Smile
December 5, 2009
Well I made it in one piece to the Finders Keepers market last night. After frantic printing, sewing and packing it was such a relief to stand back and look at the stall all set up. The market was fantastic – music, drinks and stacks of visitors. In the crazy lead up to this market I’d almost forgotten (yes one of those WHAT AM I DOING? moments) why I decided to start this business in the first place. Why I chucked in a fantastic job to be surrounded by piles of socks and stuffing. Last night I realised that I have the best job in the world and that is, quite simply, to make people smile. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing people’s faces light up when they spot a little owl, woof woof or giraffe. Nothing more amazing than to think that squeals of delight are a result of my creations.
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Day 2 of Finders Keepers today and lots of photos to come and a stack of new kits to go into the Craft Schmaft store tomorrow.
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.
December 5, 2009 at 6:55 PM
I know what you mean – when people see your stuff and smile…it is just the best thing!
December 5, 2009 at 9:26 PM
I found you at Finders Keepers today and in amongst the hundreds of owl “things” in the markets yours were by far the cutest and least scary!
I am petrified of owls and had to avoid a few stalls because there was just too much owling (yep, its a word) going on!
So i just have to say i love your little owls in all their cuteness
December 6, 2009 at 10:32 AM
Awwww… .thanks Alyssa!
December 5, 2009 at 9:30 PM
You did good love, the stand looked amazing! I must of walk passed about three times before I could catch your attention. I can’t wait to hear all about it. Bx
December 5, 2009 at 9:48 PM
I saw your creations for the first time today when my friend and I accidentally stumbled on the Finders Keepers market! Your stall and your gorgeous creations were absolutely captivating. I LOVE SOCKS!! Thank you for bringing such beauty, whimsy and adorableness to the world!!
Kindest,
Natalie
December 6, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Thanks so much Natalie for your beautiful comment.