Tuesday, 15 June 2010

Woyww and Ernest!

Its been another eventful week for me [one worth catching up on previous blogs for if you are in need of a giggle]. I have been hosting a young cockerel on his gap year for the last week...its been a week of work, play and at times [failed] guidance. Ernest will be off tomorrow heading north to his next host, Jen, at http://themadhouse-themadhouse.blogspot.com/and will be staying a week in Saltburn by the Sea, N Yorkshire.....I really hope she knows what she's letting herself in for and has all alcohol well locked away before his arrival. It's been a very busy week for him here so he may just be glad of a good rest :-)



Today I have a show and tell I'm sure lots of you will love as much as I do. I was asked by another blogger to make a character doll and last week I showed you the fabrics I had found with him in mind. I have been working on him all week in between other sewing jobs and have now finished him.....and I'm really thrilled with how he has turned out. [My little 19 month old Granddaughter recognised him immediately so he must be pretty convincing]. I just need to parcel him up now and he will be on his way to his new home.






Fun day Monday Ernest joined in the fun and with a little help he made his own look-a-likey and he insists I show you him proudly holding him [it hasn't left him far since he made him so I think he is pretty chuffed with it].





Of course Fun day Monday has to be followed with a head down catch up Tuesday....Ernest has been a good help with this too.....

He climbed into my felt box and helped me find the black felt for the doll's shoes.

He helped by ironing it and then....


...helped by pinning on the pattern.







He tried holding the shoes under the sewing machine but his feet wouldn't reach the foot pedal at the same time so had to leave me to the machine sewing.







For those of you who remember the blanket I crocheted I thought you might like to see that you little person it was made for loves it and Nanny Annie hasn't lost her nack of snuggling a baby to sleep :-)





I really hope I've made you smile today. For more fun and laughter please pop over to Julia's blog and join in the WOYWW fun.
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58 comments:

  1. Jen Walshaw16 June 2010 at 08:11

    Thank you for the lovely comments over at mine, tell Ernest that he will have to earn his keep here.

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  2. Bleubeard and Elizabeth16 June 2010 at 08:25

    Wow, that baby blanket is as cute as that adorable baby. And the doll is making Wendy jealous. Of course, Ernest makes her laugh and seems to be a great help, too.

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  3. Helen16 June 2010 at 08:35

    Aaaaahhhh! the blanket is lovely, so is the baby - as for Ernest!!!

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  4. Yvonne16 June 2010 at 08:39

    OOO bless , how snuggled .. perfect.
    Got to say loving these little birdies, how creative are they!

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  5. Sid16 June 2010 at 08:43

    I LIKE Ernest !!

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  6. jude16 June 2010 at 08:47

    Thye blanket is beautiful and so is your grandaughter.I adore the glown oh wow reminds me of a glown i had when i was about 3yrs old,im sure they will love him at his new home.
    hugs and enjoy your wdensday
    hugs judex

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  7. Michelle16 June 2010 at 08:50

    Loving our clown doll, he is fab! Ernest's new wee friend is great too! and such a cute little baby! Well done on the beautiful snuggley blanket!
    thanks for sharing, have a great day!
    hugs
    Michelle
    xx

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  8. Anonymous16 June 2010 at 08:57

    Oh well done you on the Mr Tumble!! More than I would handle I'm afraid so there will be some little lady out there who will be VERY happy on her birthday!! What a generous helping hand you've given. Pat on the back to you!

    Mary Anne

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  9. Lothian Crafts16 June 2010 at 08:58

    Wow your doll is amazing you are very talented and a helper as well.
    Elaine

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  10. Julia Dunnit16 June 2010 at 08:59

    I don't expect you'll be any less busy when Ernest goes, but I'm sure it will feel quieter for a minute! I'm having a heartbeat moment at the beautiful baby snuggled in your arms under that adorable blanket. Oh, how not to love an heirloom.

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  11. Bettythebaglady16 June 2010 at 09:12

    Have been reading all about Ernest's adventures. His energy has worn me out. What a lovely snuggly baby. That snuggle knack is like second nature-once you know how it never leaves you.Love BettyXXX

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  12. donnalouiserodgers16 June 2010 at 09:18

    what a lovely story, and such beautiful things you make, I'm doing a kaffe fassett stole at the moment - may have to make it the wowyww one week...

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  13. Twiglet16 June 2010 at 09:39

    Great blog Wips!! That little doll at the bottom is perfect - oh no wait a minute- thats the real one lol - little L looks so content!!!

