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Here is the completed shawl, previously the back side was here. This is actually pretty heavy and at the same time it is light and airy because of the openness of the stitches. $450
Felted Toys in Toys with Character
"Hi! I'm Tinsley!"
"Beware!!!
I'm Baby. I have a pencil.
Got paper??"
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News:
I teach classes for sewing and crochet and every skill I use to create what you see on this site.
here's a link to April/May scheduled classes (FREE)!
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New Items Recently Added to Site:
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Honchos!! (half ponchos)
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​ Clever Christmas Everythings
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Li'l Purses (Gift Card Holders)
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New Items in Wine Bags - really beautiful!!!
These are pretty nice, really, the fabrics are great and they're 10"x10".
Customizable, so, please request any of your own ideas. And...I've actually got them in the shopping cart.
Tinsley is a "Cow-Bunny." I can custom design any idea you have as well.
The completed Slouchy Hats are on the top of the page. I've always intended to create these adorable hats to be adorned properly. Fully customizable from start to finish as with Anything I would create for you.
Sock Wallets (Gift Card Holders- (unisex designs)
Here's one example of the Li'l Purses.
Isn't she so cute???
These are $7 each. I'll get them (72 of all different ones) in the next couple of days.
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All of them are either slightly or entirely different in colors and accents, etc. Just the same size.
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I call her: #5. Sweet thing, huh??
​She's 4" wide & 4" tall...roughly.
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Graceful Gift Bows (for keeps)
I call her: #3. Clever, huh????
Actually, since all of these are similar and possibly quite different and CUSTOMIZABLE, it makes sense to help you to order it or request "one like this (###) but like this... (###)." Feel free to request...that's what I encourage. Buy up a bunch. Be classy. Stop being so TYPICAL...it's time, for sure.
I've made 83 of these so far and I've gotta say, they're getting great reviews. Please feel free to request different sizes, fabrics/patterns/quantities.
Floral/Embroidery
Hand Cozy 5/23/24
Here is a closeup view of the hand cozy (top...not palm side). This is highly detailed ribbon embroidery and embroidery floss techniques and completely done by hand. Two layers of decorative fabric are used to support the design. There is a cotton layer in the entire interior for comfort.
Hand Cozy
Keeps your hand warm while
you're using a mouse
or...anytime.
(Just "Right" or
for both hands if you wish).
This is the palm side of Sylvia.
Also featured here is the crocheted area that covers the fingers and thumb.
This palm side is adorned with only embroidery floss.
I teach embroidery. Please feel free to sign up for a class.
315-941-5563. In person or Zoom, etc
2024 Christmas!!!
See new items in Stockings as well!!!
And more are in HOME DECOR.
Just one of the many
You can design it, I'll make it. These, in miniature, are perfect for wedding favors. They will fit YOUR theme and be MEANINGFUL
keepsake.
I custom create anything you could image. Even if you don't see it on the site I very probably have made it or I could. All specifications are discussed and I go to great lengths to personalize any kind of style of dress or accessory you could need. I pride myself on what *I* feel is common sense and I include everyone in your wedding party and even your guests to be included in your special day. That's what a theme is, isn't it??? I think of EVERYTHING.
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This website, unfortunately doesn't contain all that I've done or discussed, (we're not yet in a perfect world, for sure but things are looking up!) Just ask, okay???
Head back up to the menu and look around the site...my heart and soul are tied into making you happy.
Whatever your theme for your special occasion, these personalized invitations not only give your special guests a sneak-peek but a keepsake of their own to treasure.
Ring Bearer Pillows - there are so many accessories that you really CAN have for YOUR wedding - and KEEP your theme.
This theme: Sunflowers & Roses.
Capes -
Truly lovely. This one is made from Luxe Fleece. Each individual flower (hood and pocket embellishments) are handmade by me as well. Customize your own design and I will be happy to make it for you.
Crocheted items & I also am an Instructor (Scheduled dates)
Mom's work, This adorable hat is crocheted. Boho. Definitely could be as is or add flowers.
