Hats Take Flight!

Here are the prototypes for two new aviator style hats I have been working on this week for the Pumpkinhaus. I drafted up a couple of patterns and I must say, I am happy with the results so far! These are just pics of the hats ~ plain ~ I will be embellishing theses babies with all sorts of finery! For now, they are lined with fleece (it is still mighty cold out there!) and have all sorts of fine cotton fabrics (vintage and new..... some designer! who .... me? Use designer fabrics..... yup.). Bonnet style Aviator Hats!

The Pixie Flight Hat
You gotta wear pointy hats.... makes you smart dontcha know!

~and~

The Amelia Flight Hat
I named Rowan Amelia after Ms. Earhart. It is only fitting to make a hat after her too.

I need to ask my brother if I can hire Madison for some modeling.... she needs a makeover bad!

One World One Heart Giveaway!

This give away is open to EVERYONE! The winner will be announced on February 12th. I am so excited to be involved this year! Whee! Too much fun!
Please click on the One World One Heart Logo for more information...

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN: All you need to do is leave me a comment ON THIS POST and be sure to include your name and email so I have a way to get a hold of you if you are the winner!

THE PRIZE: I am giving away TWO prizes to the first two names that are drawn!!! Let me know if you are interested in one or both!

Giveaway No. 1

Lil Patchwork Frou Frou Skirt

All little girls love a good tutu now and then! I think you could find this tutu in a trunk at the Villa Villakula purchased by Ephram Longstocking for his little red haired princess!

This tutu has a skirt sewn with 100% cotton calicos and an under layer of soft white tulle. The waist is embellished with bright and playful knotted yarns.Lots of pouf going on here!!

7in long skirt

8in elastic waistband

Giveaway No. 2

Marcy Lumpkinmaus

Little Marcy Lumpkinmaus is so desperate for a valentine this year... she thought maybe a little rouge on the cheeks would do the trick....

Marcy stands... oh... not so tall at a mere 3 1/2 inches. The Little Lumpkinmaus are hand sculpted out of polymer clay, with glass eyes and hand painted.

Thanks for stopping by and good luck!!

The Gnome Hat for You - Not Your Kids

I have this little gnome that lives in the woods behind my house you see.... it took some cunning and timing, but I trapped him while he was stealing eggs out of a blue jays nest! I had to bribe him with sweet ambrosia and he gave up the pattern to me whilst in a drunken state. You asked for it folks, and I aim to deliver!

Bonnet style hat with a cute little gnome peak and ties under the chin.

This hat is so incredibly soft, it is knit with Lambs Pride 85% wool/15% mohair. Soft and strong. Lamb's Pride is one of the few domestically produced wool yarns made right here in the United States. It will last through many, many winters.

colors available:

• Deep Red
• Lotus Pink
• Rust Orange
• Mustard Yellow
• Kiwi Green
• Peacock Blue
  
  

Oh Yeah! Vote for Gnome Hats!!!

My little Gnome Hat was chosen in to be in the Sellers' Top Items of 2008: Shop Makeover Community Vote! on etsy! How cool is that!! Make sure you jaunt on over and cast your vote!

A vote for the Gnome Hat is a vote for Love!

isn't my little man soooooo cute!

And The Heart Bleeds On.... Colors to warm your heart from the INcrowd Team

A lovely treasury curated by KBShimmer of the Indiana Etsy Street Team.

The Lil' Grimm Frou Frou Skirt makes a stunning appearance! I just love Rowan's little legs!

Thank You!!

Etsy Bloggers Featured Seller is Rose Works Jewelry!

Here are some beautiful finds from this months Etsybloggers Team featured seller RoseWorks Jewelery and KindredSpirit Treasures! Super fun and very affordable jewelery, and make sure you check out the Geekery section at Roseworks! Too much fun!

Intricate Crochet Bookmark

This bookmark is much to lovely to be tucked away into a dusty old book!

Woven Leaf Earrings

I love these, they remind me of my friend Vicky in California. She would always share her papaya with me at lunch time.... there are two halves you know! Hmmmm... I miss her!

Orange Dreamsicle Spiral Earrings
I can never say no to a little orange bead!

"Kindred Spirit Treasures" is the brain child of a mother and daughter team. We have always been the best of friends, and both love to create! Patty (Mom) works mainly in the worlds of crocheting and knitting while Ruthie (daughter) is first and foremost a jewelry artist. Check out Ruthie's other shop at www.roseworksjewelry.etsy.com! What will you find here? A little bit of everything! These are our treasures, offered up to you, enjoy :)

Make sure to check out her blog too!

Welcome to The Pumpkinhaus Little Lumpkinmaus!

Meet Syl Lumpkinmaus. Poor tiny little Syl... he did make an effort to dress up all cute for the party.... but he forgot to send out the invitations!

And then... there is Miss Marcy Lumpkinmaus.

Little Marcy Lumpkinmaus is so desperate for a valentine this year... she thought maybe a little rouge on the cheeks would do the trick....

Here is the rest of the unruly bunch! All half nakey and ready to be painted.
You know what they say about a little maus who wears a big hat....

They are waiting at The Pumpkinhaus for your sweet lovin'....