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Purple Bird


My dear friend Renea inspired me once again. She said something about the birds I had made and that made me want to make another one. I was really planning to do another wordy bird but you know how I get distracted. I saw this purple and gold fabric in my fabric stash and it was calling me. What a funky bird this would make!

My husband loved it. He said it reminded him of a hologram for some reason. I guess the contrast of the orange checks and the purple checks is a bit much for the eyes! Heehee

The legs on this one were so much easier than the last ones I made. I used floral wire and taped them with brown floral tape. I guess the stiffness was just right and the tape gives you something to anchor it to the body by sewing.

I finished the big painting!!!!! I emailed a pic to Tandi (the lady who ordered it) and I'm waiting for her response. Then, if she does not hate it and I am not in a deep dark depression.....just kidding, I will show it to you. Anyway, I'm glad I finally finished.

Hope you all have a great week and keep in touch. I owe you all some visits to your blogs and I plan to do that tonight.

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Kim Mailhot said…
Your purple bird is so cute !
Can't wait to see the painitng !
Happy Monday !
7:42 AM
Pocket Full of Prettys said…
Love your new bird, love your creativity. You know Lisa & I are anxious to see the painting. I thought about you yesterday as I drove threw Big Spring. Had a great time, just a long trip! Grif looks like she is carring very low. Hope Corey gets here in time! Otherwise she will KILL him! Yikes! Love ya, hope to see you today, Renea
8:04 AM
Anonymous said…
That bird is adorable! I'm looking forward to the big reveal of your painting, too! I know the lady is going to love it. :)
6:46 AM
forcryeye said…
I LOVE your birdie! He is so cute!
9:41 AM
Janet said…
Your bird is just so cute! I love the purple and orange checks.
9:02 AM
Jane said…
A great deign, loving the checks too.
3:09 PM
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