I purchased a "Do You Want To Build A Snowman" kit and pattern from Primitive Gatherings. I knew I could use the pattern to make up some kits for my 4-H kids - it is an easy project. So, that is what I did (with help from Justine) - over 600 traced pennies later...I had 20 kits.
I am able to make up these kits for my 4-H kids and most of the time not charge them for the project because I thrift shop. While Al was off we thrifted our way from here to there and I did find some nice wool. Al even found me a huge army blanket for $3 - score!
The white one was the kit I purchased. White wool is hard to find. The cream wool I used was a blanket I found at Goodwill for $4.99. I let it soak in bleach water to lighten it up and washed it in hot water 2 times. I like the antique look to them. The arms, hat, nose, scarf were felted pieces I already had in my stash.
I was excited to find this while at a Saint Vincent's near Milwaukee, a Harris Tweed wool blazer from Scotland. While we were there this past fall, we were told by our tour guide that the "best" wool to buy was from Harris Tweed. I almost feel guilty felting this one. However, it will be repurposed into other cool projects.
I always find wool in the brown colors, so I was so happy to find these wool skirts in blue. Most were $3.49 each. So, now I have a laundry basket full of skirts, blazers and shirts to rip apart and felt along with a few blankets.
This week, I will also be painting my new booth at Jackie's Antique Mall. These are the things I'm working on. How about you?
Blessings from Ringle, Wisconsin.
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I am able to make up these kits for my 4-H kids and most of the time not charge them for the project because I thrift shop. While Al was off we thrifted our way from here to there and I did find some nice wool. Al even found me a huge army blanket for $3 - score!
The white one was the kit I purchased. White wool is hard to find. The cream wool I used was a blanket I found at Goodwill for $4.99. I let it soak in bleach water to lighten it up and washed it in hot water 2 times. I like the antique look to them. The arms, hat, nose, scarf were felted pieces I already had in my stash.
I was excited to find this while at a Saint Vincent's near Milwaukee, a Harris Tweed wool blazer from Scotland. While we were there this past fall, we were told by our tour guide that the "best" wool to buy was from Harris Tweed. I almost feel guilty felting this one. However, it will be repurposed into other cool projects.
I always find wool in the brown colors, so I was so happy to find these wool skirts in blue. Most were $3.49 each. So, now I have a laundry basket full of skirts, blazers and shirts to rip apart and felt along with a few blankets.
This week, I will also be painting my new booth at Jackie's Antique Mall. These are the things I'm working on. How about you?
Blessings from Ringle, Wisconsin.
Linked to: http://www.beyondthepicket-fence.com/2017/01/talk-of-town-link-party_17.html
Your felted snowmen are absolutely adorable!
ReplyDeleteHi Jacky! Love the snowmen kits! Adorable! I'm working on cleaning my house! And planning my garden. The weather is so nice here, I think Spring is around the corner! Thanks for sharing! Blessings from Bama!
ReplyDeleteWow that is a lot of pennies but they look cute! Janice
ReplyDeletecute!! I love wool :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great make for your group to enjoy!
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