I know it has been too quiet here...

But I've been busy...

You see, this little fellow has been begging for my time and attention...

And I've been cutting out felt shapes for days...

And I've discovered the amazing fun of sewing tiny baby shoes...

 

 Baby shoes that are as soft and cozy as they look!

 I spent more than an hour in JoAnns yesterday. Yes. Our tiny JoAnn's in Plymouth, Indiana.
I just kept walking up and down the fabric aisles. Trying to pick some tiny print fabrics for my next few pairs of baby shoes.
I fell for this sweet "Hey Diddle Diddle" print...

 And these little monkey friends begged me to take them home.
I've always had a soft spot in my heart for monkeys! : )

I'd encourage you to stay tuned even though I've been uncharacteristically quiet these days.

A surprise endeavor may soon be unfolding...

...one that requires me to be diligent in crafting and sewing daily!

And it will be worth the wait! 

Felt Frenzies

I've gone a little nutty over felt lately. At .29 cents a piece, it makes for an inexpensive craft. My mom got this idea off Better Homes and Gardens' webpage. We made the black one together and then I had to come home and make another one myself! :)

Meet Boo Boo Kitties:

Yes, they are made out of felt, embroidery floss, cotton stuffing, ribbon, and are sitting on pencils.

They are good friends :)

 Meet Owly .... Owly isn't quite up to par yet. A little too much stitchery detail and not exactly as I had pictured. But an attempt and a chance to learn what I like and don't like as much.
Time to try again....