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Hello!
Wow, it feels like such a long time since I last posted. Life has been crazy, between packing up our house for the big move and traveling to Oklahoma to watch my little sister graduate from Army Basic Training. But between all the chaos, I have still managed to do some sewing.
I am so excited to share my latest crew of Fuzzies: The Runts!
These little guys are miniature, simplified versions of their big brothers and sisters. I am using recycled fabric for each one, and Stephen is writing some wonderful haikus to accompany them. I am having so much fun with them!
I have started adding them to the shop, so be sure to check back often for some new cuteness.
Yay!
Hello!
Today I am so excited to share the latest addition to my plush collection: Graham the Rarebit, made by the wonderful Leeanna of Plush Goodness:
Isn't he glorious? I have been a big fan of Leeanna's work ever since I have been a part of the Plush Team. And when I got the opportunity to see her plush in person at the Candyland Show, they were even more amazing (if that's even possible)! When Leeanna inquired if I'd be willing to do a plush swap, I didn't even need to give it a second thought.
I loved the retro styling she gives some of her creations, so that was my only request - I didn't want to hinder the greatness that is Leeanna. And boy, she didn't disappoint. When I received Graham last week, I was so excited I don't even want to tell you what I did...
The fabrics are so fun, and his face is so adorable, but what really blows me away are her attention to details. Take a look at all of the accessorizing happening here:
He's wearing a belt, complete with belt loops! And a corsage! And he has a lovely little patch with a hand-stitched "L" on his back. Pinned to Graham was a fun Plush Goodness pin and custom ribbon. And did I mention the hand-drawn hangtag and story?
It's Graham's greatest wish to become a celebrated folk singer like his idols from the 1960s. Despite being tone deaf and unable to play the guitar, Graham still sings along with the radio, and occasionally torments his friends with off-key renditions of "Judy BlueEyes". He also loves to dress in clothes reminiscent of the 60s - an ode to Flower Power.
Aw, I love him so much! Before I saw him, I thought I might let Stella play with him a bit. But now that he is in my hands, sorry kiddo - I'm not sharin'!
So if you get a chance, I highly encourage you to check out Leeanna's shop, Plush Goodness and her fun blog. And if you are looking for some unique portraits for your family or for a gift, look at what else she can do: Plushcatures! She is one talented lady.
Yay!
Wyatt and Katie are two of Stephen's co-workers who have fallen in love and are going to get married this Fall (yay!). They are a super-fun couple that I have had the pleasure of getting to know since Stephen has worked at Saris.
Well, not too long ago, Katie asked me if I'd be willing to help her out with their Save the Date postcards. After I found out their color scheme of black, grey and magenta and their possible theme of bikes, I knew this was going to be a neat-o project.
I really wanted to screen print the postcards, but with our crazy purging and cleaning, and having potential buyers come through our house, I knew that was going to be a challenge. But I love challenges, so I surged ahead. Things got off to a smooth start, but then I realized for whatever reason my positives were different sizes. Doh! That won't make for accurate registration, that's for sure.
Other than that little hiccup, it was a pretty good print run. It was my first time printing two-sided, so I wasn't sure how the registration worked for that. After a lot of guessing and testing, I finally got the spacing right. It was a great learning experience. And, in my personal opinion, I think they turned out really good!
I was excited I got to throw in some of my hand-drawn type and an old-school tandem bicycle. Thanks, Wyatt and Katie, for this fun, creative opportunity!
Please help me welcome the two newest members to the Fuzzy family: Bramiot and Chiloo.
Chiloo the Dog:
Chiloo constantly was sneaking out of classes in high school to go down to the music room and mess around with instruments. His parents couldnt stop him, and his teachers barely tried to contain him, so his love of music grew. Then one day he picked up the bass guitar, and was hooked. After years spent playing in funk bands all across the country, Chiloo wants to slow down the pace and find a friend willing to help keep rhythm.
Chiloo was donated to the Merrill Lynch Grand Gala to support the Domestic Abuse Intervention Services. I heard he went to a great home!
Bramiot the Monkey:
It's one thing to be a monkey, it's a whole other thing to be a monkey who loves grass. Bramiot couldn't get enough of mowing, raking and fertilizing, so he begged his way onto the crew of a baseball stadium grounds department. But no matter his disguise, fans ways went bananas when he came out between innings, so now he is seeking a good playmate who is okay with him taking his own turn mowing the lawn.
Bramiot is for sale in the shop and can be found here:
Have a great Monday!
Stella really likes dresses. A lot. She is turning into quite the girly-girl, which is pretty funny to me, since I'm not. Every day is a request for her 'party dress', tutu or 'party shoes' and a specific hairstyle, usually consisting of a braid or ponytail 'up high'. Quite the princess she is, that little girl. But it is so fun! I wouldn't trade it in for anything.
With that being said, I've decided to try to make her a dress for all the special occasions that require a pretty dress. So for Easter last Sunday I made her a pillowcase dress from Leslie's tutorial. I had picked up a few vintage pillowcases last year, and I was saving them for a special project. And this is what I came up with:
She loved it. Yay! Though it was pretty chilly, so the green cardigan covered up the cute bow. And of course, she insisted on wearing her cowboy boots to complete the outfit. What a little fashionista!
I couldn't believe how easy this project was. I'm definitely going to have make more of these as the weather gets warmer. Hooray for girly-girls in pretty dresses!
