I added more stuffing and some needle holes

When creating DIY squishies, the tactile experience is everything. Adding more stuffing can significantly improve the squishiness, making the toy both more durable and satisfying to squeeze. However, simply stuffing the toy tightly isn't always enough. Introducing small needle holes allows the air to move inside the squishy, enhancing its ability to compress and rebound smoothly. This technique mimics the soft, bouncy feel that many seek in sensory toys. In my experience, using materials such as foam or soft fabric combined with careful stuffing creates a base squish that’s responsive yet resilient. Needle holes help prevent the material from becoming too rigid or overstuffed, which can reduce the satisfying effect. This is especially noticeable when recreating fun textures like those of Nerds gummy clusters, where the combination of softness outside and inside contributes to the realistic squishy sensation. Moreover, combining these structural tweaks with creative paper DIY methods can elevate your squishy-making craft. Customizing your squishies with unique shapes and themes, while focusing on internal stuffing and airflow, results in a product that’s more enjoyable to use and share. Overall, the added stuffing and needle holes not only improve the physical properties but also enhance the overall squishy experience, making it a rewarding project for creators and users alike.