There has been much talk about Gnomes, Elves and Pixies lately. With Christmas fast approaching, we seem to rediscover those house creatures every year. I have always wanted one of my own, they are said to protect the house and its inhabitants. Against what? Trolls maybe. I hope they prevent bickering too.
So last night I started drafting what I hoped would turn into a proper Nisse, encouraged by the work of others (check here for a cute one). My experience with stuffed creatures is limited: two sock monkeys, a Big Footed Bunny and a pair of common garden gnomes; but I went on undeterred into the night, adding 1/4" seam allowances everywhere on the freezer paper.
Today, day two, after another little shopping trip at Whimsy Cottage for some more red and white goodies, I stated a muslim sample of my Tomtenisse. It took a very long time, and looks a lot like a skinny insect, but it gives me some ideas for improvements. The next one with be a lot pudgier! See you tomorrow with version 2.0
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