It's been over a year since I made a bird. Late last week someone ordered a custom bird as a Christmas gift. I took out the wire and wire cutters, and the floral tape, for the first time in so long and made this little purple wren. It was like revisiting a former version of myself. I'm mailing this bird to London today.
Bonnie Ellis says
What a lovely gift! It makes me think of spring, which is a welcome thought during this gloomy Ohio day. Well done, Abby!
Becca//Ladyface Blog says
What a gorgeous little guy! I love it!
-Becca
Ladyface Blog
Sue says
Turned out beautiful!
Debbie Feely says
This is a lovely example of the short blog post idea you wrote about yesterday. thanks for making that visual. Very nice. The bird is great.
Abby Glassenberg says
Totally, Debbie! When I wrote yesterday’s post I realized that I haven’t written a short post just showing new work in a long time. So here we are!
G! says
Very nice! I am a graphite/watercolor artist, and upon occasion, I get commissions. As I do not promote myself, it can be years between “jobs.” When the project is finished, I often ask myself, “Why am I not doing this regularly?” This time I promised myself that I would paint more often. So far, I have! It feels great!
Dawn in NL says
It is stunning, Abby. I love it.
Abby Glassenberg says
Thank you so much! There were several years (2007-2010) when I only made birds. 100’s and 100’s of birds. And then I stopped. It’s good to return every now and then.
Abby Glassenberg says
That’s terrific, G! You should make time to do what you love!
Ann Martin says
Oh my goodness, it’s absolutely delightful!
Mimi says
Your bird is lovely… I would love to make those!!
Sara says
He’s rather handsome! Gorgeous in fact. Love the colours.
Caroline B says
Your birds are still my favourite things you make – I’ve used this pattern from your book several times in various forms and it’s lovely. Very jealous of your neat machine stitching though – mine wavers….
Kim says
I love the purple colors 🙂 it still amazes me that the handmade marketplace is a global one and that adorable little birdie is going to london 🙂
thanks for brightening my day and giving me hope for my creative dreams
Abby Glassenberg says
I taught a class on this pattern when my book first came out and it was truly a great experience to see everyone’s birds come to life. I’m so glad you like the pattern, too!
Abby Glassenberg says
You’re welcome, Kim! Yes, it’s pretty cool how global things are. I always enjoy seeing where my pattern sales come from. It’s so diverse!
Beth says
Wow! It’s so cute!!