Wednesday, August 24, 2011

WIP Wednesday: Pebble the Gnome...


So this time I laid out my colors in advance hoping "Pebble" from A Donsy of Gnomes would appear.  These colors seemed appropriate for a crystal gardener.


This time I made his arms a bit longer, though I think they could be longer still.



And that's it for my gnome felting for the moment.  I'm on to sew some wool squirrels for the "Brother Acorn" story now.   Should be a fun year of storytelling! 
Posted by MamaWestWind at 8:36 AM
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17 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    I love your gnomes! I just learned how to needle felt actually, but I have not attempted to make faces just yet. I hope I'll be able to make gnomes and fairies, but I still need to practice easier things first I think. You make this look so easy!

    On another note, I've been loving to see your pins on Pinterest, you always pin the neatest things :)

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  2. m. bloomAugust 24, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Oh, the dear little fellow... clearly you a "gnack for gnomes!"

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  3. LynnetteAugust 24, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I am loving these gnomes! I bought the book yesterday too. :)

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  4. TanyaAugust 24, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Perfect! I think the proportions are just right! I am using Brother Acorn in our kindy ;-) Can't wait to see the squirrels now.

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  5. MamaWestWindAugust 24, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Thanks all! Tanya, I bought this pattern here. http://www.beardancecrafts.com/poppedijn_kits.htm for the squirrels, just $5. Scroll down a bit. Can't wait to craft them! I want to use some upcycled sweater felt I have.

    Becca

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  6. JulieAugust 24, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    This one is even better! What kind of wool are you using? I really like the rougher structure compared to Corriedale that they sell everywhere.

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  7. karenAugust 24, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    hes gorgeous too! I have a feeling your son is going to have a fun school year:)

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  8. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Hello; that's truly the sweetest gnome, or 'nisse' as we call them, I have ever seen. So much personality!
    Best wishes,
    Lilli

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  9. Mama ForestdwellerAugust 24, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    I just can't get over the sweetness of your gnomes! They are so amazing. I make gnomes, too, but yours are just on *another level.* So beautiful.

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  10. MamaWestWindAugust 24, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Thanks everyone! Julie, I'm using Peace fleece that I bought in a rainbow pack at Cedar Ring Circle Co-op. http://stores.cedarringcircle.com/-strse-892/Batting-Rainbow-Pack-%2821/Detail.bok
    at $12 a pack! Love that price. It has a great rough texture, rough yet soft too.

    Becca

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  11. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Thanks for all the info! Wonderful gnomey, best wishes for a great school year!

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  12. BetsyAugust 25, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Thanks for the info! Wonderful gnome!

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  13. Jeanene TremouletAugust 28, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Your little gnomes are so adorable - they have so much character...

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  14. CatherineAugust 29, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    He is so cute! Your children are so lucky! I love having props to go with the stories I tell to my girls too!

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  15. MandiAugust 30, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    so sweet, Great job!

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  16. Just for the love of it! Inspired by the everday simple things...September 2, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Your Super Talented Becca :)

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  17. Lacey (schoolhousefarm)September 15, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    he is just SO sweet and huggable! I want to touch him! I've made little ones, but what an accomplishment, so darling.

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