The idea of the critters began back in 2009 when I found a book called "Sew Me, Love Me" by Hsiu-Lan Kuei. The author called her little hand made animals "friends" and encouraged both using her designs and venturing off on our own. Her animals were made from old clothes and socks and I loved the idea of reuse. Many of my initial designs came from the basic designs from this book, but as I've progressed, more and more are my own designs.
The first group of critters sat on my desk for a while and as friends came to visit, I asked their opinion. My friend Leah was most honest - she thought they were silly but that I should consult with some kids in the neighborhood. But, I really didn't see (or make) the critters for children. I see them more as an adult thing, but honestly I had no idea.
What I decided to do was to send them up north to my friend Martha who's church has a craft fair just before Christmas every year. I had been sewing and sending American Girl doll clothes up there for a few years and thought I'd see how the critters did. The church sells the crafts and then all proceeds go to charity so it was a win/win. I got to create and whatever sold made money for good causes.
Find out more about the critters journey next time......
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