Mom and I got crafty again last night and made this fun table chicken. Mom gave recommendations on assembly and I did all the sewing. We used various pieces of fabric from my stash and used a chicken placemat that my Mom made in the early 1980's as a pattern for the project.
I don't always use big table cloths that cover the entire table, but I do like
having something in the center of my round table. Something roughly the
size of a placemat works great, and it's a nice place to keep the salt and pepper.
My Mom thought it was funny that I use one of the original chickens on my table. While the original chicken is still in great shape and works well on the table, having an updated version is fun!
The hen is really meant to be a placemat at each table setting, but we only made one. For now. *grin*
I could have seasonal chickens! Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter .... Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter .... oooooh, FUN!
How nice that people can make creative for children especially when it comes to encouraging children to eat more. The hen is beautiful, I love to have one for my daughter so Keylin ..
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Posted by: Cazzy | July 13, 2008 at 01:46 PM
OMGoodness how cute Anna!! Could you send some craftiness my way!! :)
Posted by: Karen (stampin3) | July 08, 2008 at 08:00 PM
I want to be you when I grow up! Where does the talent end?! this chicken place mat is WAY ADORABLE!
Posted by: Kerry D-C | July 08, 2008 at 04:37 PM
love it any thing to do with chickens they would make awsome gifts you should sell them you are awsome
Posted by: michelle gall | July 07, 2008 at 10:18 AM
That placemat is DARLING!
Swedie
Posted by: Swedie | July 06, 2008 at 07:18 AM
These are so darn cute!! I love the adorable checkered comb on top!
Posted by: joyk | July 04, 2008 at 07:45 AM
Oh my gosh! This is too stinkin' cute! You don't happen to have a pattern you'd be willing to share, would you?
V
Posted by: V Reed | July 03, 2008 at 09:11 AM
Anna, We love it! We need a pattern!
Posted by: Imogene | July 03, 2008 at 03:50 AM
How Cute Anna!!
Posted by: Trena in Naperville | July 02, 2008 at 07:58 PM
Aww, this is too cute. I love it.
Posted by: lacyquilter | July 02, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Very Crafty....
These Chicken placemats are Adorable!!
I love the materials..
"Super Cute" !!
Posted by: Dee | July 02, 2008 at 05:34 PM
This is the cutest little hen!! I think the rooster pattern used for the main body is so appropriate, too:) I love the expression on her face! Oooh, oooh, I just had an idea (fancy that) you could have different chickens at each place setting - just like you have different chickens on the farm!!! Thanks for sharing this delightful creation - I love it!!!
Posted by: Cindy H. | July 02, 2008 at 04:32 PM
What next Anna? You're amazingly talented, this is soooo cute!
Posted by: Tami (tmarie) | July 02, 2008 at 03:04 PM
Hi,
Really, you need to post a photo of the original chicken. This is so darn adorable. How did you make it? What stitch setting on your machine did you use to apply the eggs, eyes, etc.? LOVE it! Thanks for sharing,
Posted by: Mary Lou | July 02, 2008 at 02:45 PM
Man I wish I could order one of these beauties... My Mom just got a new table and chairs. I got to see them and sit at them once for about 20 seconds, but just knew they were sadly lacking (ssh - don't tell the Amish fellows who made them). So glad you and your Mom are having such a grand time. Hope Allen is enjoying the visit as much as the rest of you and those of us in your readership. You know how you can tell if he really likes your folks? He doesn't ask to move manure every day...
Posted by: nise | July 02, 2008 at 01:04 PM
This certainly looks like one of your chicken stamps! I love it!! It looks like a fairly nice size and love the little face watching you eat! LOL
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | July 02, 2008 at 12:54 PM
Hm, I'm thinking if you are going to put it in the center of the table, you should change the pattern a bit so that there are four chickens with their heads in the middle so that each person can see the chicken upright. . .
I don't sew a lick, so take this for what it is worth. ;)
It really is cute! I think it would make a good paper piecing for a card. hmmmmmm
Posted by: Shala | July 02, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Anna & Anna's Mom: These are so cute - I might try a couple for my sister who also raises chickens.
Posted by: Troy Louise | July 02, 2008 at 09:46 AM
That placemat is sooo cute!! You don't happen to make and sell any rooster ones do you?(wink)
Sounds like you are having lots of fun with mom :-)
Posted by: Ester | July 02, 2008 at 09:23 AM
Hi Anna.....
Did I ever tell you how much I enjoyed your blog??? The placemat is adorable....I bet that you and your mom have so much fun together and it is great seeing that you both craft together.
I also quilt and just started locker-hooking....I will tell you that my craft room is a dangerous place. I need a sign that says Enter at your own risk".
