Little Traveller

Overview

Step-by-step instructions for a handcrafted dolls made from 100% wool hand dyed felt, complete with felt, linen, and knitted accessories

The promise of adventure! The rolling hills, a walk by the sea, or rambling through the woods… who knows what we might see, who we might meet along the way, and where we will end up? This enchanting book contains step-by-step instructions and diagrams for a delightful collection of animals and dolls made from 100% wool hand dyed felt, complete with felt, linen, and knitted accessories. You will find a Hedgehog and his Sleigh; a Snail who lives in a Mailbox; a Girl and her Bear; two Little Sisters and their holiday Tent; a Fox who is all set ready for his next adventure, and many more. These designs are suitable for most toy makers, each brought to life on the page by one of Simone Gooding's wonderfully whimsical illustrations.

Author Biography

Simone Gooding is an Illustrator and the designer behind the May Blossom range of toy sewing patterns. Simone works with felt, yarns and cloth that are as close to nature as possible; hand dyed, 100% wool felt is the core ingredient of her designs. Drawing inspiration from the imaginary worlds of children's literature, Simone creates a beautiful sense of whimsy and innocence in her characters. Her work can be seen in many magazines including Homespun and Bustle and Sew UK, her sewing patterns are sold around the world and can also be found at MayBlossomStore on Etsy. Simone lives with her husband and four children in Melbourne, Australia.