I purchased this 3rd book, I did want to make the cat, I have everything here accept the pattern, I did consider playing around with the patterns I have, to bodge a cat, but hubby said 'get the book', I don't need to be told twice. I am going to try something completely different on the cat body, bit of fun.
These items are from the Luna Lupin website, I got the felt colour I wanted, some tiny button and as a treat for myself the felt and fur for Hamish the Highlander, sadly I did not read it correct, I have the materials but not the pattern. I can either wait until the book is released next year or make the fox and keep the fur, oh well lesson learnt, so I have plenty to keep me busy.
I have also purchased these tiny shoes, I have knitted and sewn shoes before, they are fiddly and never look great, so these will finish each outfit. A shiny pair, pair of daps and 2 pretty pairs of shoes.
I have spend a bit online, but only what I could not get from our local shop, their felt was thin, I went to the proper website as these will be toys which will be played with, so it's vital they are strong. I have also sorted loads of bits from my stash, which goes with my use what I have theme for this year. You can never makes anything completely with what you have, there is always something missing from your stash. I did try and ensure I got what I needed, because most online shops charge you postage, so a second order is not really a good thing.
I have also ordered a component for each one I make, I am hoping they won't take long to arrive, but they are going to be worth waiting for, I am planning to make some clothes whilst waiting for the delivery.
Now I have plenty to make, which is great as I have loads of time at home, I hope to make loads of clothes, they are all the same size, so clothes can be worn by any of them. I had though last year I would buy a plastic baby doll and make clothes for her, as I did for my own daughters, but making animals from scratch is way more fun, and probably no more expensive than the doll. I am hoping Molly will love them now and later as she is older and able to change the outfits.
Rachel stop laughing at this post, I can hear your 'I told you so' comments, I hope you are feeling a bit better today.
Hahhahahahaaahahahaaa as if I would say a word! Those little shoes are darling and your Molly is a very lucky little girl indeed xxx
ReplyDeleteNot sure if Molly will have as much pleasure playing with them, as I'm getting making them.
DeleteOh those tiny shoes are so cute! If I could sew well I would be sorely tempted to begin some Lunas of my own. You are so talented Marlene 😊
ReplyDeleteHello, just discovered your blog but as much as I'd like to read back through some of your posts I've found even reading the first post very difficult, the type is obscured by the pictures of flowers and I had to scroll up and down to read each line. I wonder how many other people are put off reading by this?
ReplyDeleteYou have to scroll down to read anyway so I have never found reading Marlene's blog a problem.
DeleteThose shoes are so cute! I have everything to make Luna but haven't got round to it yet, It's definitely on my list to do this year though, I shall look forward to you posting what clothes you make for them as that's the bit i'm going to find difficult so any tips will be helpful.
ReplyDeleteThey're such cute little animals, aren't they. I can see why you've been bitten by the bug. I got the kit to make Luna from the website, well, Eleanor bought it for me actually, I've had it ages but as you know, I'm not a confident sewer so I've never got started on it, perhaps this will be the year, we'll see. What cute little shoes. It's all the little accessories which add to the cuteness.
ReplyDeleteI think the cat is very sweet ,I cant wait to see yours .Hamish is beautiful , but looks too difficult for me . I have made two Luna Lapins now. My mum was so pleased with the one I gave her for her birthday . Very sweet shoes !
ReplyDeleteAww, the book is lovely and I know that the grandchildren will love playing with the toys.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
It sounds like you're having a lot of fun with this project. I'm sure that you and Molly will have lots more playing with the animals in the future.
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your cute animals, made and given with so much love, very special. Love the little shoes xcx
ReplyDeleteYour animal sewing is a real labour of love and Molly is a very lucky little girl. I'm sure all the animals you make will be greatly treasured.
ReplyDeleteYour new project sounds absolutely adorable!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to seeing your makes!
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