Owl meets penguins

Once there was a wise old owl who was hangin' out, lookin' for some fun.

He heard a noise around the corner....
Penguin Party
Yep, the penguin posse was on the move.

They stop and have a chat. "What are you fine gentlemen up to this evening?" says the wise owl.

"Well, we were all supposed to be gettin' on a plane for parts around the world, but we missed it," the front man said.

The owl, being wise, knew of a short cut to get to the airport. "Follow me," says he.

In their excitement, they joined together in a conga line, singing down the road.

Singing sea shanties and causing some commotion all the way down the street.

Yep, I think they may miss the next plane. Rowdy bunch. Be careful wise old owl. Remain wise.


If you're expecting one of these in the mail, it's that much closer to getting there. Delay in getting the proper envelopes.
Apologies.

Have a good one,
Amanda

Penguin party

In addition to the spring swap, I signed up for a bird swap! This time, instead of making 15, I just make 2 and send it directly to the recipients.
I hemmed and hawed about what to make, started things and changed my mind a million times. I finally decided to make these penguins from Wool Pets. (yes, I caved and bought the book as a bday treat)

Fun to make and quite the personalities.

They have a few secrets between them.

And I hope they can keep in touch as they travel separately around the world from one another.

In addition to the penguins, I made a little 4x6 pouch. It has vinyl in the front as a peek a boo case. The one I made for myself has a playground emergency kit. You know, band aids, wipes, elastics, needle thread, safety pins, hair elastics, mini spoons, mini pencil, and a few tea bags. I also make a larger one for kids treasures. I'm hoping to do my 1st tutorial with this pouch soon.

See how you can see the lining? The back is red denim. I love red denim. Must get more.

So there you go, some birdies will be boxed up and sent in the mail, if Canada Post doesn't go on strike on Tuesday. grrrr..


Make sure you come back tomorrow for the gigantic "Sew Mama Sew" giveaway here and in blog land. You won't want to miss my red and grey theme.

Cheers,
Amanda

Troop of monkeys

Yep, I just had to..


I think I had beginner's luck. Not so happy with the 2nd one. It is bigger, on purpose, but the pipe cleaners seems a little flimsy for the length.


But I love his attitude with the hat.


looks like these guys are gonna be trouble....


thanks for looking,
Amanda

needle felted sock monkey

look what I made...

No, not that, this...


I made his limbs with pipe cleaners so they're bendy.



so much fun to make. i think I'll make a few more for my gift cupboard. this one has already been loved and claimed!

have a great day!!
Amanda

little green elf

Hi ho,
We're taking it easy this morning after a late night watching Canada day fireworks. We had friends over at the sailing club. The kids had a great time. After they went home, we sat on the dock and watched fireworks from the city to the east and fireworks from another club to the west. Was lovely indeed.

Here is my work in progress..


he's from my new book Wool Toys and Friends

Here's a little tip:
If you're going to make a needle felted softie, don't use a hand painted braid of wool. When you wrap around and around, the variances of shades does not lend to blending very well. Yep, use a solid colour. I need to work on getting the little belly and chunky legs on top. Maybe there's something deep inside of me that's trying so hard to not make another belly and chunky thighs. I'm trying to get rid of my own.!!:}


I like his bendy limbs, but need to work on the shape of his hat. it's too gnomey.
Doesn't he look darling?

Tomorrow,
crayon rubbings from the yard game

Thanks for looking,
Amanda