Nose to Tail Etsy Shop Review and Giveaway

Gift Guide Post # 22

Hello Neighbors!

I am so enjoying doing the Gift Guide this year. I hope all of you are enjoying the products and services that are being reviewed. This next item is from an Etsy Shop. I have to say that I believe this is a unique item that would make a fantastic gift.. The owner of Nose to Tail, Karen makes miniature felted animals. They are adorable! She did a Sheltie for us! I am sure some of my neighbors are aware that we have 2 Shelties now. Anyway, I looked through Karen's Etsy shop and her work is so detailed. She works with Alpaca wool, Merino wool roving. This is wool that has not yet been spun into yarn. Occasionally she adds Angora rabbit hair. Karen has been doing this about 2 years, and said that her niece and nephew (who denies all charges) actually showed her how to needle felt. Most of her miniatures are in the $25 price range.

She started out modeling her creations after her own pet bunnies, and the bear cubs, llamas and prairie dogs are from the Olympic Game farm in Washington State. She has used pictures off the internet for ideas and she has a Facebook page where people post cute pictures of their animals which gives her another source of information. So if you think your pet would make a good model for one of her felted miniatures be sure to visit facebook.com/nosetotail and post a picture. Maybe your pet will be her next creation! She also runs some contests of her own there!

I asked if she has ever done birds, because one of my daughters loves birds! She has done an African Grey for her cousin, along with penguins and owls. I would love to see a penguin! Most of her Nose to Tail felted miniatures take a few hours to make.

She is presently working on a tiny mountain goat, using some actual mountain goat hair she found hiking a trail. She did explain that she washed it before working with the hair. I think that is really neat idea.

Karen did tell me that this is a reasonably easy craft to learn. She is going to post some "How to Videos" on YouTube soon. I would be interested in seeing those. There is also a DIY Pug felting kit available in her Nose to Tail Etsy shop. The only warning she issued was be careful of poking yourself with the sharp needle.

Karen's Nose to Tail creations would make a great gift idea, for someone who has a dog, cat, bird, or rabbit. It would also be a way to remember a past family pet. My miniature Sheltie will be displayed on my shelf with my blown glass. So be sure to visit Karen's Etsy shop Nose to Tail and see some of the pieces she has available. And if you place an order, tell her you heard about her from your neighbor At the Fence.

Now Karen is going to create a Miniature Felted Animal for the winner of this giveaway. All you will need to do, is send her a picture of your pet, or if that is not possible tell her what breed your pet is. I am sure you can include colors.

Baby First TV 'I Can Sign" First Words

Hey Neighbors! Here is a really neat gift idea for someone with a young child. Here we have I Can Sign (First Words) from Baby First TV. Now, I am just going to share right here that we have friends who have taught two of their children to sign at a very young age. And it works! Their children could sign before they could talk. The Dvd will teach your child many useful words that will be used in day to day life. Words like: eat, water, milk, cookie, ear, feet hands, kiss, sleep, book, mother, father, and many other words. Each word is taught in a short video clip where they will see pictures of the word/item and people signing. There is also a little character at the bottom corner of the video signing along. The Dvd can be done on English or Spanish. Also included on the Dvd are printable coloring pages that you can print off by inserting the Dvd into your computer. Inside the cover of the Dvd case is a little booklet that covers some of the words you and your child

What To Do About Those Fuzzy Uninvited Guests In The Home

When we talk about pests in the home, the most common that we tend to deal with are the creepy-crawlies that find their way in. Ants, termites, and spiders, for instance. Occasionally though, you have a real chance of getting a much bigger, fuzzier unwanted guest in the home. What do you do about the fact your home is at risk of becoming a wildlife sanctuary for some truly unhealthy and even dangerous beasts? Picture by Alexas_Fotos Know the signs It doesn’t matter if you’re in a suburban home, a country cottage, or a fourth-floor apartment. Some animals can find their way just about anywhere. It’s worth knowing the signs of pest infestation so you can confirm it and act on it immediately. Spotting droppings, keeping an ear out for scratching, and looking for signs of nesting like shredded paper, scrunched leaves, and grass clippings around the home without explanation can help you start fighting back. Picture by wolfgang_vodt Cleanliness is key If there’s

Hey neighbors, its with a heavy heart I let you all know that my mom (Lori) unexpectedly passed away the end of June. Our family has been taking the time between now and then to be together and remember what a light mom was. I came on towards the end of last year and was planning on fully moving my interviews and review to this website. I intend to to so partially to keep mommas beautiful website going. Thank you all so much for your love and support over the years. ~Mercy

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