Sometimes I just need to be told what to do. My creative mind races 160 mph daily and at times it is difficult to see the glowing red light signaling a slow down is in order. That's when it's time to dive into the archives and pull out an oldie but goodie! Something with simple lines and easy to follow instructions, not subject to my overly-self-scrutinizing. Something from waaaay on back that I can up-cycle into 2013!
I found this Heart's Content pattern at Goodwill years ago- knowing I could still use the basic primitive shape. Of course, I can't find the cover picture in my studio mess but you all know those famous 80's country style rabbits! I chuckled at those white cotton bunnies with the big mauve bows adorning a powder blue basket handle. I sighed with good memories of 1987- the year I graduated high school! I remember going to many craft shows with my Mom and swooning over such rabbits all frilled out with starchy lace and satin ribbons. I know if I went back to my old room, I would find Mr. & Mrs. Cottontail still nestled in the antique doll crib.
I made my version of this bunny using linen and a generous grungy soak in spiced coffee. Setting him out in the warm spring sun to dry, he made fast friends with Harley Bear and Fiona who anxiously waited for wee rabbit to come down from the tree branches to play.
Bunny will soon receive a name, a spring in his step, some prim features and hopefully give chase to Harley Bear- looks like she could use a little exercise for that winter weight gain ;)
I'm not sure whatever became of of Heart's Content patterns but I love the timelessness of the primitive tradition! Makes me wonder who will be chuckling at my work in 25 years!
LOVE & UPDATING THE '80'S
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