Photos of the final phases of construction of my "Big Eye Bird".
I had the most delightful time hooking this bird. I made a special back for him because I am sure in years to come someone is going to want to know his story.
He is not, by the way, related to the big bad wolf of Little Red Riding Hood fame, but all I can think of everytime I see him is someone saying "my little bird what a BIG eye you have".
Oh, he is gorgeous! And what a colorful breast he has:)
Posted by: Violet Cadburry | 07/15/2014 at 10:50 PM
I love him!!! You have to check out the New Zealand Pukeko...
http://tinyurl.com/n5fv8ow
They are so comical and the babies are like little black fuzzy tennis balls with huge feet... these hooked birds remins me so much of them!!
Posted by: Bobby | 07/16/2014 at 01:31 AM
Carol, I love this little guy! What a beautiful piece! Can't wait to see more hooking projects.
Posted by: Colleen | 07/16/2014 at 02:34 AM
He's beautiful!!!! xx
Posted by: Amy at love made my home | 07/16/2014 at 04:27 AM
The label is a lovely part of the bird's history. On a personal note: for years, I possessed a framed embroidery piece done by my mother. The frame broke, and when I took it apart I discovered behind the piece a little handwritten history of the piece and the time in her life. I think this is a special tradition, and now try to "hide" such a note in handmade gifts. Perhaps your next creation could contain such a "letter" for future discovery???
Posted by: Sharon W. | 07/16/2014 at 06:37 AM
Carol, please make certain that "Bigee" (nickname) has a mate he looks so wonderful
But perhaps a little lonely. Then of course some little "ees". I think you may have
Started something grand.
Posted by: Barbara Tarbox | 07/16/2014 at 07:58 AM
I LOVE HIM!!!! Good job.....I agree with Barbara, he needs friends!
Posted by: Joanne | 07/16/2014 at 08:52 AM
Big eye bird is wonderful. Love the story on the back. How many strands did you use for the story? I have a hard time doing words, but like to include it somehow.
Posted by: barbara | 07/16/2014 at 09:36 AM
Love your bird, love your label, and love that sneaky loop of wire that lets him stand up!
Posted by: Vicki in Michigan | 07/16/2014 at 02:59 PM
Bravo! You wouldn't want any beady-eyed bird sitting around.
Posted by: jeanette, mistress of longears | 07/16/2014 at 09:29 PM
Big Eye Bird is a new species. His official name is Opto Gigantis Stufficus who looks like he's thinking: I started out in beautiful California in the mountains, how the heck did I end up on a porch in Kansas??? I have this big eye so I can find Toto, that pesky mutt.
Posted by: Joan | 07/16/2014 at 10:00 PM