Birds inspiration

Few weeks ago I have received a special order from Kelly - to make mobile birdies for her nursery in a gray and coral colors palette. And I liked the idea so much that I decided to create a set for my little online shop, besides I'm a hopeless fan of gray textile.

When the second set was made - I thought that if I sew a new kit again? 2 Days later I made a gray-yellow birdies.

It is not a secret, but I'm in the process of creating  gray / blue birds now...))

This coral chiffon flowers were made for the first kit:

Kelly`s set:

Water world

When I was little girl I dreamed to be a marine biologist or scientist (look after dolphins), wanted to
In any case, I love very much the sea and marine animals, especially invertebrates. I like to take photos, I love to watch these animals in their habitat. They are so much unusual and graceful. Sometimes it seems to me - they are from another planet, so incredible and colorful are their bodies.
I still want to find time to make my plush collection of star fishes, sea snails, corals and sea horses. I would like to sew them of pure rustic linen cloth!
I want to introduce you a little story in pictures what is happening in the underwater kindergarten: baby Whales and naughty small fish

Playful babies!

But soon parents come and (how it is common in real life) stop this disorder!

They are sweet babies again )

SEA. The one of the most beautiful things in the Earth.

Linen Creatures - Winter collection

Yes, as I have said already - my favorite creative material  is pure linen fabric. It is easy to create any style - simple  rustic, feminine sophistication or popular shabby.
In Australia is summer now (according our forecast we are expecting +40C in 3 days, uh!) but  all my friends have winter and snow now. White fairy tale.
This collection is dedicated to winter mood and my friends )

Basic material - bleached linen fabric.

Shabby chic Babushka dolls set.

Whales story - White Mobi-Dick and Mother with her baby

Rustic toys

Snail Lady. She thinks - she is a Snow Queen ) I am not sure - maybe only Princess )

looks after her tiny cute friends

mobile toys

And my delicate and shy little rag doll - Baby Angel with a lace heart.

Have great winter days, friends!

Bunny Rabbit Hare - Female symbol

I know few guys who love bunnies and keep them as pets.  And I can admit - I would like to  take care of some curious,  timid and cute bunny also…So – here is a few interesting facts that I have found about rabbits and I would like to share with you:

In many cultures around the world the Rabbit/Hare represents the moon and consequently, death and resurrection.  Possible reasons:  a Rabbit is resembled in the markings on the Moon (body and 2 elongated ears, nocturnal life, gray / white fur.

The Rabbit or Hare is symbolically linked to the female deities, of youth, fertility,  intuition and the revival of life. 

  In Buddhist, Chinese, Egyptian, Greek, African, Native American, Celtic, Hindu and Teutonic myths associated with female hare is the cycle of reproduction. As prolific animals hares and rabbits are often associated with magic and the white rabbit figurine was the mascot to get fertility and is regarded as an assistant at a difficult childbirth.

 

In Buddhist mythology the Hare is marked as a selfless animal, kind and able to sacrifice themselves. According to legend, a hare jumped into the fire and roasted to nourish the Buddha himself. In gratitude, the Buddha put the rabbit on the Moon.

The Hare often appears in Christian iconography. His helplessness personified people’s reliance on God.
Modern emblems exploit the sexual symbolism of the hare. As an erotic symbol the Rabbit is used, in particular, the famous American magazine for men "Playboy."

Purple, lilac, violet, lavender, magenta...

Since ancient times, the color purple - has been a symbol of power and piety.
In those times purple dye was very expensive, so robes of purple indicated the royal family
Shades of purple are associated with sacred knowledge and magic. As a general rule, in many cartoons, drawing and films the apparel of fairies, elves and fairy tale creatures are in shades of purple.

Purple - is an original color of nature, you can find it easily in many flowers,  vegies, gems, insects, sea creatures etc.

 

I love this color -  rich palette, bright effect and variety.

  Babushka doll, silk tulips, pin brooch and mobile plush birds

Cherry Garden PR manager Choila does not mind purple also

Pink bloom

Pink color - the traditional color of  kindness, love, tenderness and passion. This color is most associated with charm, politeness and sensitivity. Pink palette -  very feminine and romantic.

We love to make toys of pink colors fabric in our workshop. Of course I prefer most of all the pure silk with shimmering effect, but I suppose the cotton is better for  nursery deco and  toddler toys. So cozy and cute!

Rare "pink lipstick" geranium in our garden and gorgeous silk dupioni 

Silk creatures by Cherry Garden Dolls

Charming months

In the Cherry Garden are new creatures - cute linen birds are nesting....

 Ah! They dont have a nest...Just being gentle with each other mimimimi.  Cherry Garden PR manager Choila takes care and teach them ). She knows how to nesting and loves it but in sunny places only )

I am happy as well - have got bright and colorful 2 azalea plants, they are blooming now.

Just spring pics from Melborne and my garden.

DIY A cozy cottage for fairy

I'm sure - everyone needs a cozy warm home to be happy. And I thought - once I sew a rag doll and toys, why not make a dream house for the fairies and share this idea?
So - lets make Fairy Cottage!

Free DIY with pics! Use your small pieces of fabric - do not throw them away!

Skills level - beginner and up 
Size approx.18 x 9 cm  (7.28" x  3.54")
Basic material - cotton fabric, filling material,  lace, trim, floral motives, buttons, beads and etc. as you wish and FUN!

INSTRUCTION

1. Sew together two pieces of fabric - our roof and walls.
2. Make a door for the cottage - attach lace as a first step. I have used a sewing press button to make a lock for the door.
3. I advise decorating the house according to your preference at this step - time to use your imagination! I have attached a lace sleeve pocket also - small, but I can put in a greeting tag, coins, small jewelry...Use a special sewing marker.  
4. I have sewed the door - for me it is easier to do this part of the work at this stage.
5. Draw a house pattern on  fabric pieces, do not cut. Remember the chimney! 1. - Stitch the house, 2 - cut ( left 5mm edge!) 
Fill the fairy cottage with your choice of  filling. Please remember - it is a nice opportunity to make a lavender sachet also!
6. Congrats! Lovely cottage - any fairy would like to live in such beautiful house!

In the Cherry Garden there is now a  Marshmallow Kingdom or Fairy Village!

Faeries know -to get a cozy cottage - the first step is just to think about it :-)


Here -  StudioFantasies you can draw your lovely dream house to order - what and where do you want to live! Wish and your dreams can come true!

Free sewing pattern