How have I never seen this before???
Maybe because we crafters are in general too proud a lot to air our dirty failures for all the world to see?
And so who would think to google "craftfail"???
Or because I've just never failed at a craft or sewing project?
ha...haha....ha....
ahem.
Either way, I'm off to craft a custom moniter wiper to clean the coffee I just spit all over my computer.
Yup, its that funny.
Thanks to Obsessively Stitching for showing me the craftfail light!
You've got to check out her "failed sock frog"!!!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
A Doll's Tale
I have been so inspired by all the adorable handmade dolls I've seen--both online and at the Amish market near us.
I decided to give it a whirl...
And so, with visions of a much-loved and played with toy running through my head, I created this for my Baby Bear:
I put alot of thought into it.
I made it to vaguely resemble her--the blond piggy tails shooting up on either side. They have crinkly paper in them for interest.
The fringy eyelashes, hand stitched and trimmed; the embroidered lips, bright red and feminine; the ruffly dress, the bright colors--yet not too bold...all done with my Baby Bear in mind.
Something soft to snuggle with, yet interesting enough to keep her entertained.
I imagined repairing "boo-boos" inflicted by too much love...washing a baby muddied by countless backyard adventures...packing her up to make the move to a newlywed's home, there to await the day she can be loved by a new generation of grandbabies...
I know, I know...I'll give you a moment to dry your sentimental tears.
I imagined too much.
Because this is what happened:
She flat-out hates the thing.
Can't stand it.
Won't touch it.
Maybe because I made the doll as big as her?
Like a stuffed zombie out to eat her brain...
Hmm...well, it was a lovely thought.
I decided to give it a whirl...
And so, with visions of a much-loved and played with toy running through my head, I created this for my Baby Bear:
I put alot of thought into it.
I made it to vaguely resemble her--the blond piggy tails shooting up on either side. They have crinkly paper in them for interest.
The fringy eyelashes, hand stitched and trimmed; the embroidered lips, bright red and feminine; the ruffly dress, the bright colors--yet not too bold...all done with my Baby Bear in mind.
Something soft to snuggle with, yet interesting enough to keep her entertained.
I imagined repairing "boo-boos" inflicted by too much love...washing a baby muddied by countless backyard adventures...packing her up to make the move to a newlywed's home, there to await the day she can be loved by a new generation of grandbabies...
I know, I know...I'll give you a moment to dry your sentimental tears.
I imagined too much.
Because this is what happened:
She flat-out hates the thing.
Can't stand it.
Won't touch it.
Maybe because I made the doll as big as her?
Like a stuffed zombie out to eat her brain...
Hmm...well, it was a lovely thought.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Road Trip!!!
Well, a trip down memory lane at least!
Last year the kid's school had its 50th anniversary (my dad attended the same elementary school!)
Among a whole week of activity for this special occasion, they had "50's Day", where everyone in the school (teachers and students alike) were supposed to dress "50's-style".
It was so much fun! Tiny Tim wasn't in school yet, so I made Girlfriend Girl's poodle skirt and matching scarf. Paired with a cardigan and wide belt, and a curly Marilyn-esque hairdo, she looked adorable!
Little man looked great in folded up jeans, a white tee, red "Chucks" and a borrowed black leather jacket.
So much fun!
Edited to add: Wow! Does that pic REALLY say 2008!?!?! Where does the time go? Okay, I meant 2 years ago, I guess!
Last year the kid's school had its 50th anniversary (my dad attended the same elementary school!)
Among a whole week of activity for this special occasion, they had "50's Day", where everyone in the school (teachers and students alike) were supposed to dress "50's-style".
It was so much fun! Tiny Tim wasn't in school yet, so I made Girlfriend Girl's poodle skirt and matching scarf. Paired with a cardigan and wide belt, and a curly Marilyn-esque hairdo, she looked adorable!
Little man looked great in folded up jeans, a white tee, red "Chucks" and a borrowed black leather jacket.
So much fun!
Edited to add: Wow! Does that pic REALLY say 2008!?!?! Where does the time go? Okay, I meant 2 years ago, I guess!
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