Rasta Hats--
Rasta Fashions
The longer, striped hat was inspired by my beautiful daughter, Alyx Eddins. She proudly wore dreads and like her mom, is making her mark on the world she lives in. Blessed with big hair and it's challenges this hat is perfect in keeping the style well fashioned.
This is my beautiful son, Charlie. He gets pretty warm easily so I made this for him, a half-length Poncho. The hood was not complete yet and he took his H'oncho home as it was being made. When our schedules can get together it'll be quickly attached.
"H'oncho" - the name was created by
Charlie. Isn't he beautiful??
Wonderful selection of headbands. Wear them as they are, wide and beautiful or adorned with my flowers.
Loads of styles are on the page, but most are in the plans to be upgraded. And...to be honest, I'd rather YOU let ME know what additions I would add to the headbands to really make it....YOURS.
Know WHAT it is you want...first.
Then how to go about it.
You can call me and ask questions or schedule an appointment if you would like some help with your project.
Hairpin Lace (& Classes!!)
Hairpin Lace piece started...this page will be created soon. I am hosting a class at the Tri County Arts Center in Olean, NY in March, 2025 on this beautiful type of creation. Incredibly versatile in its applications. Dear God, not just doilies....ugh!!!!
See Michele's Art & Apparel on Facebook for class schedule/dates.
Nuclear Family - 'Mags Smith'
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This is Edith. She is
a Pretty Bee on a
gilded spoon.
I'm featuring
my beautiful
daughter's
creations - on her
very own page.
She's quite talented.
Check out her work.
She, like myself, is easy to work
with and open to making
custom designs.
Alyx Eddins, Mystania Jewelry
Corning, NY (my beautiful daughter)
Adrienne A. Tooke - author, creator/designer/co-instructor
Eighth House Studio
see Nuclear Family
My brag...Alyx was the star of this play. Absolutely fantastic character, 'Mags.'
Created from a customer's request, please feel free to add your ideas to what I've made and regularly sell.
Adult Bibs - stylish, easy to wear and wash - (Scotchgarded so that they are stain-resistant) and a pocket to catch dropped food. Easily customizable - fabric/size, etc.
Here's just a couple of things from Jane's folder...(she regularly has new ideas).
One of the twenty mini corsages made for the members of the Key Note Chorus, (Portville, NY). For their Spring concert, ~2013).
Headwraps - a special order that I adapted for guys and gals....
Rosie the Riveter inspired...
this one is but not all
This is one of those accessories that can be truly YOUR own design.
Perfect for coordinating your bridal parties accessories...and certainly one that can be worn everyday as well.
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Versatile!! Have a variety of them to accessorize every occasion.
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School colors are a great idea...
This is Saint Bonaventure's University (Allegany, NY) colors, for example.
Randi -
The Panda-Squirrel.
Usually, she's very well-behaved but she has her moments...here she's photo-bombing the picture of my honeysuckle.
She's felted and I'm very attached
to her. She's my first attempt at felting. I have more very cute felted creations as well. She is ~3" tall.
This is Colby, the Yuppie Caveman.
He's a treat. I don't make the usual bunny and although everyone I make is super cute, they are NEVER USUAL.
Who else makes a COW-BUNNY?
Marionettes.
Certainly not finished. But definitely she's a work in progress.
This picture isn't great but she's very patiently waiting for her adjustments.
See all the steps in between. Of course, she is not done yet. (10/10/22) But, she is a trip! Hair, actual skin color, painted nails, etc. Oh, Ma'Dame is wonderful.
FROM this
Beginning
Both Marionettes ~12" tall.
This is George Harrison, III.
He's my marionette puppet.
My daughter named him. She's the chick (BELOW) in the Bubblegum headband.
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He's wearing one of the headbands I've recently made.
"See a Need and Fill It"...that's my constant duty and I Love what I do. There isn't probably too much more out there in this world that I feel is more satisfying. Improve...build up...re-purpose...be happy....help others enjoy the fruits of life, what more can we do?
Again, with God's gifts, we do what we can, in the most positive way and....just DO. This is what I do. Enjoy.
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I hope I can help you. Thanks for visiting my site.