Yarn Along: Puppy is raring to go!

Glad to be joining in with Ginny again for her Yarn Along.  I really didn't think that I'd have anything to show this week since it's been a very busy week.  Next week is even worse...feeding 200 people 3 meals each day for 3 days?  Ack!  I love it and hate it at the same time... 

Anyway, back to the yarn along.  I had finished this little guy 2 weeks ago, but he sat without a face all that time.  Last night, I embroidered his features: just some simple stitches and a lopsided smile. 

Wasn't really sure how to add a knot without having it show, so I simply buried the embroidery thread in the stuffing of the body.  I'm guessing that with a few good tugs, it could come loose?  My 11-yo won't pull on it, but if I were to give this to a younger child, I would want to make sure the thread wouldn't come loose. 

If the thread were wool, it would probably just felt with friction.  Or if it had been sewn on a felted piece of wool and then attached like I had done here and here, then I'd have a place to tie the thread. 

Anyone have suggestions for future sewing on of embellishments with embroidery thread?  What have you done?

For reading this week, I've been browsing some of my sewing books.  Yes, they look too new.  Yes, they've been sitting on my shelf making the shelf look pretty for much too long and haven't been seeing much action at all.  Presently, I'm working on two bags/purses and hope to finish them up soon.  Why is it that when I have so much to do, my urge to sit down with knitting needle or sewing machine or a good book only increases?  Does that happen to you too? 

More photos of the puppy and Ravelry info here.

Gotta go!  Puppy wants a walk...

Comments

[Kristen]

Such a cute puppy, Ellen! I have dreams of knitting four bunnies for Easter baskets, but I'm quite certain it won't happen in time :) Feeding 200? What's the occasion?

[MaryBeth]

That puppy is so adorable...the image of a child/adult snuggling this puppy is so comforting. Imagine what children in hospitals would feel about these puppies. Also, good luck on feeding the multitudes. Been there, done that and yes...love/hate is a wonderful way to describe it. Hugs...

[Erin @ Wild Whispers]

Puppy looks great! way to knit, friend!

[no spring chicken]

Two hundred people? I think I've missed something...

Yes, I do get the urge to sit and craft when I'm over the top busy. I think my body is rebelling and looking for an out clause.

That puppy is a heart warmer... it's definitely the sweet face, you did a wonderful job! I'll be checking back to see if anyone has advice for securing the knot. I too have always struggled with that one and just do the same thing you did. Maybe that's really all there is TO do.

Blessings, Debbie

[Andria Green]

Oh my goodness your puppy is adorable! Job well done I'd say.

[swanski]

He is go cute! And what is even better, there is no feeding or cleaning- just the cuddling :)

[Tracey]

I love his sweet little face!

I'm with you on feeding crowds, it's a love/hate relationship! My favorite go to meal is bbq, rice and hash, you get a lot of food for the time put in. Have fun.

[Corrabelle]

yes, that always happens to me! My busiest times are when I really feel a need to create, sometimes so much that its painful.

I love your little puppy, such a precious little face!

[Kate]

Your puppy is the cutest! I love his little face. I always find more distractions where there is more to do... I mean, I agree about being more creative when there is more going on. ;-)

[Mia]

You did a really beautiful job of stitching on the facial features, that is one adorable puppy and is sure to be well loved : ) And yes I too long to sit and stitch or read awhile on those busy days. Guess it means we're all doing a little too much..? x