Thanks to everyone who's been sending me emails checking in on me. I'm fine... I've just had a couple of days where I've just been puttering around not doing anything creative, catching up on things after being gone for the holidays. But I'm slowly slipping back into creative mode, and it feels good! *grin*
I thought I'd share a few more felt ornaments I designed and stitched up while I was up at Mom and Dad's for Christmas. I made this chubby woodland owl, and think it might be my favorite! I used various colors of wool felt, cut out my pattern, and hand stitched the pieces together. Before I stitched all the way around, I stuffed his fat little round body with craft cotton. The button is from my stash, probably from a Rusty Pickle jar of buttons.
I also made this little rose colored bird with earmuffs and leg warmers! I used a short piece of wire over her head to connect the two earmuffs. Her body is stuffed, too.
For Daisy and Farley, I made a little stuffed dog bone. So cute hanging on the tree!
Several people have asked where I've been getting my patterns and supplies. The patterns I drew myself. Once I had the drawing done, I cut it apart and used the shapes to cut out the felt pieces. You can use wool felt if you can find it, or craft felt which can be found in most hobby shops. I like the look and feel of the wool felt, but in a pinch craft felt will do. I used embroidery floss for all of the stitching, in various colors. You can find nice embroidery floss at places like Michael's, and some JoAnn's, or needlepoint shops. If you separate the floss (using one or two strands, instead of six) your stitches will be fine and not overwhelm the small felt shapes. Buttons and beads and ribbons dress up the ornaments nicely! You'll need some real fine needles if you're going to use seed beads -- not all of the beads will fit over a standard hand sewing needle.
Aww these are so cute. Leg warmers on a bird? ... now there's an idea for Tiny Tim!!
Posted by: Lynne in NI | January 10, 2009 at 01:41 PM
Anna, could you get more cute??!!! Yikes, that owl is so cute it hurts!! lol! You're designs are adorable and the craftsmenship is always so perfect. I love popping in to see what you're up to, you never disappoint!
Posted by: Karen L | January 07, 2009 at 10:19 PM
You are so talented! These are so freakin' adorable!!
Posted by: Jackie Pedro | January 06, 2009 at 09:56 AM
Wow, I'm not sure if I like the owl or the bird more...the owl is totally huggable but those legwarmers are awesome!
Posted by: Kelly Bee | January 06, 2009 at 08:54 AM
Well, I certainly think you know what this means!!! You must now draw out your patterns and start selling them to all of us. OR, better yet, package them up in kits. I'd buy some, I know. These are really so cute and looks like the perfect little craft to do in the evenings while watching the mind-numbing tube. Sound like a good plan to you?? Does to me:))
Posted by: Jan | January 05, 2009 at 11:43 AM
Adorable!! I love all three! How did you do the legs on the little bird? I love them!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | January 05, 2009 at 01:28 AM
Is there absolutely no end to your talents? These are just wonderful! Love, love, love them. Especially the bone, being the huge dog lover that I am. Thanks for sharing. Glad you got home safe too from your travels. Best, Curt
Posted by: Curt OBrien | January 04, 2009 at 11:04 PM
So CUTE! Love the ear muffs on the chicken. You are SO creative, Anna!!
Posted by: Leslie Miller | January 04, 2009 at 10:11 PM
Anna, I love the owl!!!!! Absolutely OWLdorable!!
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | January 04, 2009 at 04:00 PM
Anna...I LOVE your felt creations! I am partial to this craft and think your designs are amazing! Thanks for sharing! ~Barb
Posted by: barb schram | January 04, 2009 at 03:01 PM
They're all so cute and fun!
Posted by: Michelle | January 04, 2009 at 02:28 PM
The owl is a hoot and I love the chick w ear muffs! Happy new year.
Posted by: Paula | January 04, 2009 at 12:37 PM
These decortations are just so cute!!! Love them!
xxxx
Posted by: Helena | January 04, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Glad to hear you're doing well. I've been enjoying all your adorable felties. Have you considered selling the paper patterns on Etsy? Mom and I would like to attempt some, but we can't draw worth a hoot. :)
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | January 04, 2009 at 12:13 PM
P.S....HOW IS NICK DOING???
Posted by: diane mcvey | January 04, 2009 at 11:08 AM
OH***MY***GOSH***!!!!! THESE ARE ABSOLUTELY PRECIOUS! YOU COULD SELL THAT OWL FOR A BAZILLION DOLLARS, I AM SURE!!! BUT IT'S PRICELESS AS YOUR OWN, AND I DON'T BLAME YOU FOR KEEPING IT! YOUR ORNAMENTS ARE BEYOND CUTE...YOU DO REALIZE YOU HAVE A GOLD MINE IN THAT HEAD AND HANDS OF YOURS, RIGHT??? YOUR FELT ORNAMENTS ARE THE BEST EVER, I JUST LOVE THEM! IF HARD TIMES EVER HIT, YOU CAN ALWAYS MAKE A LIVING MAKING THESE! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | January 04, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Adorable! I love all of the felt ornaments! You could decorate an entire tree with just felt animals of all of the animals on the farm. I love that you made a bone for the dogs too.
Posted by: inkypaws | January 04, 2009 at 09:04 AM
Oh, these are just the cutest!!! The chick is too adorable with the leg warmers and earmuffs! Love how you did the tooties on the owl and his sweet little scarf, too! I have a fondness in my heart for owls and yours is soooo adorable. As I type this, I have my local Audubon magazine open to an article titled *Got Owls?* Gee, no...but Anna does, lol! Thanks for sharing these cuties:)
Posted by: Cindy H. | January 04, 2009 at 08:43 AM
Hey Anna, So glad you did make it home safely from your parents. I absolutely love all of these. The leg warmers made me giggle, though, just so creative and cute! Happy New Year to you and Alan! I'm sure all the critters missed you!
