A Handful Of Acorns

ACORNS

Making felt acorns is something I do each Fall.

Most years the acorn caps I find from the oak trees here are kind of small.

This year I found some huge ones.

I've made hundreds of these things and given them all away.

These ones I think I'll keep for myself.

Keeping it simple as always.

Karen

Inspired By Nature

As I walked along the dusty country lane that leads to my house, I came upon these.

 

These little berry like buds reminded me of tiny tufted pillows.

Then I thought...hmm...perfect idea for my felted pincushions.

So...I added a sweet ceramic button to the top and the bottom of my pin cushions and I think they are quite fine.

If you are in need of any of these wonderful ceramic buttons, you can purchase them from Anita @ www.potteryhead.etsy.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

karen ann



Felt Good

Hi!

I've been busy felting goodies for some upcoming craft events and for some gifts too.

I'm finally getting around to stringing a few of the beads I've made.

I added some wool beads to the tops of these hair sticks or shawl sticks.

A friend gifted me a purple pin cushion a couple of years ago and I just loved it, so I thought I'd give that a try too.

I've stitched together some envelopes from the sheets of felt I made a few weeks ago.

Then there's this...

It was my first attempt at a felted vessel and it was a complete failure however...

I refuse to waste wool so...

I added some stitching and a few ceramic beads and I love it.

Even the little wool pebbles were a failed attempt at sweater beads a couple of years ago. I knew I would use them for something. Although the felting part of this bowl didn't turn out well, I love the colors and textures. It reminds me of cotton candy.

So, don't throw away those pieces that don't turn out quite right.

You'll use them some day for something.

This is how hoarders are born : )

Hugs,

Karen Ann



A Visit To Autumn House Farm

Hi everyone!

Yesterday I made another trip over to Autumn House Farm.

I was hoping to get lots of good photos to share, but the much prayed for rain came pouring down and taking pictures was not an option. I did manage to get three photos just minutes before the rain.

This beautiful old tree stands in front of the house.

This sweet little barn cat was there to greet me at the sheep barn.



A few of the sheep inside the barn. Not a very good photo...there wasn't much light and I didn't want to use a flash and scare the sheep.

Harriet, the owner of Autumn House Farm, had invited me over to see some of the antiques from her parent's estate. I purchased this wonderful old wooden seed box.

I took a few felted stones along to give to Harriet.

I had felted them using some of the wool I had purchased there earlier in the week.

Autumn House Farm is such a feel good place.

It's a family run farm that's been in business since the 1800's.

I will be visiting there again soon and will be posting more photos and a schedule of events to be held there this Fall. If you love fiber...you'll love this place. The shop is open by appointment only at this time and is located in Rochester Mills, Indiana County, PA.

 Autumn House Farm...Where Yarn Is Born

Thanks for stopping by!

I'll be posting more information about this wonderful fiber heaven soon.

karen ann



Felt Love

Yesterday I visited a local sheep farm and was blown away by it all.

Harriet, the owner, took me on a tour of all the buildings where the wool is processed and I felt like I was in heaven. I'd never seen so much wool and so many colors to choose from. I am hoping to return there soon and will have photos to show you when I do. I can't wait to go back there!

Today, I would like to share a few photos of the felting that I've been working on.

Bright colored bangles.

A beautiful white scarf made of wool, silk and cotton.

A scarf with wool curls.

Lots of beads.

I think working with wool is like creating magic. The textures and colors are so inspiring and the possibilities are endless.

I hope you are creating a little magic where you are too.

Thanks for stopping by.

karen ann

Felting Wool

I'm playing with some pretty wool today in between loads of laundry.

I'm hoping to end up with some cool, fiber jewelry.

I'll let you know how everything turned out in a day or two, after they are dry.

See ya soon.

Karen

Felted Pebbles

I've been playing around with some felting lately.

I borrowed this idea from my dear friend Lisa over at Lil Fish Studios.

This is my 2nd attempt at felting rocks and I think I almost have it right.

They're still a bit too fuzzy, but thanks to some tips from Lisa, I'm pretty sure the next ones will be much better.

See ya soon.

Karen

Crocheted Brooches With Vintage Buttons

These are not the, over the top, unusual,  accessories that I typically make.

They are simple crocheted flower brooches embellished with vintage buttons.

Something that anyone could feel comfortable wearing.

I think they might look nice to dress up a jacket or maybe pin one on a cool weather scarf.

All were crocheted with lovely wool yarn and backed with recycled wool felt.

I love the antique glass button on this ivory one.

I think most of these will end up as gifts, but I'll probably keep at least one for myself .

I made a simple necklace as well.

I felted the wool beads myself. First I needle felted them and then followed that up with some wet felting.

There is a glass bead between each of the felted ones and the clasp is copper.

Once again, not my usual, over the top, kind of thing.

Perfect for Fall, don't you think?

Thanks for stopping by!

Karen

Spring Cleaning Giveaway

It's that time of year when most of us are sorting, organizing, and cleaning.

Some people call it nesting.

I've been doing the same.
I also did some Spring cleaning in my  Etsy shop and will be giving away a few of those items.
Three crocheted pieces.

Since winter refuses to let up, I've chosen something to keep you warm, something for your home, and something just for fun to help you think Spring.

Lets think Spring first.

A little crocheted worm on a mossy rock.

To keep you warm, a thick, crocheted cowl.

And for your home, a felted wool, wall pocket.

I will pick a winner on Monday, Feb. 14th.

To enter for the drawing:
Two chances to win.

Follow my blog for one entry and leave a comment for another.

I'd love to see what you're up to and check out your blogs as well.

I've met so many creative people through my blogging and have made some wonderful new friends.

I'm looking forward to more of the same.

I hope you decide to join me and to share with me your creative passions as well.

One clean and shiny corner of my home. A long way to go!

Hugs and best wishes to everyone.

Thank you for stopping in.

Karen