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Post by gillyp on Mar 7, 2023 12:34:44 GMT
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Post by jeremysgirl on Mar 7, 2023 12:46:47 GMT
Hello again crafty peas. Just checking you are all here and doing ok after my break of 2 weeks in hospital. I did take some sewing in with me and the Nurses were laughing at the various body parts of two Luna toys all over my bed. Just got some finishing off to do now I`m home. Will catch up with all your makes later. Are you doing better? I am at least glad to hear that while you were there you had the ability to craft a little. |
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Post by blue tulip on Mar 7, 2023 13:33:58 GMT
i've been making anthropomorphic taxidermy with feeder mice and the occasional rat. would that be ok to share here, or would that creep people out? they are mice in poses on stripper poles, a rat with a lap blanket reading a book. i'm about to do 2 memorial pieces for kids whose pets died, and they want them to be crocheting a blanket and looking at flowers in a garden. the one girl even made the tiny project she wants her rat to be working on, and it's so cute. ETA would it be possible to put the pics in a spoiler, or is that just for words? they really are quite cute tho. but that's my opinion obviously.  |
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Post by gillyp on Mar 7, 2023 13:58:32 GMT
i've been making anthropomorphic taxidermy with feeder mice and the occasional rat. would that be ok to share here, or would that creep people out? they are mice in poses on stripper poles, a rat with a lap blanket reading a book. i'm about to do 2 memorial pieces for kids whose pets died, and they want them to be crocheting a blanket and looking at flowers in a garden. the one girl even made the tiny project she wants her rat to be working on, and it's so cute. ETA would it be possible to put the pics in a spoiler, or is that just for words? they really are quite cute tho. but that's my opinion obviously. For me, as long as I know I’m going to be seeing them, it wouldn’t bother me. DS1s last girlfriend did taxidermy but I never saw her finished critters. She did art work with skulls too. |
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Post by DEX on Mar 7, 2023 18:34:15 GMT
I would love to see them.
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Post by cmhs on Mar 7, 2023 18:41:34 GMT
I'm currently working on a pillow cover made with the leftover half square triangles from a quilt I made for DS. I still need to put some border strips on it.  |
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Mar 7, 2023 21:18:11 GMT
Hello again crafty peas. Just checking you are all here and doing ok after my break of 2 weeks in hospital. I did take some sewing in with me and the Nurses were laughing at the various body parts of two Luna toys all over my bed. Just got some finishing off to do now I`m home. Will catch up with all your makes later. Hi lovely lady, how are you feeling now? |
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Post by finsup on Mar 8, 2023 1:08:57 GMT
My February squares for my 100 granny squares project: And all of them, January and February’s. I’ve done 81 of them Whether they’ll be turned into a blanket or not time will tell. I love all your granny squares! Hope you don't mind, but I sent the photo of all of them to my DD. She is teaching herself to crochet and is practicing making granny squares right now! Nice! I hope she finds them inspiring. I taught my 27YO to crochet over Thanksgiving. |
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Post by seaexplore on Mar 8, 2023 1:51:39 GMT
blue tulip please share! I am fascinated by taxidermy! jeremysgirl I LOVE LOVE LOVE my walking foot! It has a 1/4" mark so I just leave it on my machine. I'm a lazy quilter and if the corners aren't perfect, I'm good with it. It's made by hand, there will be imperfections. Reading this thread, I think I will dump the water out of my iron for the next quilt I do. I thought that the steam helped to set the seam? Apparently not. My DH made me a clapper from maple. It's AWESOME! I 3D printed a "vase" rose- the printer just does a continuous line and doesn't stop at layers to move up. It's REALLY cool! So, I'm printing 8 in purple, 8 in white, 8 in silver and 8 black vases. We are going to use them for graduation decorations (june) and then let the kids who graduate each take a rose and give to a family member or someone else who has helped them in their journey. Of course, they can also keep it for themselves if they want.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Mar 8, 2023 12:12:41 GMT
jeremysgirl I LOVE LOVE LOVE my walking foot! It has a 1/4" mark so I just leave it on my machine. I'm a lazy quilter and if the corners aren't perfect, I'm good with it. It's made by hand, there will be imperfections. I bought one so I could try to keep my seams consistent. |
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Post by phoenixcov on Mar 8, 2023 12:20:15 GMT
I don`t know how to quote several people at once so here goes, Thanks to gillyp, jeremysgirl,and RedSquirrelUK and the people who left likes.  Back home and feeling weak as a kitten but will be able to recover better here in the quiet. Not totally out of the woods recovery wise, but hopefully getting there. My DS is slightly panicing as the wedding is 6 weeks away now. |
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Post by malibou on Mar 8, 2023 12:54:45 GMT
phoenixcov, wish wishing you comfort as you finish up your recovery. Can't wait to see the new Luna critters! blue tulip, I definitely want to see your work. I am fascinated by taxidermy!
