Starting an Amigurumi Doll

Yes, I have managed to step away from the computer. But not for long... I'm starting an amigurumi doll that will reveal itself at a later time. The last one [link] I did was cotton, which started to get really worn from the handling. By the time I was done with it, it looked like it went through a wash. So this time I got acrylic for the wear-n-tear. Bernat Satin Sport to be exact. I think it looks pretty good for acrylic. And I like the tightness of the smaller gauge.

Like my handmade stitch marker? I'm too cheap to go buy them so I made them out of scrap beading materials.

Actually, the real reason for the post was to try out our new camera. Got the Canon Rebel XTi EOS! Digital! Love it!

Dean's 3D Sci Fi Poster

My friend Dean caught the same bug as me - to get back to our original dreams when we went to art school. To create art for ourselves. Here's his latest creation:



He used Photoshop and Poser to create his illustration, then he cut out and mounted pieces to create this awesome work.

His prints (with 3D glasses!) are available at GongamuttStudios.etsy.com.

1970's Japanese Craft Magazines

I grabbed some old Japanese craft magazines while visiting my mom over the winter. They are really hilarious. My favorite is this American style decorated lounge:



And I also found this. Thought I'd share it since the long socks were such a hit at the Ren Fest:



Close up of pattern (good luck figuring it out!):