Monday, the posting day

Despite being a great day to look for the new inspirations that will give me a boost of creativity for the week, Monday is my big posting day as I spend weekend getting through the orders... 
These are a few of my finished creations that will be in the post today: 

Monday is also my Sunday (I will be taking a semi day off tomorrow) and Mr. Plushkin's day off  so happy day all-around.


Happy Monday!

Back in Plushka's studio!

It took me a little longer then I expected to get back to creative self, this nasty bug I caught rather took it out of me for a few days. I am so glad to be feeling a bit better so I can start getting my projects out to see what I need to finish... Here are the embroideries that I've stitched while on holidays. This owl cross-stitch pattern have been waiting for a long time to be stitched and, after a few adjustments, tuned out to be a very cute one, don't you think? 

Besides being out and about everyday during my holiday, I've managed to do at least one embroidery a day! I sometimes spend all day at home and don't finish even one...  Internet is such a time stealer! I have love-hate relationship with my computer at the moment. I loved so much having such productive days! A slow Internet connection back home meant I didn't even bother checking anything as it would take me hours. Instead, we went for long walks, chat and cook with mum, made lists and discussed new collections... I also finished reading a book I wanted to read. Overall, very relaxing and productive Internet-free holiday. However, I did miss the blogs I read and my Facebook page. I just need to find the balance, right?! 
Anyhow, I am finishing owls today, like these ones...

Happy Sunday!

My creative space...

In my creative space this week, I've been doing a "ground work" for my owls, penguins and rabbits - cutting shapes out, stitching small parts on etc... Now, when all the hard work is done, stitching them together and stuffing is the best part:) I see the progress and it's is so rewarding! Large orders like this need a lot of "preparation" hours but when it's done, toys come off the production line very fast! 

This cute fabric with sailors is my favourite. Unfortunately, I cannot find this fabric anywhere and it will be very sad when is all gone! 

These girls make me smile:) I love this fabric with little roses and tiny butterflies.

I also had some time for cross-stitch (although not as much as I wish I had). There are a few more key rings that need to be finished and this one inspires me to find more hours in a day just so I can make a few more! 

Visit more creative spaces here. 

Have a creative Thursday!

progress in "baby steps"

Sometimes, when there are countless projects going on at the same time, there is nothing better then stopping for a moment to reflect on what is done and what is still on that list...

It helps me to stay motivated:) 

So, when I feel like nothing get's done here, I start taking pictures!

Owls in progress - bellies and eyes stitched on, feet next.

Christmas flags for the bunting are ironed but need more bias.

One cross-stitched hedgehog notebook is done and listed in the shop.

Hmmm, not too bad... Moving towards wholesale order and Christmas collection completion deadlines in "baby steps" but steady! 

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful winter day! 

Crochet hooks wrap

I just LOVE crochet and very fussy about my crochet hooks. I like the bamboo ones as they are easy to work with but dropping them too often is not a good idea and I lost quite a few of them while traveling. So this roll was created to keep them all tucked in and safe:) It is also very pretty which is not less important! 

They are a part of the "For your creative space from Plushka" collection so they match perfectly with pincushions;)

There is a felt strip to keep them separated and prevent them from sliding out, as well as flap to make sure they are all wrapped up in soft felt and fabric.

There are a few crochet hooks wraps in my shop if you would like one for yourself or as a gift for someone who loves to crochet! 

Happy Friday! 

Miss Lollipop

She is one of the projects from the fabric that I bought last week. This one is 'Larkspur circle' by Alexander Henry.
I wanted to call her Bubblegum but my husband said she looks more like a Lollipop in bright packaging. So be it:)

This light pink felt has been around my craftroom for some time, first in the roll and then I cut out the shapes but couldn't match any fabric to it. So frustrating! When you have containers full of gorgeous material but nothing suits, it drives me crazy! 

Anyway, finally she found a match and I cannot stop looking at her. I am sure she would love to live in the nursery and start exploring this world with a little girl who is  as cute and curious! 


Enjoy your day! 

My creative space...

In my creative space this week, my last wholesale order before the holiday is done and posted! Even after making quite a number of my owls for the last few months, I still just love them:) 

 

Since Plushka's shop and Plushka's Makery are now on a break until 10th of June, I am looking forward to finishing a few projects and starting on the new ones! 

5 days until the holiday......

More creative spaces over at Kootoyoo.

Have a creative Thursday!

New stockist - Little Indigo

An exclusive collection of Plushka's owls can now be found at the lovely online shop - Little Indigo! Established in November 2010, it's a fantastic online boutique with goodies for kids that are handmade or from a small production line which means unique and exclusive products handpicked by lovely Jo, the owner of Little Indigo.

" Little Indigo aims to showcase a variety of beautifully designed and made clothing, accessories, room decor, toys and stationery from some of Australia's most talented and up and coming designers"

Plushka and Jo worked together to get a perfect duo of fabric and felt to create an exclusive range of owls for the shop. Check them out!

I especially like the Natura fabric by Alexander Henry that Jo picked.

"We say go ‘au natural’ with this lovely story of prints celebrating the beauty and freedom found in nature. Fast, free-style brush strokes create lush leaves, graphic butterflies and trees swaying in the breeze", Alexander Henry.

Follow Little Indigo's Facebook page or Blog to stay updated with new arrivals.

Happy shopping!

Making progress....

I love taking pictures of the progress when I make customers orders. It feels very satisfying that I am moving forward when sometimes it doesn't feel like it!

Stack of owls appeared on my table last weekend and I am slowly going through stitching tails and eyes. Once all details are done, the fun stage starts where I give each and one of them a fabric belly and face expressions.

One large penguin for customer order is done! He's name is Oliver and he will be ready to go very soon to the little boy but he has to wait for another two to join him.

Second one is half done with embroidery drying on the balcony....

That what i will be up to today - finishing what I started and, maybe, a few things on a side:) I do want to make a bias without dots!

Have a great Tuesday!