12.23.2010

Felt Hand Puppets

So a month or so ago, I agreed to make puppets for my own girls, two nieces, and two sort-of nephews. I figured 6-8 puppets for each set of kids, no biggie. Right? Well, I'm not sure I can express how glad I am to have these done. They weren't overly hard or anything, and actually I enjoyed the creative process part of making them--they were just so time consuming, and I'm tired of staying up until 1-2:00 am to finish them. I am pretty proud of how they all turned out, though. See for yourselves:

Wild-ish animals:



Farm-ish animals



And all the kids themselves:



And everybody all together:



So, Stu and Shi, if you read this, let me know who you think would like which puppets--I'm willing to give up any of them, as I still have plenty of felt leftover to make new ones for my own girls. Just leave them a couple, so they don't feel left out. :)

12 comments:

mirjam said...

They look awesome! Sadly I'm still up, too...

Unknown said...

Heartwarming to see your talents. I sometimes fear that such activity will not move on to the next generations because of our high tech world. Keep up the good work!

pinksuedeshoe said...

I love these on so many levels. LOVE them!

Jen said...

Your puppets are so cute! I am so impressed with your sewing skills. I also loved the little play tent that you made last year.

Chad and Elizabeth said...

those are awesome! that looks like so much work... good job!

Becky said...

Those are too stinkin' cute! I love the Wild ones...especially the monkey!

gilian said...

Okay. A couple of comments. These are all quite simply adorable. Stu and Shi and other receivers of these must express deep, sincere, over-the-top gratitude. I'm pretty sure I'd be unwilling to give them up.

And second. Go to bed, girl! You are not exhausted from having three kids--you're exhausted from staying up too late!

Love, mom. :)

ps they are adorable.

Geo said...

Cute cute cute cute cute cute!

BECKY said...

supa cute!!!
have a wonderful christmas!

Alycia Grayce (Crowley Party) said...

such a great idea :) love these!

Karen said...

Thanks for your photos. I used them to help me make some puppets with my mum that i need for my collection for play therapy work. You did a great job. Karen, England.

Anonymous said...

The puppets are just beautiful, perfectly done with detaill, still they have a simplicity missing in the ready made ones in stores. Most commendable...a labour of love! Will u take orders for my daughter 's princess party next month?! I live in India though!