Studio In Progress

"I thought you said you were taking the wallpaper down?" HAHAHA...

The wallpaper never seems to end! After spending ALL DAY moving furniture to take down the next section, I realized something... I have orders to do and nowhere to do them.. so here is my makeshift studio.

Funny thing is that we have been spending all week taking wallpaper down so I wouldn't have to stare at it.. hmm guess that didn't work out so well.

Anyway... hopefully my husband will keep on truckin' and just paint around me until I am able to help again. But I am not doing anything else today. I am tired.. my pets are mad at me because I've ignored them, I'm hungry, and my lungs are full of dust and paint fumes.

It's been a good day. ;)

Now go love a o.X

In The Works

Imagine trying to work with this all over your walls:

I couldn't work or relax with the jungle themed walls. I orginally thought the space was 20'x10' with a 10'x10' alcove.. but my hubby suggested it was more like 30'x15' The only wall we've removed paper from is the alcove.. and I've decided that it would be easier next time to just buy a new house then it would be to take wallpaper down.

Plans are to paint it a neutral color, probably in the cream/tan family. Then when everything is done (8 years from now) it's an IKEA shopping spree for me!

The Traveling Armadillo

So Moe is off to Germany!

That's right. He is starting his trek tomorrow! This cute guy found a sweet home with an Armadillo lover.

You can check out her website here: http://www.guerteltiere.de/news.php

Time for him to lose his southern accent and pick up on the ways of beautiful Germany.

Little Note

It seems, Moe the Armadillo, Has already found himself a new home. Not to worry :) I will be continuing the Armadillo Collection as soon as I can have my sewing table back.

We are in the midst of removing wallpaper in my studio. My table, and everything else, is now tightly packed away. So until the room is cleared of ugly green vines, or until I go crazy and move to the kitchen table, I will be dreaming up my next LEFTZ Armadillo.

Enjoy your day!
Mary

Moe - SOLD

It's ok to be different...

Moe's an adorable armadillo. His big feet and big head set him apart from the rest. He is the first in my LEFTZ Armadillo Collection. He promises to make you smile every moment he is near.

He is made from fleece, stuffed with recycled plastic shopping bags, and has a layered, vintage button eye. He stands a little over 11 1/2" tall and is 7 1/2" wide.

Pick him at My Etsy Shop

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Sneak Peak

Bunny who who?

Here's a sneak peak of a new line I am working on. Yes its fuzzy art! Two of my favorite things ;) This 3d art is made from layered fleece and includes its very own frame and hanger. This one will be posted on sale to roll out the new line. Keep an eye out for more fuzzy art at ArtTales.Etsy.com

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

A True Vegetarian

Who said sharks have to eat meat?

Sorry but this guy isn't for sale! He was a custom order. Why is he a vegetarian? The story behind the shark and the corn is this... While on a trip to the Atlantic Ocean the family saw corn in the ocean! Why else would there be corn floating the in great blue water than if it was shark food. So from that Tack the Shark was born.

Tack is made out of fleece and stuffed with recycled plastic shopping bags. His good eye is made out of layered vintage buttons. His favorite snack is also made out of fleece and quilted for that lovely bumpy texture.Tack is a little over 16" from neck to tip of corn and over 9 1/2" tall.

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Pea Pod The Peacock

Who's a pretty girl? Pea Pod is!

Pea Pod is a lovely gal, full of color and life. She stands a little over 20" tall and has been placed on a natural wood mount. She is made from fleece, pipe cleaners, and is stuffed with recycled plastic shopping bags.

Take a peak at her in my Etsy shop along with all my other Eco Etsy items!
www.ArtTales.Etsy.com

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Ode to Canada

This guy is much easier to clean up after...

He comes from up north, where its cold and harsh, so he takes a little trip and enjoys his winters south of his borders. This fluffy fellow has quilted wings, vintage button eye, and of course a long neck. He has been placed on a natural wood mount and is currently for sale.

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Peter

Peter Penguin has big feet.

Peter Penguin loves to eat.

Peter Penguin loves the ice.

Peter Penguin is so nice.

Peter Penguin is made out of felt. His innards are polyfill, and he even comes with his own ice cube. He stands a little over 4 1/2" tall. I think he is officially my favorite LEFTZ (please don't tell the others) He sits on my table and watches me sew.

Peter is not available in my shop yet. If you are interested in purchasing him before I post him, send me a note.

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

In the making

This is your standard PIP (Pig In Progress) don't be alarmed...

The Pig In Progress is 1 of 4 in a set for the Storybook Collection of "The Three Little Pigs" Since I don't have to worry about the distraction of using my laptop, I can spend more time creating.

Mini Hunted Collection

This is 1 of 3 in my Mini Hunted Collection.

Meet Honey the Bunny...

Each LEFTZ in the Mini Hunted Collection come with wall mounts. They are light enough to even hang on a pushpin.

Honey, and her wall mount, are made out of felt. Her good eye consists of vintage layered buttons and is blanket stitched together. Honey's name plate is also hand stitched. Her innards consist of poyfil and she reaches a little over 7" tall.

Honey is not available in my shop yet. If you are interested in purchasing her before I post her, send me a note.

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Story Time

My LEFTZ are so versatile and with that being said, I have decided to start a Storybook Collection.

Here is the first in the collection. Let's take a trip, don't forget your basket full of goodies...

Each felt piece takes about 2 hours. They are all handsewn with the blanket stitch. Their good eye is made out of layered vintage buttons and their left eye is made out of felt. Their innards are made from polyfill and they range from 5 1/2" to 9" tall. All pieces are felt except for the lumberjack's clothes, which consists of a cotton blend and blue jean material.

Soon all four of these will be up in my shop. If you are interested in them before I post them, send me a note.

Just because I post pictures of my work on my blog, doesn't mean they are free range for the picking. :) All images and designs are property of ArtTales. If you would like to feature me on your blog or website, just send me a note when it's up! LEFTZ are collector items and are not toys. They are perfect for your bookcase, studio, or desk. Please keep out of reach of children.

Typical New Blog Post

This is just a note to say hi! I'm really excited to start this new blog. I plan on posting pictures and fun things about me and what I'm interested in.

Currently my items can be found at http://www.arttales.etsy.com

Until my first real post,
Mary



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