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Felty Friend from Disney Family Fun

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These are the cutest friends for you and your children to make using felt.  There is a pattern template for the clothing and step-by-step pictorial instructions.  Make an entire family or a place holder for a child’s party or have this project as part of the party. Have an assortment of colored felt on hand for skin, hair and clothing and yarns in different colors for the hair.  What a fun idea from Disney Family Fun

This Felty Friend is similar to cloth dolls made in the 1800s, except that they have inserted a pipe cleaner skeleton to make the doll posable. Be warned, when you have completed your Felty, it will inevitably require a friend, clothes, a sleeping bag, and a pet. (Pet pattern included)

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Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)

“Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)” by nashi is a Kindle-exclusive Japanese craft book that introduces readers to the art of Totsuka embroidery through the lens of confectionery-inspired designs. The book showcases the delicate and charming icing cookie designs of sweets artist KUNIKA, translating them into embroidered accessories using simple stitches.

The book features a collection of designs inspired by KUNIKA’s icing cookies, rendered through Totsuka embroidery techniques. Each design is accompanied by clear instructions and illustrations, making it accessible even to beginners. The use of embroidery threads, beads, and pearls adds depth and texture to the creations, enhancing their visual appeal.

The designs are characterized by their simplicity and elegance, reflecting the aesthetic of KUNIKA’s original cookie art. The Totsuka embroidery technique employed is straightforward, utilizing basic stitches that are easy to follow. This approach ensures that both novice and experienced embroiderers can enjoy the projects.

While specific user reviews for the Kindle edition are limited, the book has been positively received in other formats. For instance, a review on Japanese Creative Books describes the designs as “lovely simple designs, a bit limited but completely worth the money if you like the style.” The reviewer also notes that the book offers “the best prices for Japanese embroidery books.”

“Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)” by nashi is a delightful resource for those interested in combining the art of embroidery with the whimsical charm of confectionery designs. Its clear instructions and appealing projects make it a valuable addition to any craft enthusiast’s collection.