Knits x Sweet Pea Toad Tots

Aren't these just precious? Hand knitted scarves, hats and other items for kids and babies. - By Sweat Pea Toad Tots.

Adorable product photos as well!

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Handcrafted Hares x Owl & Slipper

Today's artsy item features handcrafted hares from Owl & Slipper...

I had the pleasure of doing a little email-interview with Michelle Cresswell, owner of this cute shop!

Why the name "Owl & Slipper" (though we love it!)?

I started by making owl doorstops for friends and my 4 yr old would help me stuff them and always remind me that we are 'teamwork' ! One day after explaining why I was making them, he went to the cupboard and pulled out all the slippers , covered them in coloured string and said he would have a shop next door to mine and sell slippers ! We joked about being called, ' Owl and Slipper ' . When I felt ready to brave a label and take this seriously I couldn't find a name to stick so very happily went back to my original source of inspiration !

What inspires you for your creations?

The idea of cloth, texture, pattern and individual detail all designed together to create something that little people can cherish and grown ups can admire. I only need to catch a glimpse of something somehwere in the corner of my eye and I take it and let it buzz in my head day and night until I come up with a design ... many drawings yet to be made into something!

How long have you been making your handcrafted hares?

I have been making the hares since Easter this year. I just wanted to come up with an item to grab and carry without extra floppy bits , and an exaggerated head. I mostly make them in denim now and they have become a favourite!

Where do you find your materials?

I have stores , special stores... mostly donated by friends who use lovely materials in their trade, and they generously supply me with their remnants. I am loving my button collection and have made button brooches for a local fair - a little sad to see them go- pure vintage!

How long does it take you to create an average hare?

Hares take 3 hours to put together, but I tell my husband my price is 'heart and soul' at this stage!

What are your future plans for "Owl & Slipper?"

My future plans are to develop my woodland animals into a collection. I am enjoying developing my crochet skills and am making stripey drawstring bags of all sizes and garlands of doily like flowers. My dream is to print my own fabric and use that in the decorative items I have on my list to make. I believe in 'handmade' so I would like to provide items that have been designed right down to the pattern on the fabric and printed by hand. I am enjoying playing with the lino blocks at the moment cutting out my woodland animals... I would like them to go on lampshades, bags, cards ... I dream of having a recognized and somewhat streamlined look, even though the range may be vast because you can't contain a crafster can you?!?

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Sock Monkeys x Maribel Made

Look at these super-artsy sock monkeys by Maribel Made. They are SO original, colorful and just fun!

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Rag Dolls x I Sew Lucky

These rag dolls by "I Sew Lucky" are toooooooooo cute! I love their mix'n match patterns, trendy hair do's, cute girly expressions and accessories. This Christmas collection is just adorable for the season.

How cute would these dollies be underneath your tree or on a little shelf?

They are "safe for little ones" and cherished by adults. Best thing is... she takes custom doll orders - how fun!! I think I am going to order one for my Mom :)

I believe that you're never too old to have a new doll - especially at Christmas time :)
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Dolls x Tiddlywinks

:) These little dolls just tug my heart! They are adorable, creative, unique, cute, cheery, colorful and dainty! Love them. My favorite is above, reminds me of my kitty.

Tiddlywinks says "All dolls are inspired by the drawings my children make. You'll see it in their faces. Every one is one of a kind, I make no two the same." The young style and imaginative mind definitely shows through in these little joys :)

I think these would look too cute in a kids' room, however just as fun in "big kids'" rooms! Tiddlywinks even takes custom and wholesale orders. Be sure to visit these Tiddlywinks' links:
Tiddlywinks Shop
Tiddlywinks Blog

Prints, Trinkets & Tees x Boto Designs

The other day I was just flipping through some websites and stumbled across "Boto Designs" - what a delight! Boto Designs features the "world of Boto created by Chen Reichert! Boto is a robot in Japan. During his travels, Boto has met other robot travelers and a plant who is far away from home. Get to know Boto and his friends!" - Visit Boto Designs: Blog, Etsy Shop, or Paper n Stitch Shop!

The unique, colorful robot doodles are cute and quirky. I love the set of magnets, the designs look so cute grouped as a collection. Best of all, there is a whole "world" and story that goes with these little lovable characters. :)

Quilts x Vintage Chenille

Need a baby shower gift? These ultra soft quilts make the perfect gift! I love the color palettes in Leah's Vintage Chenille rag quilts. Plus, they are extra soft and fluffy - perfect for baby! Be sure to checkout her wide selection of cuddly chenille products in her shop! She has rattles, more quilts, cuddly toys, hair accessories, pincushions/buttons, bibs, pillows and more!

Tiny Sculptures x Magic Bean Buyer

If you love color and cute little sculptured creations, check out Jamie Ferraioli's shop Magic Bean Buyer. Her little figurines are cute as candy!

Jamie is

"an artist, jewelry maker, seamstress, typesetter/printer and procrastinator all rolled into one. I have an obsession with the color green, no food is too spicy for my palette and I love love love anything miniaturized." - Jamie Ferraioli

Her mini-sculptures are hand sculpted, painted and sealed with a protective clear coating. She signs and labels each with the series name on the bottom. Her shop. Her blog. :)

Handmade Slippers x Piddies

I can't believe these little slippers are handmade! Piddies slippers for babies, kids and adults are too cute :) I just love their little stitches and details. The slippers come in a wide variety of colorful animals, bird, bugs, fish and more! Sold individually and as Mom/Baby gift sets. Another bonus, Piddies gift wrapping is "always free"! Definitely check out Piddies adorable collection of slippers. :)

Cloth Baby Dolls x BeBe Babies & Friends

Tell me this isn't just the cutest little baby doll ever! BeBe Babies & Friends are irresistibly cute, each with unique little details.

All of my babies are hand made by me out of soft fabric. I have made babies ranging in size from 4" to 28". Each BeBe Baby is hand sculptured and painted. They have either hand applied mohair or a wig. My babies are weighted to feel very natural and their little heads need support when being held. BeBe Babies are all string jointed and very poseable. I take great pride in each BeBe and love to share them with you! - Casie

Who says dolls are just for kids? I think BeBe Babies would make adorable baby shower gifts or a great collectible for girls of any age! ;)

You can find BeBe Babies & Friends at:
BeBe-Babies.com
On Etsy
& at Nico & Zoe

"Knitted Babes" x Claire Garland

"Knitted Babes" is a book of "five dolls & their wardrobes to knit & stitch." I am not a knitter but might need to learn or buy this book and have a sister or my Mom make me one! No matter what your age, you'll fall in love with these dolls' peculiar, sweet, little faces and adorable details!

"You won’t be able to resist these knitted “retro rag dolls”—Dot Pebbles, Bunny Bright, Flo Tilly, DD Diva, or Rudy Ranch. Each comes with a wardrobe to make of handknit and handsewn trendy clothes. In this truly simple and easy-to-use technique book, knitters only need to know how to knit and purl; the practical knitting and sewing know-how section illustrates the simple stitches used to whip them up. Sewing templates to photocopy and use are included, along with knitting charts and advice on washing and caring for these dolls. The 130 fun photographs and the five sections devoted to creating each doll’s identity and her fun clothes and accessories make this a book to treasure."

Checkout more about "Knitted Babes!" and read more about author, Claire Garland.  Shop ALL of Claire's books here!