I'm in the Birds of Change Swap. The coordinator suggested giving away a bird, similar to those being made for the swap, on the 20th. It was optional, but since I've been wanting to do some kind of giveaway, I thought it was a great time to do so.
This little ornament was made out of 100% wool, stuffed with organic cotton and is embroidered on the side and the bottom. It was fun to do, and gave me a chance to practice some embroidery. I always enjoy the embroidering I do, but rarely take the time to do it. I'm not sure what I'm going to do for the rest of the birds that I'll be sending for the swap, but I had fun making this one. The bird shape came from the pattern in the book,Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts. If you would like to be the owner of this little creation, please make a comment to this post. I'll pick a name at random on Friday, and announce it that night.
I also did some knitting today. The February Baby Sweater is almost done. I have about 2" of sleeve left, then to stitch up the remaining arm. It's so soft and adorable. I love this little sweater. I'm pretty excited that it's such a lovely handmade alpaca sweater, and it only cost $8.75, which is amazing! Frog Tree Alpaca is a lovely yarn, very cost effective and so cozy. I did get it during the Spinning Yarns New Year's Sale, but even if I paid full price, the sweater would only have cost $12.50. What a bargain! Add to that the fact I had the enjoyment of knitting, too! I love being able to make things myself.
Please leave a comment!
awe, cute little bird. What is it about bird swaps at the moment? I'm doing an ATC bird swap at the moment on Flickr!
Posted by: Polstar | January 21, 2009 at 01:10 AM
I love that sweet little bird :)I would hang it by my window so she could watch all the birds who come to visit our feeders :)
Posted by: Andrea | January 21, 2009 at 07:13 AM
What a sweet lil bird!
Posted by: Virginia | January 21, 2009 at 10:13 PM
I love your bird. If he comes my way, I'll him a wonderful home and lots of bird seed.
Judy Streger
Posted by: Judy Streger | January 21, 2009 at 11:06 PM
Beautiful bird. I really love the color. Your work is so pretty. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Alisa | January 22, 2009 at 12:20 AM
This bird is so pretty! I like the sweater, too -- I think I need to add that to my knit list!
Posted by: Cindy Ericsson | January 22, 2009 at 12:26 AM
your embroidery is lovely! A perfect bird of hope!
Posted by: Amy | January 22, 2009 at 12:36 AM
Such a sweet little bird-you make such wonderful things!
Posted by: momsmess | January 22, 2009 at 09:53 AM
Your little bird is beautiful, he reminds me of the Carolina wrens at my feeders!
Posted by: Sandy | January 22, 2009 at 09:58 AM
The bird and the sweater are both lovely!
Posted by: Teresa | January 22, 2009 at 11:01 AM
I love how your bird has embroidery on it :)
Posted by: Robin (rsislandcrafts) | January 22, 2009 at 11:43 AM
Your lil bird is beautiful!I hope he flies my way.
:)Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | January 22, 2009 at 02:15 PM
What a pretty embroidered little birdling. I hope he can fly all the way to Greenbelt, though it is a chilly January here.
Anna
Posted by: Anna S. | January 22, 2009 at 02:59 PM
What a SWEET Tweet birdie!!! hOPE i WIN!!! Come on over to my Jan 19th post to enter my give-away!
Posted by: Cinda Rae Oliverio | January 22, 2009 at 03:25 PM
What a beautiful bird!!!
Posted by: wendy | January 22, 2009 at 05:01 PM
your embroidery is really sweet.
and your baby sweater looks so cozy...does it come in an adult size? :)
Posted by: kristin | January 22, 2009 at 05:49 PM
What a sweet little bird. Love the sweater. Lucky Baby!
Posted by: ~ ~AHRISHA~ ~at JoyouslyLivingLife | January 22, 2009 at 09:39 PM
Nice work! And the sweater is beautiful too!
Posted by: Alexis | January 23, 2009 at 03:14 PM
sweet little bird! your embroidery is very nice, indeed! thanks for the opportunity. i like what this give a way represents: birds of change! what an inspirational idea!
Posted by: rae | January 23, 2009 at 05:32 PM
Thank you all for commenting! I'm so glad you liked the bird, I'm excited to figure out what I'm doing for the giveaways, and where I'll take this. That will be a fun thing for next week! The winner is...
Here are your random numbers:
1
Timestamp: 2009-01-24 02:03:49 UTC
Congratulations Polstar!
Posted by: Amy | January 23, 2009 at 09:05 PM