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Mar 8, 2023 16:06:59 GMT
phoenixcov - Sending you speedy get well wishes and hope you bounce back more quickly at home.
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Post by DEX on Mar 8, 2023 17:39:02 GMT
jeremysgirl Quilting lessons from readersjeremysgirl, I found this article on my Facebook feed. It has some more tips for quilting. I am happy to report that my quilt is coming along great. No further issues and all my points are perfect. I am just delving into flying geese using companion and easy angles. I still need lots of practice but it is coming along. No swear words today! 
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Post by teri on Mar 8, 2023 18:41:09 GMT
busy bag making this one is all real leather  Faux cowhide and faux leather   |
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Post by blue tulip on Mar 8, 2023 18:56:04 GMT
Thanks for allowing me to share! Content warning, taxidermy ahead. These are 2 of the stripper mice i made. I'm no expert yet so they are a little janky, but no one minds because bad taxidermy is kinda it's own jam, lol. The one mouse has a pink belly because i used pink foam in it, won't do that again. These are all feeder mice bought frozen from pet stores, nothing is killed just to be used for decor. Attachments:
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Post by blue tulip on Mar 8, 2023 18:56:50 GMT
And here's a rat enjoying a book.. Attachments:
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Post by gillyp on Mar 8, 2023 20:26:45 GMT
The cowhide one is gorgeous teri. Did you do the tooling on it? blue tulip your critters are cute and amusing.  This is the Dorothy bag I made last week. I’m not actually sure what I’m going to do with it as it’s so squishy. I did it because I loved the effect of the stitches and had some yarn waiting to be used.   |
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Post by teri on Mar 8, 2023 20:47:22 GMT
The cowhide one is gorgeous teri . Did you do the tooling on it? blue tulip your critters are cute and amusing. This is the Dorothy bag I made last week. I’m not actually sure what I’m going to do with it as it’s so squishy. I did it because I loved the effect of the stitches and had some yarn waiting to be used. no I bought the vinyl that way. |
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Mar 8, 2023 22:26:55 GMT
The cowhide one is gorgeous teri . Did you do the tooling on it? blue tulip your critters are cute and amusing. This is the Dorothy bag I made last week. I’m not actually sure what I’m going to do with it as it’s so squishy. I did it because I loved the effect of the stitches and had some yarn waiting to be used. I love this! Could you use it as a crochet bag, or put the wool in it for when you're crocheting? |
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Post by gillyp on Mar 8, 2023 22:53:21 GMT
Funnily enough, that’s what’s in it right now!
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Post by seaexplore on Mar 9, 2023 1:49:36 GMT
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 9, 2023 13:55:41 GMT
jennifercw Your baskets are gorgeous! I especially love the photo of your cat enjoying his/her claimed basket - too cute.
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Post by malibou on Mar 9, 2023 14:53:53 GMT
blue tulip, they are awesome! Dh was me looking at them and immediately asked if I was ordering one as it is so me. 😁 So, are you going to be selling your creations?
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Post by blue tulip on Mar 9, 2023 15:02:47 GMT
blue tulip , they are awesome! Dh was me looking at them and immediately asked if I was ordering one as it is so me. 😁 So, are you going to be selling your creations? aww that's so funny! my husband is NOT amused but reluctantly supportive lol. i do sell them, not for much because i'm still learning and they are kinda janky, which makes them funnier really. it's just fun to stay busy, make a little and know that they are making someone laugh in another house. those are all gone but i'd be happy to make you something! feel free to send me a message if you'd like, or this is my facebook page: www.facebook.com/myBlueTulipDesign |
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Post by gillyp on Mar 9, 2023 15:15:22 GMT
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Post by wellway on Mar 10, 2023 12:43:19 GMT
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Post by gillyp on Mar 10, 2023 12:49:53 GMT
 Wow! Very much not my thing but what a lot of work has gone into that!
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Post by jeremysgirl on Mar 12, 2023 12:45:40 GMT
Good morning! It's Sunday Fun-day! I'm going back to my quilt today. I will see the remaining four squares and then cut the sashing strips. What's on your agenda for today? jennifercw I love the basket with the kitty. It was perfect size for her. blue tulip I have got to admit I was skeptical about seeing the rats. As an animal lover I was unsure if I wanted to see them. But the one with the book was adorable. teri I love the leather jacket purse. I feel like I need that one. gillyp the bag is super cute! Is that the leftover yarn from your bat shawl? Happy crafting today ladies! |
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Post by lainey on Mar 12, 2023 15:30:03 GMT
Wow, that's certainly different. Not my thing at all but I appreciate how much skill has gone into it.
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Wow! Very much not my thing but what a lot of work has gone into that! 