The next pattern has arrived. Whew! It’s this cuddly little piggy. I was inspired by swine flu (of all things) and thought that our porcine pals haven’t had the best PR lately, lol. From his squiggly tail to snubby snout, This Little Piggy is all about happiness (not H1N1). He’s flopped on his belly like [...]
I’ve posted the first of four new patterns on Etsy this morning. It’s a cute little bear about 6 inches tall wearing a sweater with a big stripe in the middle. He’s a great beginner pattern and works up very quickly.
The monkey was accepted to the Mortal Plush show at Art Whino in Maryland. For those in the D.C. area: Opening reception on July 11, 2009 from 6:00 PM to Midnight at Art Whino Gallery 173 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD 20745. There will be food, drinks and a DJ. Now to box him up [...]
I’ve finished writing up four new patterns for the Etsy store. I still need to take the photos, but should have them posted by the end of the week!
I haven’t posted much since the beginning of the month; instead, I’ve been focusing on completing a number of smaller projects. Rather than produce another object for Mortal Plush, I’ve decided to work on a series of kawaii animals for my Etsy store. I have completed three and am in the middle of the fourth. [...]
I thought I’d share a pic of the object that I didn’t submit to Mortal Plush. I call this piece “Superflat Love”. I started thinking about the emotion of “depression” and began trying things in my sketchbook. I liked the idea of a heart bursting out from the body of a figure. As I worked [...]
Finally done! Woot! I found out about this show rather late and have been totally grinding on my submission for the past two weeks. The exhibit will feature plush works in any medium (crochet, felt, etc.) that convey emotion. I worked up an object, but didn’t like the execution of my first idea. It just [...]
What a surprise! I submitted photos of my Nest Box with Eggcelent Eggs and Daisy designs to the Martha Stewart ” Show Us Your Easter Creations and Win Gallery” on Easter morning after my mom and sister suggested that I enter the contest. I was notified on Friday that I was chosen as one of [...]
