Saturday, November 30, 2013

going back to Cali

























One of my all time favorite pieces found a forever home in California over the Thanksgiving holiday! Here he is getting ready to go, with a variety of other traveling companions. My "babies" are never lonely on the road to their new homes, nor are they boxed up for long. Herman was one of my first jointed-wing pieces. I love his 70s vibe and the fact that his wings don't match. I love me some asymmetry! So long Herman. I have a feeling his body design will resurface often. BTW, little brother, Russell, is still in the shop ;-)

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

a reluctant goodbye to Halloween


I'm always reluctant to say goodbye to little Templeton and Scabbers come November. I have seven of these squeaky Dollar Store rats and I really feel the need for more, dozens to be truthful. So, it seems apropos to post about the steampunk owl costume I made for my eldest daughter now, nearly a week after Halloween has passed. You could say that I over achieved, just a little bit, but I was so incredibly inspired with the subject matter! I have been, after all, referred to as "the owl lady" at the ceramics studio for several years. It was undoubtedly a whole lot of work, but my recipient was thrilled, her younger sister wants to be the owl next year, and it was a true joy to see that big ol' great horned owl excitedly flapping her wings and circling the park across the street from our house in leaps and bounds.

the details: front, sleeve and materials

acting the part

the full ensemble, still acting the part