Enjoy the time with your family....I'll be watching!!
Hugs,
Vicky~~
Posted by: Vicky sitterly | July 02, 2008 at 09:20 AM
ACK!!!! You're killing me with all your sewing FABRIC projects! I may have to get out some fabric now.
Too adorable on the placemat!!!!!
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | July 02, 2008 at 08:40 AM
Moms are great aren't they? My mom is coming to visit for two weeks and I can't wait. I've got my sewing machine out for her already!! We are going to be making festive P.J.'s !! Even though she's not a stamper, I'm going to bring her and my crazy Aunt along to the Wisc. shopping excursion. What fun , can't wait!
Posted by: Randee | July 02, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Oh, I LOVE your chicken!!! She is TOO CUTE...what a fun thing to have on the table! I always use tablecloths, but still like something in the center...she is precious. You all are having too much fun!!! :D (Hurray!)
Posted by: diane mcvey | July 02, 2008 at 07:57 AM
ADORABLE! Love it... so when can I see the donkey mat? and then place orders?
HUGS
MichelleO
Posted by: Michelle Oatman | July 02, 2008 at 07:37 AM
OMG, that is adorable!!!! Is there anything you CAN'T make???
Posted by: Michelle (MilwaukeeMommy) | July 02, 2008 at 06:52 AM
These craft items are adorable, Anna. Glad you're enjoying your parents...such wonderful memories.
Posted by: Kate Hart-Sampson | July 02, 2008 at 06:31 AM
What a happy little table hen she is. I'm so glad that you and your mom are having such a wonderful "crafty" time togther. Hahahaha! A Hen For All Seasons! Now that would be cute!
Posted by: Barb Hardeman | July 02, 2008 at 06:28 AM
OMG ... this is too cute! I LOVE it. It's so much fun to see what you create when your mom is visiting. Thanks for sharing your awesome projects.
Posted by: Tracye | July 02, 2008 at 06:19 AM
Oh stop it - you're killing me with all these super cute projects!!! Love it!!!!!
Posted by: Kerry J. | July 02, 2008 at 06:14 AM
Very cute placemats! Maybe that could be my replacement for not being able to have real chickens....still working on DH for the real thing....
Posted by: Kellie | July 02, 2008 at 05:26 AM
SOOO darn CUTE!!!
Go Mama go!!
BTW--I think we had similar placemats in the early eighties, too.
Posted by: Juliana | July 02, 2008 at 05:24 AM
Oh Anna! This is so CUTE!! You need to make some of these and sell them! Are you taking orders?? LOL! I want one of these!
You and your mom are so talented!! Loved the cupcake pin cushions too!! Super Cute!
Posted by: Mary W. | July 02, 2008 at 05:23 AM
The chicken placemat is adorable, love it! Its really nice that you get to spend time with Mom crafting, hope they are having a great time with you and Allen.
Posted by: Sally (CKMom) | July 02, 2008 at 05:03 AM
Don't let Mommy go home. I am LOVING what the two of you are creating! The chicken is such a riot. I'll be smiling all day. THANKS!
Posted by: Mel | July 02, 2008 at 04:36 AM
That is too cute! Great for kids!
Posted by: Diane Lapointe | July 02, 2008 at 04:26 AM
This is absolutely adorable!! How cute to have one at each place setting, what a riot, your table would be quite festive for sure! Glad you are still enjoying your time with your folks and able to craft more with mom ~ lucky girls! :)
Posted by: Dotty | July 02, 2008 at 04:22 AM
Way to cute! Love it!!!! You are too talented. =) Cluck!
Posted by: Mary Duffek | July 02, 2008 at 04:05 AM
I love this!!!! I love chickens too! You could have all sorts of colors and seasons and moods of chickens! You should sell these, I would buy one!
Posted by: Lauri | July 02, 2008 at 02:45 AM
Anna - that is super duper ADORABLE! I bet you're loving having your mom there - I know I would. C:
Posted by: kerry davis | July 02, 2008 at 01:00 AM
Cute chicken. Your Mom sounds like fun. You may have to flatten the trailers tires to keep your parents longer at your home.
Posted by: Laurie in Mn | July 02, 2008 at 12:30 AM
That is to darn cute. You are so lucky to be able to craft with your mom. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Susan N | July 01, 2008 at 10:45 PM
You could have chickens that look like your different color chickens. Black & White etc...
Gramma Dar
Posted by: Gramma Dar | July 01, 2008 at 09:57 PM
Super cute! Wish I was in your family, I could come get crafty with you and your Mom!
Posted by: Lisa | July 01, 2008 at 09:52 PM
Love it!!!
Posted by: Norine | July 01, 2008 at 09:41 PM