Outgoing Mail
I used a book cover from an ARC and added a ghost
in the window for Bryce Eleanor's latest postcard.
She is a cat-lady in the making.
Mila
Max
Hannah
So...to my regret, this ends the Halloween Mail.
The letters I still owe won't arrive before Halloween.
To keep myself busy and avoid the anxiety that becomes worse at this time of year, I decided to make a mouse. I made a pattern for a larger (and very different) mouse than usual and knew the head gusset wasn't going to work like it should, but decided to see what would happen anyway.
What ended up was an awkward head shape. A hat would cover part of it, and there happened to be a crocheted hat on a head of a character I never finished. It covered part of the awkwardness, and the eccentric fellow who emerged is nothing like the mouse I intended, but I liked him. This cap will be changed, but it allowed me to realize I could work with this guy.
I had already changed the pattern a bit (and suspect it will take a third try to match my original idea), but I will try another gusset piece for the head and make longer legs for the next attempt.
This character will be set aside for a time
while I try to figure out where I want to go with him--
because he is a surprise who doesn't fit my original plan.
I saw a cute "letter" filled with tiny Christmas greenery on Pinterest
and decided to make an envelope out of batting.
Another project to keep me busy and keep anxiety and depression at bay.
Books/Reading
The Rain Watcher goes on sale today. I really enjoyed this book by Tatiana de Rosenay and reviewed it on my book blog.
Just for Fun
Your sweet mousey looks like the Geico Gekko or Kermit in the 2nd photo! It's the shape of his head. Happy Hallowe'en! xx
ReplyDeleteYes, I thought he looked lizard-like! :)
DeleteHe's looking very sweet. Sending good wishes for many happy hours of stitching and papery fun!
ReplyDelete:) Thanks for the good wishes, Rachel!
DeleteOMGosh!! Connie and I think alike because I was thinking your mouse looked more like a lizard. All he needs is a green body and a little tongue sticking out. This time of the year has brought depression for me. Not so much when I was younger, but at least the last 15 years. I looked for ways to eliminate it, or at least keep it at bay. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. Best wishes for you.
ReplyDeletexx, Carol
I'm not sure I'll end up with a lizard, anymore than I ended up with a mouse--but I noticed that resemblance, too! Seasonal depression/anxiety has been on the increase as I've gotten older as well, Carol. This year, of course, current events have been worse than usual. Keeping busy does help, but as you say, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Better than wringing my hands, which I also do! :)
DeleteI wish you well also my friend. I love the things you are making...
ReplyDeleteThanks, Debra! I'm working on the second version now, and I like it, too, but it still isn't what I was going for--so a third version will soon be in progress. :)
DeleteLooks like you had a wonderful time with all of your Halloween mail. Can't wait to see how your new little creature turns out!
ReplyDeleteHalloween mail is the most fun for me, but guess it is time to move on. The little creature is on hold, but he is willing to wait a while. :)
DeleteMaking things keeps me out of trouble too, unless I cut myself short of time as may be the case of the Christmas dolls. I can't ever craft a pattern on the first try, and usually not even on the second. You have a great start here. I can see a mouse in the making. What fun your cards are, and I love the Haunted HOuse!
ReplyDeleteI'm eager to see your Christmas dolls--your dolls are so realistic! :) The cats coming out of the Haunted House make me smile. Wonder if a zucchini was inside?
DeleteGetting to see all the Little Eccentrics and other Halloween critters in their home environment was the best, next to having a bit of a visit face-to-face. We'll host next time, and perhaps I will come to play sometime in your studio. I could learn so much.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have you come play. :) We certainly enjoyed your visit, the wine, and my new piece of Ricky's art!
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