play Matters
Crafting with natural materials doesn’t just keep kids entertained—it helps them develop key skills like problem-solving, storytelling, and fine motor control. It also strengthens their connection to the environment, teaching them to appreciate and care for the world around them.
When children turn twigs into stick people or stones into mini monsters, they’re learning to look at nature in new and exciting ways. It’s not just play—it’s learning, creating, imagining, and exploring all rolled into one.
🌟 A Big Thank You
To all the families who have taken part in our Create Card Challenge so far—thank you! Every entry makes us smile, and we’re constantly amazed by the creativity out there.
Keep exploring, keep creating, and most of all—keep having fun with nature.
Happy crafting,The Creative Scavenger Team 🌿
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