I've been making these adorable little pipe-cleaner spiders every year for about 10-11 years. I love them! And because I only make them during Halloween, they are even more special-er. (I know, bad english...just get over it and go on) :o)
When I first started to making spiders, I could only find solid colors. But someone in the CraftWorld heard my prayers and started making different colors and textures. So, I honor their gift by making sparkly, striped and glittery spid-y friends.
Meet Willa Witch and Trick-r-Treater Timmy. I make these happy characters. I do. They have friends too. There is a Ghost, a Scarecrow, an Elf, a Snowman...its a small village.
And I'll tell you a secret: their bodies are made from recycled 2-liter soda bottles. (didn't know I was a eco-crafter, huh?) Hence the name 'Sew-Dang Cute" (that's what I named them.) I was so industrious one year that I made and sold about 50 different ones to friends and family. Made quite the little stash for the holiday, I did.
I think I'm going to make more this year. I can't resist the fabric...and the fact that if two or more are gathered, I start talking to them....I think if they answer back, then I've got serious cause to consult a professional. Until then I'll chaulk it up to ghostly flashes of my crazy DNA popping out. :o)
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