Poppy Makes Pockets
By (Author) Jemima Parker
Illustrated by Karen Erasmus
Exisle Publishing
EK Books
4th February 2026
Australia
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage social topics: Environment, sustainability and green issues
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Hardback
32
Width 255mm, Height 245mm
Poppy finds a crafty solution for carrying her treasures in this uplifting story about creativity, upcycling, community spirit and the joy of pockets!
Poppy picks up the most amazing things when shes out exploring, from glossy feathers to rattling seed pods to shiny buttons. But shes missing something very important: pockets to carry her findings!
After an unsuccessful wardrobe search, Poppys creativity is sparked. With some crafty textile upcycling, she makes her own pocket-covered outfit. Its such a success that she opens a stand in her street offering pocket-making for all. But what happens when Poppy runs out of fabric, and people still want pockets Can Poppy and her neighbourhood friends come together to find a solution
Girls clothing almost never has practical pockets, which affects how girls play, move, and navigate life. Poppy Makes Pockets celebrates of the joy of pockets, and highlights that girls need them too. It also explores themes of upcycling worn-out clothing, inspiring young readers to think about sustainable and creative solutions to problems. Full of positivity and joy, this delightful story will entertain little readers everywhere, especially those who love collecting treasures.
Jemima Parker is a writer and sewer with a degree in Visual Arts (textiles). She is passionate about nurturing creativity in children. Karen Erasmus is a qualified teacher who enjoys teaching illustration and design to TAFE students. She has illustrated numerous childrens picture books.