Yay for my Followers!

I think it's so cool that I have people following my little blog! It warms my heart...

In other news, if you've liked any of the new stuff I've been posting, check my shop because it just might be there now. I made my second Ostrich-- I like him even better than the first. This one has a neater beak and skinnier legs. I also put wire in the feet so he would stand better. I never send out the prototype, they help me figure out what to do differently. You should see my house, a zoo of slightly off creatures...

Oh My Newness

I am a true lover of alchemy. I've made some of my favorite animals because of special requests. That being said, I do have a tendency to over-think things, which lends itself to extra stress (yay). I think I really love these two new guys, though. Monkey and I had a hate/hate relationship for most of his creative process, but in the end I am most happy with him.




I've been wanting to make a Pegasus for a while now, but haven't been able to find the time. I did steal some time to finally make her. I am also pretty happy with her, though my pictures aren't stellar. She'll be in my shop soon... I just need to take some better photos.


Lastly, I decided to splurge on a doll from the Black Apple. I'm glad I did, he is so lovely in person. Sam has gone everywhere with me since he showed up on my doorstep... this even includes helping me record accordion and harmonica last night in the studio. He is my newest and most favorite companion.

Cardinology

This weekend I went to see Ryan Adams and the Cardinals at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. The venue was amazing. I found myself wandering around just the bathroom in awe. It was absolutely beautiful.



Ryan Adams always puts on a good show. This was my third time seeing him live, the first time being the best, and the other two being a draw. He is a temperamental guy. He gets so mad when people talk or holler at him... the second time I saw him he played for (maybe) 45 at the very most and then stormed off stage because people were talking. That's fine, I guess, but what about the fans who were listening and loving it? I didn't ask those people to be inconsiderate.

This show was pretty good though, excluding some questionable song choices. His voice did sound better than ever, and I always enjoy the drummer and steel player... bass player-- not so much.



Anyway, it was fun overall, but the highlight of the trip was buying the new Jenny Lewis album on vinyl. First of all, I think every record should come with a cd inside. I doesn't seem right to charge someone twice for your music, and I always buy on vinyl if I can. This one did, so I was pleased. The album is great... she's really outdone herself this time. Plus, Zooey Deschanel (swoon) who I LOVE is all over it, Chris Robinson appears on a couple of songs. Just candy for my ears. So, yay... a new record I love.

Renenenenenegade

So, I was over at the Plush You! blog, and saw the promo for the Renegade Christmas thingy. I really want to do it. I mean really, really, really want to do it... I just don't know if I can get enough little guys made by then. Actually, I'm almost certain I'd be committing hand suicide if I did, I just can't get my brain to accept the responsible choice. After all, I've been having pains in my hands and arms as it is... I could lose all I love: pianoing, picturing, sewing. Brain, be smart.