{I Made That} Just some stuff…
I’d had this design in mind for a while … a new necklace for my ChookMook Mummy Tag range. It’s not on my website yet. But I have been selling some of my new stuff on TradeMe. At least until I get a change to overhaul my website.
I hand-stamped this one with the word BELIEVE thanks to the inspiration from a friend. It’s sterling silver that’s been hammered, floating on a hand-cut chain with a textured 14kt gold filled hoop.
I’ve also joined a craft group, hence how I managed to finish this I did as a swapsie for Hay. Please ignore the fact that my iron marked the wee mouse’s bottom. I am pretending I was aiming for a vintage feel (and it’s only like three months late) …
And the back view is every little bit as interesting …
Today at craft group I carved a lino block that I’m actually not to embarrassed to share. Only problem is, the camera’s flat. So I’ll share that another day, along with some “delish” sparkles from Katie.
Oh, nearly forgot. I’ve also gone live with this website for Milton Jailbreak which I designed last year…
Very exciting for them, as race date is 18 May 2008. So just next month. If anyone’s interested in this awesome mountain biking event then check it out, or pass it on.
{ I Made That } In love with Baltic Amber
We were at the Museum today, and I fell head over heels in love with their Baltic Amber showcase … some of the specimen’s they had were fantastic. So I thought it only fitting to post this pic here. Some of you guys may have already seen it on Flickr. A custom Baltic amber necklace based on my teething necklaces. It’s currently winging it’s way over to America. I spent quite a while designing the button/loop closure, and the entire thing’s been hand-knotted on a single stand of silk. NZ$95.00.
And here’s a WIP (work in progress) … my mousie applique pillow-case thingee for Hay. I just need to finish the green stitching and give the mouse a tail. Here’s the template I made:
And here it is with fabric fused and most of the stitching done. But inside out, I don’t want to spoil the surprise:
Honestly Hay, it won’t be much longer. And the Kapiti Kid’s bath bombs are luscious…L.U.S.C.I.O.U.S!!!!
(hope I spelt luscious right, otherwise I could be highly embarrassed)
Righto, I’m off to have a bath (*wink*).
{I made that} Hear me roar
Ok, so I didn’t make the shirt, but here’s another applique. This time a dinosaur, on an el cheapo shirt (I think it cost $4 or $5 bucks) for my lil dude:
I’ve had a great long weekend (hubby had Friday off work) and spent zero time on the internet, while hanging out with my sewing machine. Think butterfly wings and cape for my favourite little people - still a WIP though, so will post pics another time.
Me and my google reader are going to share a hot strong coffee later today while I catch up on all my favourite blogs.
Editing to add an action shot as we headed out the door to kindy:
And Xanthe wanted her photo taken too … modeling her killer snow boots (she had cold feet, lol):
Don’t forget, you can click on my photos to open them in Flickr and view them in different sizes for those with failing eyesight.
Tiny’s Big Adventures
We got this book out from the library last week.
I just love the illustrations. They are wood engravings by James Lawrence.
They’re some pretty mad skills he’s got there. Makes me want to get out my lino tools, blocks, and brayer and get carving. It’s very inspiring to see what’s around ‘crafty ole blogland’ at the moment, as the block printing craze has hit hard. Here’s some helpful links for those interested at having a go: