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Minky Stuffed Animals

I LOVE minky fabric. It is SOOOO ridiculously soft, and the perfect material for a little stuffed friend to be made out of. I first made a large minky owl, and since then I have tried making other animals. They are super cuddly, and oh so cute!!

I am always looking for inspiration and new ideas.  What minky stuffed animal would you like to see?

I am linking up with:

Just Something I Whipped Up at The Girl Creative

Made by you Monday at Skip to My Lou

Market Yourself Monday at Sumo's Sweet Stuff

Making the World Cuter Monday at Making the World Cuter
Riverton Housewives Lineup at The Read Housewives of Riverton

Show and Tell at Blue Cricket Design

Whatever Goes Wednesday at Someday Crafts

We Did It! Wednesday at Sew Much Ado
Wednesday's Wowsers at Oopsey Daisy
Rock n' Share at The Shady Porch

Transformation Thursday at The Shabby Creek Cottage
Strut Your Stuff at Somewhat Simple

Simple Link at Simply Designing

Frugal Fridays at The Shabby Nest

Flaunt it Friday at Chic on a Shoestring

Friday Favorites at Simple Sweet Home

Friday Favs Party at Nap Time Crafters

Weekend Wander at While He was Napping

Whatcha Got Weekend at Lolly Jane Boutique

Weekend Wrap-Up Party at Tater Tots and Jello

Sundae Scoop at I Heart Naptime

Reusable Sandwich Bag Giveaway

Since Facebook is not allowing giveaways, we are trying a new format here on our blog. Please follow the instructions below to enter to win a Reusable Nylon-Lined Sandwich Bag with zipper closure. Winner will be chosen tonight at 12 pm eastern time. ***WINNER CAN CHOOSE IF THEY WOULD LIKE IT TO BE FOR A GIRL OR BOY, BUT I WILL CHOOSE THE FABRIC***

Crochet Patterns by 19 Elephants

I have now written my first three crochet patterns.  It is so fun to take something that is completely your own, and write down a pattern for it that you can then share with others!  All of my patterns are available in my etsy shop.  You can also purchase them at craftsy.  Craftsy is great because you can then instantly download the pattern and get started making your goodies right away instead of waiting for me to e-mail you the pattern.  The links for each pattern on craftsy are under the pictures.

Hootie the Owl on Craftsy - instant download

 Ice Cream Cone Cocoon and Hat on Craftsy - instant download

Small and Large Roses on Craftsy - instant download

Minky Stuffed Owl

I have been wanting to take the plunge and try making things with minky fabric for awhile now, and I finally did it!! :)

Like I admitted before when I posted about my crochet owl that I make, I am head over heels in love with owls.  We will be moving into our new home hopefully before the end of August, and one of my first projects will be to decorate my daughter's room in owls.  I want to buy a vinyl tree for the wall, and just go crazy! :)  I am thinking I will still have a pink sheet, and simple curtains that can be used later, but I will decorate with all sorts of owls.

My first project with my new minky fabric was this plush owl.  I LOVE her!!  I made my own pattern.  She measures 8" tall and 7" wide.  Her wings, beak, and eyes are made out of cotton fabric, which is fun, because it leaves room for so many color combos!

I am so excited to put it my my little girl's Easter basket on Sunday!!  I think she's going to like it! :) 

If you would like to purchase your very own Minky Stuffed Owl, you can visit my etsy shop.  I have lots of other minky colors to choose from too!!

I am linking up with:

Just Something I Whipped Up at The Girl Creative

Made by you Monday at Skip to My Lou

Market Yourself Monday at Sumo's Sweet Stuff

Making the World Cuter Monday at Making the World Cuter
Riverton Housewives Lineup at The Read Housewives of Riverton

Show and Tell at Blue Cricket Design

Whatever Goes Wednesday at Someday Crafts

We Did It! Wednesday at Sew Much Ado
Wednesday's Wowsers at Oopsey Daisy
Rock n' Share at The Shady Porch

Transformation Thursday at The Shabby Creek Cottage
Strut Your Stuff at Somewhat Simple

Simple Link at Simply Designing

Frugal Fridays at The Shabby Nest

Flaunt it Friday at Chic on a Shoestring

Friday Favorites at Simple Sweet Home

Friday Favs Party at Nap Time Crafters

Weekend Wander at While He was Napping

Whatcha Got Weekend at Lolly Jane Boutique

Weekend Wrap-Up Party at Tater Tots and Jello

Sundae Scoop at I Heart Naptime

Anything Goes Linky at Bacon Time with the Hungry Hungry Hypo

Ribbon Lovey Tutorial at While He Was Napping

I am SO excited!  While He Was Napping was so gracious and asked people for guest posts while she is recovering from having her beautiful baby!!  I took the plunge and made my first sewing tutorial for one of my Personalized Ribbon Loveys.  I would love for you to check it out at While He Was Napping!!

Custom Orders

Sorry I haven't posted in awhile.  I haven't had time to come up with new products because I have been so busy filling custom orders.  For the record, I am certainly not complaining! :)  Business has been booming, and that is SO exciting and such a blessing.  I love seeing customers' choices in colors and products come to life.  I thought it would be fun to post some pictures of some of the custom items I have completely lately.  I promise my last post wasn't a tease; I am working on making a crochet pattern for Hootie the Owl. :)

If you see anything tht you love, or if you have been inspired, I would love for you to visit my etsy shop or my facebook page.  I am also currently having daily deals on my facebook page, so I'd love for you to stop by!