I had fun with this challenge. Debated on what I wanted to do, but then I saw these wooden plaques at Dollar Tree and since I've been known to make a pattern from most anything, just couldn't resist getting them. I used the one on the right as inspiration for this challenge, but i'm thinking I need to make patterns from the other two plaques soon.
Background fabric, backing and binding were from a remnants and scraps I had in my stash.
His body, face and hat were all out of the bag of prefused scraps (yes, it's pretty much unending....I don't toss much out).
His body, face and hat were all out of the bag of prefused scraps (yes, it's pretty much unending....I don't toss much out).
His beard is made from 1.667 yards of fringed, cotton trim from Joann's (only 12 inches left from a 2 yd spool of it!). The trim is top-stitched on with a stretch zigzag stitch. One of the little tassels from the trim is sewn onto the tip of his cap.
The poinsettia bloom is a silk flower from my stash of flowers and is held on with a wooden button.
Finished size is about 10 by 12 inches and was made for display at work should I ever make it back there before Christmas.
How clever!
ReplyDeleteLove the plaques and Sven is adorable!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea using wooden gnomes as pattern guide!! I can't draw so will keep this in mind for drawing help!!
ReplyDeleteHow clever--to use the wood pieces to make patterns! Your gnome wall hanging is wonderful--sew creative and cute!
ReplyDeleteHahahaha...I have found someone who doesn't throw much of anything away, just like me! Swen is exactly the reason we keep so much "stuff". He is over the top cute and what a great beard he is sporting. I can't tell you just how my inspiration I get from you! Thanks for being a part of our hops.
ReplyDeleteLove Sven the gnome, he is so cute Moira!
ReplyDeleteSven is definitely a handsome guy…so creative! Thank you for showing us your gnome!
ReplyDeleteI am a dedicated Dollar Tree craft person but never thought to do this. WOW
ReplyDeleteGreat idea and wonderful finished Gnome. It's been a pleasure meeting Sven.
Sven is cute as can be, and such a fun addition to your work area. Thank you!
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