The Raven

I started out by painting a background on a 16x20 canvas. The top part is a deep purple, almost black.

I collected images that I wanted to use and did a little embellishing to them with markers and rubber stamps.

Once all the images were glued down I did some more painting and stenciling.

I use a thin layer of modeling paste where ever I want some texture.

Once the modeling paste is dry I paint over it and blend it in to the background. I add metallic paints and glazes for the final steps.

I enhance what I like and cover what I don't until I am happy with the end result.

Monster Mash

My favorite embroidery site, Urban Threads came out with a monster face pack that I just had to have. It inspired me so much! I have never made a toy or stuffed animal before and I didn't have any idea how to start. First I made a trip to the fabric store and got some soft bold colored remnants and a couple matching patterned fat quarters.

This was the first face I embroidered and it got my mom excited. She took it from there and made this adorable little horned "Hug Me" monster.

I used my Cricut Expression to cut out the TV from the Nifty Fifties cartridge to use as a pattern. I did the eyes, mouth and bowtie on felt and then stitched that onto the body. I handstitched the arm detail.

Angry Johnny

I used my Cricut Expression to cut one of the kids on the Playtime cartridge to use as a pattern. Once his face was finished I knew exactly what to call him so I embroidered his name on his shirt.

We already have several more finished and ready to go to the adorable little girl who gave this whole project special meaning.