Duckies!

The first ducky is handmade in foam using pattern found in Quilt Maker slightly modified by me; The second wacky ducky is handmade in fabric & felt using pattern found in My Soft Toys Corner

Mom's visit went very well, in fact better than we expected and we were really sorry to see her go. Summer Semester started last week. We're still rather broke but fortunately I've enough material for the next projects such as giving my Pullip a make-over and creating game related plushies for my fiance and his nephew.

Btw did anyone else notice the plush patterns now sold in Walmart? I was drooling! I want to try to get ahold of some when we have the extra cash.

Note: I learnt a new type of stitching called BlanketStitching thanks to the Wacky Ducky pattern; to be honest I think it would stand out more in a single colored fabric especially when using a thread color which is different from the fabric color. Ah well, learn from your mistakes and all that...

Penguin blues

This adorable penguin is made using the same slightly-modified pattern as the round plush birdie collection.

He was made in felt as a present for a friend who'll be moving to another town soon.

The past week I've been rather busy with homework and crafting a present for Mother's Day.

Fortunately as of today I'm two subjects away from the end of this Semester and am ready to deliver my present.

What did I make, you want to know? Three cute baskets of felt fruit!

I figured it'd be a good gift that'll last throughout the year without worrying about the fruit rotting. My fiance reassures me mom will love it, I honestly hope so, I spent so much time and effort on it!

Btw I'm thinking about posting my own fruit patterns for my followers to enjoy (*wink*)

In the meantime, here are patterns for apple & pear by Paola + strawberry & kaki by Ku + pomegranate by Coconut-Lane.

Mother's Day is only a week away!

Make sure to visit Paper Glitter's & Nabiki's blogs for a cute strawberry party set dedicated to this holiday!

Pretear's Tyipi

This little guy is the one that started the round plush birdies collection (see previous post).

He was completed before the duckling & chick but I decided to post him now instead.

Tyipi is a mascot in the anime "New Legend of Snow White Pretear".

It's pretty simple to create as long as you know how to make a round plush.

I added a little sack of rice to its bottom so it would stay upright (the drawback of round plushes).

The curly feather on top is actually a pink pipecleaner glued on the inside while the beak is made in foam.

I'm rather pleased by the result as it's identical to the original and life-sized at that!

Unfortunately Spring Break is over and not much was accomplished except more plushes but no improvements around the house because of lack of funds.

Hopefully we'll be able to do some work around the house before my mom visits in May.

Obviously I'll be busy with homework once again but will try to continue my crafting at a regular pace.

Btw I'm a tad disappointed nobody commented on my previous two posts :(

Where are my followers..?

Duckling & chick

These adorable duckling & chick are handmade in felt.

They're my original creation and are perfect for Spring and Easter season!

As I mentioned earlier, I'm on Spring Break this week and planning to make the most of it.

Though currently we're not sure if we'll be able to afford buying paint for the living room walls.

We're having a bit of a dry spell which is a pity, we have so many renovations/improvements to do on the house.

I'd also like to purchase some new eyes & lashes for my Pullip- does anyone know where I can purchase them at reasonable prices?

Don't get me wrong, I love Melanie but have come to realize her face is rather bland, especially compared to other Pullips.

The only makeup she has is the bright red lipstick and a light orange eyeliner so I plan to give her a slight make-over as soon as I can afford it. Fortunately I already have sealer MSC.

Coming up next: anime inspired plushes!