Mini Mandrake Root Cat Toy

I used the same basic pattern as the regular sized mandrake root and shrunk it down to 4" tall, doing the shape out of beige velour.  The leaves on top were done out of green felt, and I used 4mm black beads for eyes (keep them tiny!).  The roots were textured brown/tan/gold hairy yarn strands tied into a knot in the middle so when they're sewn in they won't pull out.

The result was immensely cute!  I gave them a soft sculptured frown and pursed lips via needle sculpting, and did indications of arms and a leg division but also made sure there were bumps and angles sewn across the front of them. It took maybe 10 minutes to needle sculpt the bodies but it was worth the effort.  

Catnip inside = cat toy.  Done without catnip you can put a split ring on and make them a keychain charm.