I did finish the elf shoes in time for the Groundhog’s Day party. They turned out so cute. I sewed a pompom to the tip of each toe before wearing them to the party.
I agitated them too long when I was felting them and they came out a bit small. I had to put them on my feet and walked around a bit in them before taking them off to dry. Believe me, it was not fun having cold, wet, felted shoes on my feet, but one must suffer sometimes to achieve that perfect accessory. And they were just perfect for my outfit. The theme for the party this year was Dr. Seuss, can you tell?
Last Thursday at knitting, Lynda brought her new felted slippers to show off. The pattern is called “French Press Felted Slippers” and is available through ravelry. I think they’re adorable. But look at that beautiful bag! Lynda made that too. She took a class at A Common Thread with Victoria Jones called “It’s a Wrap: Bowls, Baskets and Bags.
It looks like great fun but I’m going to have to tie my hands behind my back and say NO, NO, NO. No more projects until I finish some of those unfinished ones. I haven’t forgotten them.
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Lee,
You look so cute! Not many can wear horizontal stripes, even on their feet, you wear all of them well!
What can I say…I love your post!! And here is to walking in squishy, soggy felted slippers …what we do for art!!!
Oh my goodness. That is the coolest outfit I’ve EVER seen. I love the elf shoes. I think you should wear that outfit to the next family gathering. Please.
You must have been the belle of the ball, Lee! Love the elf shoes, love the stripes, love the HOT PANTS.
It really was the best party. I wish someone would video tape the performances during the evening because they are always priceless.