I got to craft a toy for a fellow crafter's child! Hooray! No worrying about whether the parents might think I was being stingy, safe in the knowledge that I know she knows, you know?
This cute little guy ("blossom bunny"), was from softies and gave me the opportunity to try out satin stitch, backstitch, blanket stitch and a few failed attempts at french knots. I think he was the perfect size for an active little one-year-old's grip.
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Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI have trouble with french knots too, but everyone I mention this too says they are easy. XX
He's really cute. After all that embroidery I am glad he's going to a home that will appreciate the love that went into it!
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ReplyDeleteI love this little bunny! Such a cutie and great fabrics! I know the feeling though, giving a handmade toy to someone who may not appreciate it verses giving it to someone who will love it. :)
Snap! This is getting scary. We have a so-similar-it's-crazy Blossom at our house.
ReplyDeleteOh so cute & colourful & adorable. Love it!! Glad you liked my faux screen printing!! Love Posie
ReplyDeleteI need to get that book - that is adorable and a perfect gift {my 4 month old would love it as well - except he could be 5 y.o before I make it!!}
ReplyDeleteHe is very, very sweet and the knots look exceptionally neat x
ReplyDeleteSo cute Mel! Boo to anyone who thinks crafting is a stingy way to gift. We all know it's so not a cop-out. It's a step up. And I'm sure (and glad) your recipient family loves this little piece of love!
ReplyDeleteBlossom Bunny is so very cute. Love chose of fabrics.:)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Mel, as always! And you know how I feel about those people on the recieving end of handmade gifts who don't get it.
ReplyDeleteVery cute - he makes me smile!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! He almost looks like he's wearing a kimono.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! And its so uch fun to learn new skills.
ReplyDeleteawww....magic...just magic xx
ReplyDeletesuch a sweet presence about her...expression is so happy
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! It is nice to make things for people who understand handmade gifts, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Surely friends who know that you know that they know are the very best kind to gift to.
ReplyDeleteVery cute bunny... Lovely fabric choices. Its funny how some people don't get handmade gifts.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I bet little one-year-old will love it :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous rabbit Mel- the knots look very neat too.
ReplyDeletesuper cute! i am sure she will love it!
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