Well I promised pics of the new work, so here is Ferdinand and the Shapees (sounds like a strange little band!).
I was given a needle felting book for christmas, all written in Japanese so I have no idea what most of it says, but they make a button jointed bear with smaller feet than my usual so I decided to try that! Result, Ferdinand. He is felted in a lovely natural Romney wool in nice creamy shades.
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He has sewn on paw pads, random stitched.
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He wears vintage bells around his neck
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His buttons are all different, just similar size.
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Hope you enjoyed popping by. I intend to make a bunch more things over the next few months as I won't have time to make much after that. Also, I'm expecting to do a really big show in July, right before I start studying! This is a 3 day show with thousands of visitors so I need heaps on the table! :o) Keep you posted!