Have you ever noticed that almost every object you can think of has been brought to life in cartoons? Here's how to do it. You will need: Pen Paper Felt Tips

First draw out any inanimate object. It can be anything you like - Neil drew a pencil and a paintbrush.

Then add living characteristics and features, like a face, arms and legs.

You can even use specific parts of the object as bits of the face! For example the brush part of the paintbrush can become a beard!

Once you've brought them to life, colour them in.

This technique will work with any object. Try it yourself!