It has been a really long time since I've tried a crafty process that is totally and completely new to me. That is partially why I was so excited when I ordered a whole bunch of needle felting supplies last week from these folks. The came a few days ago, and last night Sara and I tried our hand at making some little skunky fellows...
SAM (my skunk,the fattie one in the scarf): "Hey! Hanging out on top of this washing machine is making me so hungry! It must be the kinetic energy of the spin cycle. Say, where are all of those Girl Scout cookies?"
MR. PARTYHAT (Sara's little guy): "You ate them all, because you are a piggy-skunk, and there are never any Samoas left for me".
Aren't they sweeties? My Sam has the greatest mohawk. He is such a punk little skunk.
I found needle-felting to be really fun and intuitive and...kinda mindless. In the best possible way, I mean. It made me realize that I really don't have a breezy craft that I can really do while watching a movie or talking, and have neither of them suffer (except for maybe the cutting-out part of quilting and doll-making, and that doesn't last forever). The intuitive part of it is so great and refreshing...and it wasn't terribly difficult (which I had feared initially, possibly because so much needle felted stuff I find, well, unfortunate). I don't kid myself that I'll be instantly making absolute loves like Jenn's bears, but I am so looking forward to designing some creatures of my own.
This weekend I'm planning mostly "hole-up-in-the-studio" time, which always makes me happy. Maybe I'll get to needlin' some more felted pals...
Oh, and THANK YOU for all of the sweetie pie comments about my new spectacles. It is so nice to be able to read street signs and the like. Also, about the brand...I think they are some sort of generic deal...not designer.
Happy Weekend sweet peas!
Comments (31)
Oooh I want to kiss their little noses!!!
Morgen Nichols · February 23, 2007 at 02:25 PM
Oh, how cute! If I was to have an affair, it would be with SAM (j/k). But seriously, LOVE him! Perhaps a shop update is in order???
Beth · February 23, 2007 at 02:56 PM
Love these! And I am so impressed that this is your first attempt at needle felting--you already look like a pro! My first few tries have not been very successful...and I don't dare try doing it while watching tv for fear of drawing blood ;)
Emma · February 23, 2007 at 03:00 PM
Oh, they're so cute, cute, cute!! I've tried needle felting a few times, but seem to get frustrated by working with such small pieces. You've done a wonderful job with the details here!! Sweet!
amanda · February 23, 2007 at 03:11 PM
the skunkies are adorable! I love them! Maybe my next craft if I get tired of making piggies :)
Lauren · February 23, 2007 at 03:58 PM
I can't believe how well you did having never done this before, They are both darling. Hmm, maybe needle felting isn't as scary as I thought?
Mama Urchin · February 23, 2007 at 04:05 PM
WOW!!! I can't wait to see what you'll come up with next!! So talented!
Mary Contrary · February 23, 2007 at 04:18 PM
Tongue sticking out = CUTENESS!!!
Marilyn · February 23, 2007 at 04:22 PM
Such beauties!! I just ordered some needle felting supplies last weekend, I'm still waiting for them to arrive, but I'm even more excited now!!
Vicki · February 23, 2007 at 04:41 PM
so cute, i really like them!
Carmen · February 23, 2007 at 05:08 PM
Cute skunks!
Erika · February 23, 2007 at 06:34 PM
i'm a needle-felter! i think its an awesome craft for folks (like me) who aren't 'super crafty!'
and -- cute!
amber · February 23, 2007 at 07:38 PM
Skunks are the bestest most wonderful. I think they are so misunderstood....AND!!!!I am so glad Mr. Church mouse has some new friends. What a delightment! What did you name that sweet vermin anyhow? Love what you girls did! Of course it was going to turn out well. Look at the two crafty sweets who made them! xxo, Vanessa
Vanessa · February 23, 2007 at 08:18 PM
These are totally precious! I agree whole-heartedly that a lot of needle felted creatures are a bit icky in my opinion. But these are too super cute! Great job!
Liz Harvatine · February 23, 2007 at 09:05 PM
I like the little skunks tongue the best, all sticking out and just a little bit on the sassy side....
or perhaps that is how skunks flirt?
it's hard to say.
stilettoheights · February 23, 2007 at 10:23 PM
Oh wow! I've been wanting to try needle felting for so long and I think you have just given me the nerve to go for it. Thanks!!
Helen · February 23, 2007 at 10:24 PM
The skunks are so cute!! Now, I grew up in the country, so when I'm used to smelling skunks before I see them. But I can't help myself, they so...ooh la la..mwah, mwah. (Yeah, I watched a lot of Pepe Le Pew.)
Megan · February 23, 2007 at 10:44 PM
it's been a while since i've commented... the skunks are so cute that i couldn't resist telling you so! i love miniature fuzzy things. your first attempt at needle felting is fabulous!
love the glasses on you too!
Cathy · February 23, 2007 at 11:17 PM
I can't believe you've never done this before. So talented.
ambika · February 23, 2007 at 11:33 PM
Skunky delicious!
see you, g
gracia · February 24, 2007 at 02:17 AM
Punk Skunk.
:)))
Love it.
And it's little scarf.
Alison · February 24, 2007 at 06:13 AM
Awww! Those guys have SO much character! I can't believe that was your first time. I'm in awe!
RAchelle · February 24, 2007 at 06:38 AM
I love the skunk! I think you are an instant success at the needles and felt thing!
tiffany · February 24, 2007 at 09:25 AM
adorable!!! for your first felted critter, I'd say this one is a resounding sucess!! I'm very much looking forward to seeing any other little friends you come up with... :)
Casey · February 24, 2007 at 01:51 PM
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kiwicuties/401203824/
Have you seen this? Swooontastic Clive Owen ad.
KiWi · February 24, 2007 at 05:35 PM
I am so glad you left the link for the starter kits for felting. It has really piqued my interest lately, what with all the felting going on in the craft world these days. Perhaps soon I can try it myself. The bird kit at the site you mentioned is cute!
Your skunks, by the way, are absolutely precious, and very Flower-esque (you know, Flower from "Bambi"). ;)
Nichole · February 24, 2007 at 08:04 PM
You must realize how beyond adorable those are... I've been planning to pick up a few felting needles for ages now, but I think those skunks have toppled all opposition + procrastination.
You and your friend did a great job.
tangerined · February 25, 2007 at 02:53 AM
what a sweet squirrel and love his little pink tongue...why do some people hate them? i think they're adorable..maybe since as a child i fed a squirrel peanut butter on crackers that came to our kitchen window....i even gave him a name which i forgot...oh lord i'm old!!
Tricia · February 25, 2007 at 01:38 PM
the squirrels' name was 'Chester'!!
Tricia · February 25, 2007 at 01:42 PM
Oh, man, i'm off track...that was a SKUNK and not a squirrel!
well, I did that comment half asleep..so there...
Tricia · February 26, 2007 at 01:48 PM
our new friend the skunk may get the name rikitikitakiskunkishmikishmaki, or skunki for short (pronounced like skoonki) :) Our friend Deimantė picked it out.
dave · March 20, 2007 at 05:26 PM