I have had a non stop day today of sewing! I'm heading back to hospital in a week or so and I wanted to make my kids some toys to cuddle while I'm away. I have to go to hospital in Sydney to see the only specialist who is game to operate on me. I saw a number of other specialists, but they didn't have the confidence to be able to handle my injury. Anyway, last time I was only supposed to be away for 5 nights, and ended up being away for 5 weeks.
Anyway, thats all fine, I'm actually looking forward to this surgery because it means I am getting my leg brace taken out, so this is a good one. Then it's the hard work of learning to walk again.
On to happier things, here are the baby's I made for my Baby's. Once again they are from the Kaleidoscope book by Melly and Me. You can find their links a few posts down about Melvin.
So without further ado, I introduce Bubbles the Unicorn...And Bella Boo the bunny rabbit... She still needs a flower in her hair and a pretty dress, but I'll get there :)
I wanted to offer a tip, you probably already know this, but I like quilting because you can make beautiful things without having to use patterns. I like being given a measurement and being able to cut it out with a rotary cutter and ruler. So when I was supposed to cut out template plastic for the patterns for these toys I though, I need to find another way. So I got out my freezer paper and traced the patterns and then ironed them onto my chosen fabric. It made life soooo much easier! I could move the pattern and fabric around without worrying about moving the pattern and messing it up. I can also use the paper again, and it is so much cheaper than template plastic. So here they are together, Bella Boo and Bubbles :)
Aren't they just adorable!
I wanted to offer a tip, you probably already know this, but I like quilting because you can make beautiful things without having to use patterns. I like being given a measurement and being able to cut it out with a rotary cutter and ruler. So when I was supposed to cut out template plastic for the patterns for these toys I though, I need to find another way. So I got out my freezer paper and traced the patterns and then ironed them onto my chosen fabric. It made life soooo much easier! I could move the pattern and fabric around without worrying about moving the pattern and messing it up. I can also use the paper again, and it is so much cheaper than template plastic. So here they are together, Bella Boo and Bubbles :)
Aren't they just adorable!
They are super cute - Your kids are very lucky to have such a talented mummy ! XXXXX
ReplyDeleteI love the the fabric you used for both cuddly annimals. The kids will enjoy them so much and they will know you lover them every time they cuddle there unicorn of rabbit.
ReplyDeletePaula they're sooo cute!!! I'm totally in love with Bella Bunny ... she's adorable!! You're such a clever Mummy, I bet your little ones are over the moon with their new friends ;o).
ReplyDeleteBig hugs,
Joy :o)
Well, they made me smile....I'm thinking the kids will smile too....wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Kelly
Wow! Totally adorable! I thought Melvin was cute, and they just keep getting cuter. I'm sure the kids will love them. Best wishes for a speedy recovery :-)
ReplyDeleteLisa
USA
I love your babies' babies, Paula! Gosh you work so quick sweetie! :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure your little ones are ecstatic!
Hugs!
Vikki xo
Cute babies, for your babies. They are so lucky.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the surgery.
Your babies are precious and lots of hugs are in store for them.
ReplyDeleteI hope all goes well for you and that you're home with your babies soon.
:o)
Carolyn*
Hi!! I´m CARLA from Spain (Navarra) and I´m so glad to follow your blog, your works are so nice and I´ll wish visit my blog.
ReplyDeleteI know you by the blog APASIONADA POR LAS MANUALIDADES, becouse I´m member of the club.
Best regards,
CARLA
Please now that I am keeping you in my prayers and hope that you're on your way to a speedy recovery!!!
ReplyDeleteThe fabric for Bubbles is gorgeous....couldn't see him in anything else!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou've done a magnificent job, Paula....now, for that leg to heal as quickly as you sew!!!
Best wishes ;o) Wendy B
I dont understand what you were saying about the freezer paper - could you elaborate? :)
ReplyDeleteMany thanks
Rachelle
Those are adorable!!! I love your tip about the freezer paper, I use it all the time for quilting, never thought of using it for patterns!
ReplyDeleteI'm saying a prayer about your surgery!
I just love Belle boo and Bubbles--and your "babies" will too--you are so loving to your family--thanks for being that way--happy stitching--Hugs, just, di
ReplyDeleteHola Paula!!!
ReplyDeleteLos muñequitos son realmente adorables y más si los hicieron tus manos...
De corazón te deseo mucha suerte con tu cirugía...
Queremos que vuelvas pronto!!!
Besos
They all look so adorable Paula :) That is a good tip about the freezer paper :) hugs Vicki
ReplyDeleteThey are fabulous ! All the best wishes for your treatment , hope all goes well .
ReplyDeleteThose "babies' are adorable...very cuddly-looking. Best wishes for your surgery and a quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteLots of hugs :)
You have been busy - they sure are too cute for words. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteJust 'THE' perfect cuddlies for your Babies... Hope all goes well with your surgery & recovery.
ReplyDeleteLove this blog. I'm now following your blog and have set up Gum Tree Designers with a link on my blog. You are all awesome. Thank you for all your sites. Please enter me in your drawing!
ReplyDeleteGramma Fluff
I am slowly getting posting my comments and becoming a follower for "among the gumtrees", What a great idea and such a talented group of ladies. I am going to sit down and read all the blogs, you ladies are so inspirational.
ReplyDeletegg
Love your toys Sure the children will love good luck with your surgery.
ReplyDeleteHugs Mary.
Bella Boo and Bubbles are great and thanks for the tip about the freezer paper. Hope the visit to the specialist goes well.
ReplyDeleteThank you soooooo much for letting me know about your creations!! I am so glad that you have been enjoying my book and I simply ADORE what you have made from its pages! I am sure that each and every creation is loved to bits! Thanks again and enjoy!!
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