4.08.2010

Fun Springy Applique


Yes, the only time I could get a decent smile--drool and all--was in the bathroom... The bathroom is a magical place.  Something about lifting the toilet seat and tearing off the toilet paper.  

I admit that I have been having a lot of fun with appliques lately.  When I was thinking of something springy for a boy, all I could think of was frogs (Girls get butterflies, boys get... frogs, right?). So this is what I came up with:
I used mostly scraps.  Don't you love the tongue?!  I cut out a circle for the frog's tummy and an "eight" shape for the eyes.  I double-layered the eyes with black polk-a-dot fabric.  Don't the polk-a-dots look like eyeballs?? 

Here's my handsome little guy wearing it...


I used the same pattern when creating my Five Green & Speckled Frogs.  I made this pattern in Photoshop. You can download my frog pattern here.  If you use it to create anything, I would love a link!!  I want to see what you creative people come up with.  


Happy Friday, my friends!  Enjoy your weekend.  I have big plans that involve my quiet book and catching up on some sleep!
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13 comments:

  1. Such a cute little shirt. My little monster would look adorable in a shirt like that.

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  2. Oh my stars, you got some of the cutest pics ever!!! I adore the shirt, and the smile that goes with it is just precious! Glad to meet you, I'm off to soak up your archives now! :)

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  3. This is so adorable! I have always wanted to try an applique but never have. I may ahve to give it a try. The frog is adorable and Your little guy is such a handsome model! too cute!

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  4. What an adorable shirt! Too cute that his best pics are in the bathroom. They keep us on our toes, don't they? :) I found you through New Friend Friday. Have a great weekend!

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  5. That is just too stinkin' cute!! Love it!!

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  6. I like your projects. I am visiting from New Friend Friday! I have a giveaway on my blog today also. Our Special Needs Life Have a great weekend!

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  7. I'm visiting from New Friend Friday and am your newest follower. What a handsome little man you have!

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  8. Alison,
    Thank you so much for your comment on my blog (the bloom flower pots). I love your blog, especially all the FHE stuff. I soooo wish I had come across it earlier, I could have used all of your easter ideas.
    Thanks again!
    Anj.

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  9. Your little froggy is adorable!! Thanks for sharing!

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  10. I'm loving this! And you are so sweet for sharing the pattern. I would love for you to stop by on Thursday and link up with What are little boys made of?

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