Jetting off already to her new home, this is my latest hare - somewhat more feminine than Harris and Bracken.
She is named after Gelsey Kirkland, the American prima ballerina. I'm not a ballet buff and I'd already mostly made her when my lovely customer asked for this name. Would she resemble her namesake?
When I did some Google image searching, I was pleased to see that they share the same poise and haughty nose-in-airness - true divas of their art.
Her shoes are worn out from too much dancing and...
...instead of putting my usual needle felt heart motif on her, I simply incorporated a 'gold' heart charm into her pearl bracelet. I seem to be veering towards making little clothes now, rather than needle felting them, something I've not been keen on in the past, but this tutu worked so well (simple as it is) that I'll be trying it agai
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By: Paintgranny,
on 8/24/2011
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Several weeks ago one of my collectors asked if I would consider a hare commision. Oh dear. I have been trying to design a hare ever since I took up needle felting over three years ago and have failed.
As shy and hard to catch as the real creature itself, I have been unable to visualise a satisfactory toy version, despite it being one of my favourite animals.
But I've broken the hare curse at last! Maybe it was because someone actually requested one, but I finally saw how it would be done. He has glass eyes, a waxed cotton nose and thread jointed arms -
Even underneath, where it won't be seen, attention to detail is paramount.
At my client's request, he was named Harris. Of course, now I've cracked the hare code, I have all manner of similar characters in mind, but they will have to wait until my present orders are fulfilled.
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As shy and hard to catch as the real creature itself, I have been unable to visualise a satisfactory toy version, despite it being one of my favourite animals.
But I've broken the hare curse at last! Maybe it was because someone actually requested one, but I finally saw how it would be done. He has glass eyes, a waxed cotton nose and thread jointed arms -
Even underneath, where it won't be seen, attention to detail is paramount.
At my client's request, he was named Harris. Of course, now I've cracked the hare code, I have all manner of similar characters in mind, but they will have to wait until my present orders are fulfilled.
27 Comments on Little Hare, last added: 8/26/2011
She's beautiful.
AWW so swwet, those little pointy dancing toes and big floppy ears just love this one.
This one looks like she's swirling and dancing, even in the still pictures. Very nice.
What a charming,tender ballerina! Lovely details to show she's a coquette!:)I like the sewn dress - it suits her pretty well...
What a variety of workshops - if I was there, it would be difficult for me to choose only one! Good luck and enjoy your time, Gretel!:)
Очаровательная балерина! Пуанты покорили)))
Gelsey is gorgeous!!
She's just beautiful right down to her wee patched shoe and tiny gold heart charm. Lovely work.
Lovely, lovely, lovely. One day I will be able to afford one of your hares for my very own.
Oh how I wish I was local to you so I could attend one of your classes! That would be such a choice experience.
Your new hare, Gelsey, is precious! I love the tiny heart on the bracelet and the adorable tutu. Perfect touches.
Cindy at Rosehaven Cottage
She is delightful Gretel - the tutu looks so dainty - great idea. x Jo
I've booked for the needle felting workshop at Fibreworks - very excited! It will be nice to see you after all these years (don't worry if you don't remember me, it's been an age)...
Emma (former Christmas temp at Waterstone's Oxford in 2003!)
Aww.... her poor little worn out slipper.....
Long-necked poise, like her namesake. She is beautiful Gretel, with all your trademark detail.
Lucky felting students - they're in for a lovely time.
Love your ballerina! I'm sure her new owner will be delighted with her.
I love hares and this one is so inspired. The thought of ballerina hares has really made me smile this evening
Gretel, It's been some time since I visited and I've found you're still here (yay!) and your site and work look better than ever. I must adopt some of your felty friends for my new July-grand-boy! I'll be back! Keep up the wonderful work ;)