Posted by: Sherri D. | January 04, 2009 at 08:26 AM
VERY very cute. I love the owl! The texture on that fabric is divine, and he is so adorable! Nice job!
Posted by: Kathy Daume' | January 04, 2009 at 07:57 AM
Ana, these are precious. Do I see a new "Anna" line of products coming out? They would surely sell.
Posted by: Kittie | January 04, 2009 at 07:48 AM
Glad you had a good time with your parents and are home safely. Happy New Year!
Love all your creations but especially the chickie with the ear muffs and leg warmers!
Posted by: Bev J. | January 04, 2009 at 07:20 AM
I really love your felties. Being someone who makes her own felt I really could make some with my own products. What a lightbulb moment. I used to have leg warmers just like the hen with the earmuffs ;o)
Posted by: Gillian McMurray | January 04, 2009 at 06:34 AM
These are so adorable! I have been following your blog for awhile now - since discovering Tiny Tim - and I absolutely love everything you do and also love hearing about your chickens. The owl reminds me of Woodsy Owl. Remember him? Give a Hoot, Don't Pollute! :)
Posted by: Shelly | January 04, 2009 at 06:28 AM
OOooh double squeal Anna!!
These are just as cute as can be - I'm lovin' that BONE!!!
I can see I'm gonna have some fun visiting here in 2009!!!!
Dawn
x
Posted by: Dawn | January 04, 2009 at 05:49 AM
Anna, these are too cute. Is there anything you can not do?
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry Eckblad | January 04, 2009 at 04:46 AM
Oh, these are simply gorgeous, love them.
Posted by: Susy | January 04, 2009 at 04:31 AM
Oooh! Cute, cute, cute! The legwarmers are way too cute! These made me smile.
Posted by: Toni K | January 04, 2009 at 03:42 AM
I love the owl! sooooo cute!
IfatArt
Posted by: IfatArt | January 04, 2009 at 12:56 AM
OMG, they are so cute. I just love the rose color bird with the cutest ear muff and leg warmers. His eyes look like they are smiling at me. It is just adorable. You are very creative. Thanks for for sharing your ideas and creations.
Posted by: Susan N | January 03, 2009 at 11:52 PM
Alan and the critters will be glad you are home I am sure they all missed you. I love your felties they are all so cute I especially like the bird with the leg warmers.TFS Ann lind
Posted by: Ann Lind | January 03, 2009 at 11:05 PM
Love these little creations, especially the little bird with leg warmers! Wouldn't my little chickens love ear muffs and leg warmers! Glad you made it home safe, have been looking at the pictures of all the snow in Washington, can't imagine being THAT snowed in!
Posted by: Amber | January 03, 2009 at 10:46 PM
Super cute. Where is Tiny Tim?
Posted by: Laurie in MN | January 03, 2009 at 10:36 PM
I love them...maybe I should start now for next Christmas since I am such a procrastinator!!! Thanks for sharing and glad you are feeling a little better...
Posted by: Ginny | January 03, 2009 at 09:47 PM
Adorable! Welcome back. What fun you must have had with family making these ornaments you have been showing us!
Posted by: Ruth Gore | January 03, 2009 at 08:55 PM
These are TOO CUTE!! I was wishing I thought to make some felt ornaments for this year, but you've inspired me to be sure to schedule some in for next year's tree!
Posted by: Emily | January 03, 2009 at 08:39 PM
Holey Hootness!! That owl is the cutest thing EVER!!!
Posted by: Karrie Baker | January 03, 2009 at 08:14 PM
Too cute! You should submit them to Christen's new mag! http://thedeliberatelife.typepad.com/the_deliberate_life/2009/01/the-year-to-shine.html
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | January 03, 2009 at 08:14 PM
Oh...these are just sooooooo adorable! Anna, can I come spend a week with you and try to soak up some of your craftiness? You are so talented!
Posted by: Shae | January 03, 2009 at 08:04 PM
These are fun. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
Posted by: Carole | January 03, 2009 at 08:03 PM
Your little critters are adorable Anna!! I bet y'all had so much fun being together making these in all that snow!!
I bet Mr.curly rooster was so happy to see you!
Posted by: pam hooten | January 03, 2009 at 07:31 PM
OMG-- these are the cutest-- and I have to agree-- The owl is my fave!! Adorable!!!
Posted by: Tori Wild | January 03, 2009 at 07:19 PM
Oh wow Anna, these ornaments are adorable! Beautiful!! I love all of them!
Hugs,
LIM
Posted by: Lim | January 03, 2009 at 07:04 PM
These are fabulous! I adore each and every single one! [coveting again].
Posted by: Gabriela | January 03, 2009 at 06:40 PM
All of the things you made from felt are too cute! I'm going to try my hand at making some. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Erika M | January 03, 2009 at 06:27 PM
Anna, these are adorable as well as the earlier ones you posted!!!
Posted by: Christie Ortman | January 03, 2009 at 06:16 PM
You DO realize that you're going to have to start selling these in your store, right? I mean....Oh My GOSH! These are SO dang cute!
Posted by: MeShellaBella | January 03, 2009 at 06:14 PM
Wow, these are wonderful! I love that plump owl, but the leg warmer chick is really great too!
Posted by: Danielle | January 03, 2009 at 06:10 PM
Soooooooooooo cute!!! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Jackie | January 03, 2009 at 05:56 PM
These are adorable, Anna!! I love the little leg warmers! Too cute!!!
Posted by: Marie | January 03, 2009 at 05:49 PM