Deanna's Distractions: 2024

For the first time in years, I'm nearly ready for Christmas!

No cards sent out (again), maybe next year...

I took on a Christmas project fairly recently, and just finished him. He's packaged, giftwrapped, and delivered!

Old World Santa stands about 15 inches tall. I used Tibetan lamb cut from the hide for his hair and beard. Never again! I learned the hard way that loose wool locks are much easier to use.

I just finished my 2024 Christmas ornament prototype. She's about 4x4 inches in size. I'm considering reducing the size a bit, but this would probably increase the difficulty level a bit. I plan to publish the pattern, but this won't be until 2025.

'Tis the Season

https://blue-heron-dolls.kit.com/posts/christmas-ornament-2024

Working on this year's Christmas Ornament (pattern pending):

As this year draws to a close and the new year brings new worries, I remind myself this Thanksgiving to be appreciative of all I have and hope for peace, happiness, and compassion.

Looks like it'll be another dreary day for trick-or-treaters this year.

https://blue-heron-dolls.ck.page/posts/finally-cooler-days

ODACA Day is fast approaching (July 23, in Kansas City) and a doll challenge was issued, to create a doll using at least one cap and one cork. These will be on display during the ODACA Luncheon and Sales Room events.

I'm not sure what the others are making, but here's a sneak peak at mine. I'll update the blog with the finished doll upon my return home.

I found this to be quite the challenge!