Archibald the draft snake November 10, 2009
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Leopold the draft snake November 9, 2009
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I’ve just listed this very sweet draft snake in my etsy store.
His name is Leopold.
He likes: croquet, croquettes and croque monsieurs
He disklies: crocodiles, croquembouche, and crocs
He’s keeping Harriet company at the moment, Archibald will be joining them shortly!
Hazel the ruffled hedgehog November 8, 2009
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My little niece Sofia turns 2 next week, and I wanted to make her a special toy for her birthday.
I found this great tutorial for making a ruffled hedgehog on the lovely blog Matsutake. I’m pretty sure that Katie’s version is much more petite than Hazel, like handful size. But that’s ok, Hazel is more the size of an actual hedgehog, and I like that.
I made Hazel out of a great printed vintage polyester shirt that Mum gave to me a while back. It wasn’t the right style or shape for me, so i’m glad it’s been upcycled!
The purple and black ruffles are made from felt. They took ages to sew on, I didn’t want to have any issues with a little person being able to pull them off and choke on them.
Hazel is in the post and on the way to Sofia now, I think they’re going to make very fine friends indeed!
Green python soft toy November 3, 2009
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This giant 2 metre snake is heading to New Zealand, as a gift for someone’s 1 year old nephew.
For the moment he’s been making himself at home, hanging out at our place.
He’s been sitting on the back of our couch, keeping an eye on the kitchen, and occasionally slithering over the cushions to see whats happening outside.
My spec from the customer was that he wanted the snake big enough to fit around his nephew while he was sleeping, he wants him to wake up and get a fright. Hopefully this doens’t instill a lifelong fear of snakes in the little guy!
I’m really happy with how I got the tongue and face to look this time! Yuss!
And they lived happily ever after November 2, 2009
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Congratulations Mr and Mrs Stannard!
Here’s to your fairytale life together, happily ever after.
I hand embroidered these pillowcases as our wedding gift to the happy couple. I hope they like them!
Frocktober day 31 October 31, 2009
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Today is my last day of my Frocktober challenge! I can’t believe that i’ve managed to wear a dress everyday for 31 days, or that I own 31 dresses. Eep!
We’re about to leave to go to our friends Candice and John’s wedding. We’re both really looking forward to it!
This dress was given to me by Joh’s mother Fianach about 8 years ago. It’s a lovely special occasion dress.
The sun and wind were really making these photos hard to take, hence the hilarious shot below.
Remember, if you would like to support the Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation during the month of Frocktober you can. Click here to donate.
My registration number is 539381. (you can put the registration number in the final page of your paypal payment).
Frocktober day 30 October 30, 2009
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One day of my Frocktober pledge to go people! If you haven’t donated yet, there’s still time!
Today’s Frock is a Lotus wrap that i’ve tied with a little creativity to make a super comfortable drapey frock. They’re made from vintage indian sari silk, which is so lovely and soft to wear against the skin.
You’ll have to excuse my expression in the above photo. A neighbour has been noisily clearing his throat for about two hours now, not the nicest thing to hear while you’re trying to get some photos taken. Or any time, for that matter!
Remember, if you would like to support the Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation during the month of Frocktober you can. Click here to donate.
My registration number is 539381. (you can put the registration number in the final page of your paypal payment).
Frocktober day 29 October 29, 2009
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I have just two days left of my Frocktober challenge! I wonder if i’ll jump straight back into my jeans on Sunday or if i’ll continue on with frocks?
Today’s frock is so fun to wear. I’m pretty sure I got it from Zoo Emporium in Surry Hills. It’s so 80’s, I love it. I got a few stares when I was out today, it’s quite overcast and a bit drizzly, I don’t think people were expecting to see a bright sundress in this weather.
And it has pockets – I just love dresses with pockets!
Remember, if you would like to support the Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation during the month of Frocktober you can. Click here to donate.
My registration number is 539381. (you can put the registration number in the final page of your paypal payment).
Frocktober day 28 October 28, 2009
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Today’s Frocktober frock is a work in progress. I’m wearing it today, mostly, unless it’s under the sewing machine needle or the iron. It used to be my mothers, i’m not sure how old she was when she wore it. It’s been made without any overlocking, so it must have been made by my grandmother for my mother when she was a teenager. Someone (probably Nana) has hacked at the back of it to remove the zip, so there is a huge hole where fabric should be. I’m trying to work out the best way to fix it and make it wearable, it’s definitely a challenge. I’m thinking of taking off the sleeves and giving it a nice low back – what do you think? Any ideas? I’m a little stuck and the moment!
The most excellent thing about this is that it fits me! How cool is it that a dress my teeny tiny mother used to wear when she was young fits me! Yay!!
Remember, if you would like to support the Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation during the month of Frocktober you can. Click here to donate.
My registration number is 539381. (you can put the registration number in the final page of your paypal payment).
Frocktober day 27 October 27, 2009
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There are only 4 days left of the month of Frocktober! As of today i’ve raised $385 for Australian Ovarian Cancer Research! Thank you so much to everyone who has donated – you’re ace!
Today’s frock came from the sadly now closed Misery store in Auckland. I’m not sold on the colour on me though, pale pink and I aren’t usually seen in the same outfit together.
I do however like it’s ‘nursey’ qualities, it will be good for future dress-up parties for sure!
Remember, if you would like to support the Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation during the month of Frocktober you can. Click here to donate.
My registration number is 539381. (you can put the registration number in the final page of your paypal payment).
