Swap Bot is most certainly making me get my crafty arse in gear. Today I sat myself down on said arse and made something for another swap. In this one, which I hosted actually, participants had to create some art to fit into a mailable photoframe. I still have one to make (but it’s for Angela, so she can wait if I can’t get it done), but this one is going out tomorrow:
My partner for this swap mentioned she collects kokopellis, so of course I had no idea what a one of those even was. Thank you google! The kokopelli is a Native American fertility deity who overlooks childbirth and crops. Now you’re saying “Well DUH Frog, what ELSE would it be?” to which I can only say “Nertz to you, I’m Australian”. Of course I’d seen a kokopelli before, I just didn’t know what they were called. Stop picking on me!
Uh, anyway, this one is made from fabric, as you can see. I made the background from some offcuts I had to hand. The kokopelli itself is felt, hand sewn on (no iron on adhesive for this little black duck [only because I didn't have any to hand]), with the flute and headfeathers added later in 6 strands of embroidery thread. I sewed the whole lot to the back of the felt frame and tucked it into the frame, ready to send.
*Takes bow*
Another something heading out in the mail tomorrow is ma chicken.
Just kicking on back and enjoying the Aussie sunshine before being stuffed in a postpack and mailed to America. She’s actually a Chickummyjig, and you can find the pattern for her at Myrtle and Eunice. If you’re observant, you’ll notice the same two fabrics I used to back the kokopelli. Which means I’ve blogged these in the wrong order, really. I chose felt for the wings, but to be honest I regret it, they’re a bit too sticky-to-the-body (stop me if I get technical on you here). However overall I’m pleased with her, and I hope she’ll be welcomed in her new home.
I don’t think Chook the Budgie will be sad to see her go.
Evil Budgie Eye says “Get out of my space, overgrown sock puppet”.