Friday, July 12

The Hedgehog and the Skirt


"The Hedgehog and the Skirt" sounds a bit like an odd Fairy tale doesn't it? This post is actually about two items I recently finished: a Hedgehog and a Skirt! I often show progress pictures of my embroideries and sewing but sometimes forget to share things I finished on my blog. I made the skirt with a lovely 50's inspired fabric, designed by Jenn Ski. I bought enough fabric to make a second Staple Dress but on second thought made a super easy to sew skirt with an elasticated waist. I followed the instructions from a book called 'Sew What! Skirts' (which I have had for years and had only made one skirt from) and added a rather cute pocket.


Another project that had been in progress for a looooong time was my Pindsvin soft toy.  For those who don't know Pindsvin: he's a character from one of my Embroidery patterns (one I need to update soon) a brave, Danish Hedgehog who travels the Seven Seas in his teacup.


I based Pindsvin on a pattern in Hillary Lang's book Wee Wonderfuls. 24 Dolls to Sew and Love  The pattern was actually for a bear but I wanted a Hedgehog. So I added quills, lowered the ears, enlarged the nuzzle and in the process accidentally sewed his limbs on in the wrong direction et voila: a rather sweet Danish Hedgehog! Julie knitted his gorgeous scarf and I think I'll make him a little blanket from a leftover quilt block or something. Not soon though as I'm busy preparing for my Sewing Retreat in London next week!

12 comments:

  1. If the weather holds up, you'll need that skirt for Retreat! xxx

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    1. Who knows?!? I checked today and it's about 24 degrees next weekend! :)

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  2. What gorgeous makes - I'm so glad you shared the ta-dah moments! Chrissie x

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  3. Just amazing cuteness, thank you for posting!

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  4. I love Pindsvin! I have the book so my granddaughter may be getting one for Christmas. My daughter had a pet hedgehog growing up. I loved her little nose. My granddaughter loves to hear stories from her mom about Miss Tiggy Wiggy. I'm sure she will enjoy having her own little hedgie. I already own the book.

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    1. That's lovely! The pattern is quite easy to follow, just make sure you use good quality felt :)

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    1. Thank you so much, the fabric makes all the difference of course.

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  6. Oh, he's looking so handsome!!! :)

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    1. He is, isn't he? I think he needs some more clothing though ;)

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