Sock owl mobile
August 4, 2009
The owls are flying to Washington. Now onto Stitches and Craft Show preparations. While I’m quite behind on my preps (I’ve been sick, had a sick toddler, had a big pitch and project on at work) I realised last night I actually work best under pressure. It’s quite ridiculous really but knowing that there’s only two weeks to go gives me this little buzz of excitement. I have a to do list a mile long and a smile a mile wide.
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.So I thought I’d share all this madness with you and have the 12 days of stitches. Each day I’ll post something up that my true market preparations have brought to me. Corny? Yes. But I’m going to do it anyway.
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You can see my other sock owl mobile here:
http://craftschmaft.com/2009/05/10/the-finished-owl-mobile/
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Update: Thank you so much everyone who has asked for the owl mobile pattern. It’s now available in the Craft Schmaft Etsy and Australian store.
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Hello. My name is Claire. I have a sock toy addiction. It began two years ago when I was pregnant and nesting. At first I dismissed it. I hadn't sewn in years. "Craft Schmaft" I said. Well it seems this crafty thing is here to stay. This blog brings you the delights of making sock softies, fabric finds and crafty inspiration from round the interweb.
August 4, 2009 at 2:28 PM
*squeal*!! I am in love!
August 4, 2009 at 3:04 PM
Claire they are beautiful, I am sure the new arrivals will spend many a spellbound hour looking at them.
August 4, 2009 at 3:05 PM
The owl mobile is just delightful Claire. I look foward to the 12 days too, I work better under pressure too. Hope you feel better soon too, nothing worse than feeling under the weather.
August 4, 2009 at 3:45 PM
How wonderful are you making owls to go to Washington… woohoo lucky twins indeed!! I like the detail on the last owl he looks very wise!! If you need a cheer squad to keep you going through till Stitches starts MooBear Designs is behind you and cheering. We are so proud of you and you inspire us! *Hoot Hoot Claire*
xo Steph
August 4, 2009 at 4:20 PM
WOW – these babies are so beautiful Claire. They will be VERY well received in Washinton! Best of luck with your S&C prep x
August 5, 2009 at 3:45 AM
These are so cute! Are they really made from socks? How in the world do you do that? I’d love to give it a try. I just discovered your blog- and I love these little sock creatures!
August 5, 2009 at 8:27 AM
Awww… thanks Ceci. Yes they are really made from socks – with a little bit of felt and fabric for the wings. Thank you so much everyone for your beautiful comments. I just hope the real thing lives up to expectation when it arrives in Washington. Fingers crossed xxxxx
August 5, 2009 at 10:53 AM
They are wonderful, I’m sure they will go over great! I’m an amateur at sewing, but I do love to try. I might try your tag monster to start with softies. My little boy is definitely in that label phase, so I’m sure it will be a hit, even if it looks nothing like how it is planned. I’ll make sure and let you know how it goes! Take care!
August 5, 2009 at 12:01 PM
I just followed the link from Gina’s at Clutterpunk and was greeted with this gorgeous mobile! It’s amazing! So glad I came and took a look!
August 5, 2009 at 3:58 PM
I just found your site and was blown away by the cuteness of your sock owls. Please, please, please make up a pattern so that we can all buy it and make them. My sister is an owl collector and I would love to make her one. Your little sock creatures are amazing. I am definately bookmarking your site.
August 6, 2009 at 4:52 AM
oh, these are uber adorable. Now why couldn’t I have found this when my little guy was a baby, I love it.
August 6, 2009 at 8:41 PM
Claire,
Wow, what gorgeous little creatures. I am new to the blog world and have just come across your blog via Kate, you are so, so clever…
August 6, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Very gorgeous! I dropped in via Moobear and just love your little (and Big) sock creations. Ally
August 8, 2009 at 2:56 AM
Hi there – I just found your blog after gawping at your pics on flickr, I love what you do, and after reading your profile here it would seem we started making sock toys in the exact same way!!! Funny what having babies can do you for!
August 12, 2009 at 11:18 PM
Your creations are gorgeous!
August 13, 2009 at 8:49 AM
Hello Claire,
My non sewing daughter has come across your web site and emailed me. She wants to know where she can get the pattern so she can make your owls. Can you help me?
August 24, 2009 at 7:12 AM
I am expecting and wanted to do owls for a nursery (not easily found)….I couldn’t imagine anything more perfect than these owls! I am wanting to know the same. I would love to get the pattern as well. All of my family sews and this would bring us all together in a nursery project! love to hear back from you…so very creative!
September 2, 2009 at 10:42 AM
Have just found out my sister will be having her first bub and really adore these owls. Is there a pattern available? I’m assuming a lot would rely on good sock selection… not sure if I trust my ability to select the perfect sock! Hope you hear from you!