Paint the stick white and let dry. Repeat on the other side.
Cut felt into 3"x3" squares. Wrap around the top of the stick and hot glue together in the back. If you have more time, you can use white craft glue or felt glue and attach a wooden clothespin to the stick and hat to hold it in place while it dries.
Tie yarn around the top of the hat and trim ends. Fringe the top of the hat with scissors if you like.
Cut fabric into 8"x1" strips. Wrap strip of material around the neck, tie in a knot. Fringe the ends with scissors.
Use black marker, or a toothpick dipped in black paint to create the mouth and eyes.
Cut an orange toothpick in half. Glue half of the orange toothpick on for the nose.
Use white craft glue to attach 3 buttons or beads below the scarf.
Expert Tips & FAQs
Check WalMart or Home Depot, or any large store with a paint department. They are happy to give you a few free paint stick sticks if you don't have any on hand.
If you are doing this project with a group and need to keep the mess to a minimum, you can do some prep work. Paint the sticks white and let them dry, and pre-cut all the felt and fabric scraps.
If you can't find orange toothpicks, you can paint a regular toothpick or color it with an orange marker ahead of time.