As work in the dollhouse foyer continues, I’ve been thinking about rugs. Rugs and carpets were an important feature of Victorian houses.
After researching different ways to make them, I did a creative experiment and I’m pleased with the result. In the video below, watch as I create the rug using burlap fabric, also known as hemp and jute, and wool.
I read Kenneth Grahame's classic tale The Wind in the Willows for the first time this month. A wonder weaver recommended it and I'm so glad that I followed her advice, for I simply adored it! There were so many moments that spoke to my heart. To celebrate the...
Recently I made a miniature version of a tawny owl inspired by Old Mr. Brown, Beatrix Potter's cantankerous owl. I was inspired to make the owl after receiving a request from a Wonder Weaver, who liked my miniature barn owl and wanted to learn how I made the animal....
This week I started a new diorama which is part of my Autumn Picnic project. The diorama features a barn owl reading a book. The barn owl was made using the spun cotton technique, meanwhile, I made the book from paper. As a finishing touch, I've started decorating the...