I have been working away trying to make a baby penguin, but sometimes what seems simple is actually very hard. Gosh, I think I may have just learned a life lesson...while I remember.
I did my usual little doodle of this guy, but for some reason I just couldn't get him to come out right! So many, many, many versions later... and quite a few feverish crochet fueled dreams... here is the little fellow.
In a traditional icy environment acting in a traditional penguin way.
Suddenly transported to the tropics! A Penguin with a hunger for a different way of life. Clearly a lover of tropical fruit and relaxing days in the sun. Why put up with the ice and snow when you don't have to?
A penguin asking if his bum looks big?? Now I have seen everything.
Looks like he can wave too... Is there no end to his human-isms??
Soon he will be bundled off to his new owner. I hope he will make her happy.
I have the first free weekend for ages. So I hope I will be able to get a fair bit of crocheting done, and will try to get another pattern finished.
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I wanted to tell you a little about Marian, she a very cool 6 year old craft artist. Marian is preparing for a bone marrow transplant in March, and is working to raise money to keep herself occupied in a crafty way while she recovers, and then to help an amazing project called Caitlin's Smiles. You can read all about Marian's exploits on her blog: http://imacraftartist.blogspot.com/
She makes amazing snow globe necklace kits which recycle her medical supplies (The tutorial has even been published on Whipup.net) you can buy them from her mum's shop here: Purple Petunia (Amazing pottery too!)
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I also recently found this amazing crochet link: http://www.mypicot.com/ A wealth of gorgeous free crochet patterns ( Mainly lace, stitches and granny squares) Simple divine!
I love your penguin, with his big eyes and beautiful colouring! It was worth all the effort you put in :)
Posted by: planetjune | January 26, 2008 at 01:47 AM
SSSSOOOOOOO ADORABLE! If the recipiant is on drugs and doesnt like him you can always send him to me he would be loved very much! You did an amazing job!
Posted by: babyangel | January 26, 2008 at 01:51 AM
perfect little penguin!!! I was also inspired by Marion's artwork, the little hedgehog? in the top right corner of the art page!!!
Nathalie
Posted by: Nathalie | January 26, 2008 at 11:56 AM
I love the penguin. You did a fantastic job with him! Thanks too for the links.
Posted by: Sarah | January 26, 2008 at 03:17 PM
I love your little penguin, he's so fluffy and cute, as with the rest of your creations! I'm going to have to try find some of that funky yarn to crochet with :)
Thanks for you compliments on my bears, it's also nice to see a fellow UK crafter! Sarah :)
Posted by: Sarah Rose | January 26, 2008 at 08:52 PM
Too beautiful! As is all your work. Please please please post your pattern for the hedgehog also.
Posted by: Elizabeth | January 27, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Hey, I see your penguin's a featured project on craftster! Congrats!
Posted by: Colleen (Silly Panda) | January 27, 2008 at 03:35 PM
Your creations never fail to admaze me! THis guy is wonderful. I will go and check out Marian's web site and see if I couild help. Hope you could enjoy your weekend. look forward with anticipation on your next creature.
Posted by: monika | January 27, 2008 at 03:59 PM
gah!
that penguin is soooo adorable,
and you are right,
he has many "human" qualities...
too cute.
and thanks for sharing that link
about marian...
Posted by: gkgirl | January 27, 2008 at 11:02 PM
What a sweetie you've created! He's adorable! All your hard work paid off big time :)
Posted by: Cassi | January 27, 2008 at 11:21 PM
WOW! He is so life like. How tall is the penguin?
Posted by: Lynn | January 28, 2008 at 04:03 PM
Another beautiful, creative creation. Your animals are very realistic and can inspire to take care of our environment.
Posted by: Tawny | January 28, 2008 at 06:13 PM
Another beautiful, creative creation. Your animals are very realistic and can inspire to take care of our environment.
Posted by: Tawny | January 28, 2008 at 06:15 PM
Oh, my goodness he's cute! I love the way you work with the fuzziness of the yarns.
Do you have any plans to release a pattern for this wee one?
Posted by: Bethieee | January 29, 2008 at 03:52 PM
Wow, that penguin is perfect.
Posted by: Lil' d | January 31, 2008 at 04:01 PM
You are SERIOUSLY talented!! Your animals are particularly fetching. Keep up the good work...
Posted by: Trish | February 01, 2008 at 02:05 AM
It´s cuuuute. My oldesd looked on my screen and said Oh a pingu baby it´s soooooooo cuuuuttee
Posted by: Alex | February 14, 2008 at 05:15 PM
tous les animaux sont magnifiques mais j'ai une préférence pour le pingouin félicitations violette
Posted by: violettte georges | April 05, 2008 at 07:14 PM
vos animaux sont superbes mais j'ai une préférence pour lepingouin, mes compliments amitiés violette
Posted by: violette georges | April 05, 2008 at 07:29 PM
The Antarctic penguins are dying, we will go to save it
Posted by: air jordans | November 16, 2010 at 06:35 AM