I have finished my first batch of 16 kitty ornaments and thought I should share the results. As many of you may know, I like to participate in one or two craft shows every Christmas and my followers have come to expect some ornaments from me as well as my "Wooly Critters" and art dolls. Who am I to disappoint?
I made up my own wee pattern for the cats that involves a head and body made of woven cloth that is then gessoed and painted with acrylic paints to capture the face and upper body of the cat. The limbs are from wool felt as it is easy to work with and comes in "kitty" colours.
Once the cats are assembled I add felt and tulle clothing and even some hand knitted hats and scarfs. Finally the final touches may include jingle bells (to warn the birds), lace, embroidery and snowflakes or wreaths. They are about 4" tall and can stand on their own, although I have added a fishing line loop to each one so they can hang on a tree as well.
I loved making them and hope you enjoy the results;
My blog is designed to share my love and enthusiasm for art dolls with family and friends.
Tuesday 1 August 2017
Sunday 9 July 2017
Christmas in July
Well, it is that time of the year when I start to make my Christmas ornaments in preparation for the holiday craft shows that I love. This year I am making Christmas bunnies, as usual, and a new addition, Christmas kitties. I hope you enjoy the photos. The bunnies are felt with felt jackets the girls with tulle skirts and the boys with top hats. Of course they all sport their precious bunny slippers!
I will of course, make more kitties and some penguins and some foxes! What fun!
I will of course, make more kitties and some penguins and some foxes! What fun!
Saturday 24 June 2017
Fluevog Shoes
At last! Today was the grand opening of the first Fluevog Shoe store in Victoria BC on Johnston Street. The shoes are works of art! I would not know which ones to try on! Here is a sampling:
Tuesday 20 June 2017
Comic Relief
I did not make the doll I am sharing here today.
I am sharing it for some comic relief for my friends "in the know":
Question: What happens when one fails to settle one's debts?
Answer: One is left out in the cold!
Yes, poor Bentley the butler has been let go.
I am sharing it for some comic relief for my friends "in the know":
Question: What happens when one fails to settle one's debts?
Answer: One is left out in the cold!
Yes, poor Bentley the butler has been let go.
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