owls
September 27th, 2007
owls for luka, originally uploaded by elsiemarley.
If you have a blog that is even marginally related to crafts you must make a stuffed owl. This is the number one rule of craft blogs. You cannot break it. I tried. And here I am making frikken owls. And I’ve only had this blog for a week.These were made from Moonstitches tutorial, which I would link to if I knew how (here it is), and really they were a pleasure to make. They are for a new baby boy so I make them with rugged, little boy fabric: cordoroy, denim, wool, and canvas. It was a little bit of a pain when it came time to sew their beaks, as all the fabric was quite thick, but I like how they turned out (if I do say so myself). This was my first attempt at embroidery and it’s pretty wonky, but I had a damn good time doing it.
just lovely- I love the letters you’ve embroidered
I love this idea.I already liked the owls but the letters are a great touch!
I didn’t know it was the number one rule. I better get started! ;)
I love the toys you’ve stitched. The owls are adorable!
these are gorgeous! you have a really great eye for colour.
I am addicted to these little owls to. I went on a long journey of trails and errors to figure out these cuties… then finally Moonstitches posted her tutorial. I made my first (real) one last night… pictures on my blog to come. Welcome to the crafting/blogging community. Definately adding you to my blog roll. :)
LOL.. :-) your owls are very sweet…
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That was your first attempt at embroidery?!!! WOW!!!!
Oh no!!! I’m breaking the rule!
I need to make an owl this weekend.
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