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  14. Cardarian 16 June 2010 at 09:47

    Ohhh what a lovely post today - I love your clown doll - I don't recognise the character but he or she is very cute! And Ernest what a big help he is! You lucky woman! Still what really caught my eye was the little granddaughter enjoying the blanket!Uh I would love to have a snuggle too!
    Hugs,
    Cardarian

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  15. Liverpool Lou (Anne)16 June 2010 at 09:57

    hehehe Love the clown doll Annie (is it Mr Tumble?) Ernest is just fabulous too - I didn't realise he was helping with the ironing, thught he was sitting on a zoomer (my word) to soom round everywhere. Gorgeous blanket too; your so clever :-)
    Anne xx

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  16. Sue16 June 2010 at 10:02

    aww great clown doll, luv the little Ernest helping, beautiful blanket, scrummy baby, have good day, sue,x

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  17. Linby16 June 2010 at 10:10

    All great stuff Wipso. Love that minature Ernest sooo much. You granddaughter looks cosy under her new blanket - gorgeous.
    Linbyx

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  18. Darcy Marshall16 June 2010 at 10:16

    aww baby in a blankie is gorgeous, loving Ernest's adventures too, giggled lots at the head in a bucket photo....and Saltburn is just down the road from me lol

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  19. Anonymous16 June 2010 at 10:20

    Definately made me smile :-) Blanket and baby look gorgeous too. S xx

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  20. Alix16 June 2010 at 10:29

    a super smile inducing post...thanks for sharing! :0)

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  21. BadPenny16 June 2010 at 10:38

    What an adorable baby and like the character dolls' hair! I'm not really up on childrens' tv these days !
    Speakig though of Neighbours ( at mine ) babies associate the theme music with nap time !
    What a good lad Ernest has been. I'm thrilled that he's going to the Mads'. MummyMad will soon have him crafting & cooking with Mini & Maxi.

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  23. Carmen 16 June 2010 at 10:58

    I love it! Ernest has a Mini Me! Is he plotting to take over the world next? :P

    Mr Tumble is amazing - can't believe how spot on his costume is :D

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  24. Chrissie16 June 2010 at 11:42

    I don't know how I shall get around everyone's blogs now as I spent so long here catching up with all your (and Ernest's) exploits on the previous posts, but I did have a good laugh!
    Love the doll by the way!

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  25. Sew This N That16 June 2010 at 12:00

    what lovely dolls! love the blanket you have made, how do you do flowers, I am intrigued :0)
    *hugs* Heather x

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  26. The Crafty Goat Girl16 June 2010 at 12:27

    I just love your helper! They are so handy to have around, I have Zorro the hedgehog who has been helping me, lol! He on loan from Georgia, and I dont want him to go back, may have to keep him!

    Love your blanket, that little baby looks so snuggly under it!

    Have a great week, thanks for sharing, hugs Heidi x

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  27. Hels Sheridan16 June 2010 at 12:46

    Aw that Ernest looks like he has been up to high jinks LOL As for the blanket, looks like it is being really appreciated...so cute! x

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  28. angelwhispers16 June 2010 at 12:54

    Love the blanket looks so beautiful. Thanks for sharing Chanelle xx

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  29. cheryl16 June 2010 at 13:14

    oh love the blanket and the dolls hun wow are you clever or what,and the baby hun she is just adorable,hugs cheryl xxxxx

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  30. Bee16 June 2010 at 13:27

    the blanket is beautiful and Ernest has obviously had a great week staying with you. I just hope he can keep quiet about all the unbloggable goings on - remind him that what happened at Wipso's stays at Wipso's.

    xx

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  31. Rosie16 June 2010 at 13:40

    Wow that Ernest is a busy lil chap! I absolutely LOVE that crocheted blanket, and what a little sweetie your baby is.

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  32. Kay16 June 2010 at 14:59

    Hope Ernest enjoys the rest of his travels LOL

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  33. Angie16 June 2010 at 15:31

    Have not WOYWWed this week but had to pop by a few friends over the next few days

    WOW Mr tumble is brilliant ...my GS's love him too.
    Big Ahhhhhhhh for the little one in the beautiful blanket ... snuggled to sleep perfectly

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  34. Doina16 June 2010 at 15:42

    Doll is very successful! Her face is very expressive and her clothes were attractive colors. I'll try to make myself a doll like yours. I hope you do not mind! Please tell me if I fail to write correctly in English somewhat! I admit I do not know English too well. But I want to learn!

