June 21, 2008

Sophie's Book

This book was made for Sophie who is 14 months old, so I tried to make every page quite interactive. My neighbour Heather is buying this book for Sophie and as Heather is a music teacher I have included a musical page. The little felt notes slide across the ribbon. The sneaker is my current favourite and latest addition although the shape needs some work I think. The last two pages would be a challenge for littlies but hopefully a 1 year old can manage the press-stud and zipper!















































































































































June 18, 2008

Inspiration

I have started looking at things with different glasses on. I look for inspiration in children's books, advertising graphics/animations, motifs and details on Anya's clothes. Gordon loves to think of ideas for me too - he gets into it with as much enthusiasm as I do. Supportive man!

Felt is so easy to work with - I love that the edges don't fray!!!!!!!

I have almost finished my 3rd book. I am waiting for confirmation on the spelling of the recipient's name. I tried something different for this book, as her name was too long for felt. I chain stitched it, thanks to U-tube. Oh and I also sold another mobile for a baby girl. It was much the same as the first one except I used ribbon to hang the flowers not thread. I think I prefer the thread - it is slightly more whimsical and floaty.

I think the new style worked well leaving an allowance for the spine. I have done a cardboard template so it should be more efficient from here on in.

Now when I look back at the original book, I think, how basic it is, but it is also cool to see how much the idea has improved already.

June 10, 2008

Lu Lu's bag

This bag was made especially for my cousins daughter. She loves all things girly. It is lined with Grannie's left over pink gingham. The pattern is slightly different on either side.









Jewellery Roll

I made this jewellery roll for my sister in law for her birthday. It can roll but functions better folded like a groovey purse! The button is really a press-stud and it has a ring clip, zipped section for small earrings and a big pocket section for bigger peices. This is the first 'adult' peice I have made and I hope to find the time to make myself one too!