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  35. Andrea - Wales, UK16 June 2010 at 15:47

    I love the doll and Ernest is awesome! That little one looks very contented wrapped in that lovely blanket.

    xx

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  36. TinaB16 June 2010 at 16:48

    Oh wow! so cute xx

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  37. Julie M16 June 2010 at 17:05

    Gorgeous doll, and the blanket is so cute. Am laughing at the mad Ernest project!!!

    Thanks for the tips on the potato growing (and eating!!!)

    Julie :o)

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  38. Nicki16 June 2010 at 17:12

    Ah, bless you Wipso, you did make me smile today and I've been waiting all day to get home and tell you 'cause I can't leave comments from work! Thank you for the pics of Ernest, he is such a busy little fellow!

    Nicki, xx

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  39. A Hovel to Home16 June 2010 at 18:33

    Ernest is soooo sweet.

    Kay

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  40. Felted House16 June 2010 at 18:45

    That is a beautiful, gorgeous baby asleep in a lovely blanket - just how babies should be wrapped up! xx

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  41. Chrissie16 June 2010 at 19:17

    Wonderful post Wipso! What a helpful chicken you have, and what a gorgeous little bundle, wrapped in your lovely blanket!
    Chrissie

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  42. Foil Play16 June 2010 at 19:32

    Lol at Ernest who is very cute and how lovely that your blanket is so appreciated by the beautiful recipient :-)

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  43. Phree16 June 2010 at 21:25

    Thanks for a fun post, you did put a smile on my face with your humour and the cute things you have made. What a cute lil' person snuggled up in that gorgous blankie!

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  44. Maz16 June 2010 at 21:35

    Aww, Ernest looks lovely, if a bit of a handful! Love that crochet blanket - it looks so snuggly! x

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  45. minnie_mac16 June 2010 at 21:41

    Great posts. Really made me smile.

    Marilyn
    x

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  46. Alisonw3016 June 2010 at 22:09

    I like Ernest too! Saltburn by the Sea is just up the road from me, I cycle there all the time! Will have to go check out the Madhouse blog now

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  47. Spyder16 June 2010 at 23:28

    I love Ernest! you have to have him every week now..hide him..and we have to hunt him out...(Ok..now tell me I read that wrong and Ernest is not the chicken's name!)

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  48. peggy gatto17 June 2010 at 00:40

    Hey, you are so creative!
    Love earnest and the blankie!!!
    Thanks for coming by!

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  49. Julie17 June 2010 at 07:02

    You've made me smile tomorrow, Anne!! Your little doll is fab and will surely be very loved!! Great catching up on the antics of Ernest and gorgeous little babby!!! Juliex

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  50. Sue Pinner17 June 2010 at 07:04

    Head in a bucket hey?..naughty Ernest loving these posts soooooooo funny what he gets up too hehe
    Hugs x

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  51. Sue Pinner17 June 2010 at 07:05

    ps...ooops your AF looks great with the beautiful addition!
    Lucky you hugs x

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  52. Lavinia17 June 2010 at 13:33

    Cute post today! Love the adventures of Ernest! makes me giggle! Aw how cute all suggley baba in the blanket you made! Lovely!
    Lavinia
    x

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  53. Hazel (Didos)17 June 2010 at 19:23

    Ah Mr Tumble that looks like to me!!!!
    WOW your Ernest looks like he has been a very busy Cockerel.
    Ah that was my fav thing on the nightshift as a Midwife. Cuddling the babies. So sweet and love the blanket. Hazelx ox

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  54. Esther17 June 2010 at 21:16

    Oh how sweet everything on your post is, babies, blankets, clowns, ernest..made me smile at the end of a very long busy couple of days at work...(hence why I'm still catching up on WOYWWS)

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  55. Pam18 June 2010 at 16:33

    Its a mad house!!!! What a sweet baby. HUgs Pam x

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  56. Kathy18 June 2010 at 16:34

    Fabulous photos Anne - I've loved seeing them all - especially of course that little darling snuggled under your beautiful crocheted blanket

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  57. Paper and Ribbons18 June 2010 at 21:09

    The blanket looked fab last week but looks even better with a little on all cosied up with it!

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  58. Siobhan Brignull19 June 2010 at 22:05

    I've just read a load of your blog posts they are so funny, loving your work

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