Speckled Elephant

Again I had a baby shower last week and since I’m still bored by making play mats, I made a cute, little grey and pink elephant this time.



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  1. KatieOctober 17, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    OH So cute! I want one!

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  2. LVOctober 17, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    What a cute and different idea. I am sure the person you did this for was very pleased.

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  3. SueLovesCherriesOctober 17, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    That's adorable! You didn't have politics in the back of your mind while making this, did you? Or maybe Heffalumps and Woozles? :)

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    1. LizOctober 17, 2012 at 9:31 PM

      No, I didn't :-) ! I live in The Netherlands and my knowledge about politics in the US isn't really up to date, to be honest. Don't know who Heffalumps and Woozles are either :-) . But thanks for the nice compliment! Liz

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  4. Dani - Diane - ATA GirlsOctober 17, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    Love this guy - thanks so much. Joining from Wow us Wednesday - http://allthoseartsygirls.blogspot.com/

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  5. Being InspiredOctober 17, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    This is so cute! I'm sure he'll be very happy in his new home! :)

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  6. Ana Love CraftOctober 18, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    So lovely!!! Love polka dots! I'd love for you to visit my blog.
    Happy week!

    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  7. ChristineOctober 18, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    He (she?) is SO CUTE! I made an elephant not too long ago, yours is so much better :-)

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    1. LizOctober 21, 2012 at 7:22 PM

      I think you put as much love in your elephant as I did and that's what counts! Thanks for visiting and leaving your sweet comment!

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  8. HLBurkeOctober 19, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    I love your elephant. You are one of my nominations for my Liebster Award post here http://www.typativemamacat.com/2012/10/liebster-award-tag-post.html . Thanks for sharing your creative process with us.

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    1. LizOctober 21, 2012 at 7:25 PM

      Thank you, Heidi! I'm very honored you nominated me for an award, but I have to say 'Thanks, but no thanks'. I think I don't deserve an award more than any other blogger. Everybody does the best she can and puts time and effort in her blog. Doesn't mean I don't appreciate it, though.

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  9. Chie Wilks October 20, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    oh wow, that's cute. i wish i could be that creative

    Visiting here from Pink Saturday.
    Mine's posted at The3Chies

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  10. Chubskulit RoseOctober 21, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    Very pretty creation.

    Healthy Pink Snacks
    Have an enjoyable Pink Saturday!

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  11. Handbags*and*PigtailsOctober 21, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    This is so cute! I have two girls also and we've always loved handmade, quality toys. This little guy is right up our alley:)

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  12. Lulu and Sweet PeaOctober 21, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    This is adorable! Do you have a tutorial for this? My brother and his wife are pregnant with my first little niece and I'd love to make something like this for her baby shower. Also, I love the little playmats that you made! I'm definitely going to make one of these for my sister in law. Love your blog & I'm your newest follower via Sunday Funday!!!

    http://adayinthelifeofamomandawife.blogspot.com/2012/10/diy-painted-halloween-bottle.html

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    1. LizOctober 21, 2012 at 7:30 PM

      No, I'm sorry, but I didn't write a tutorial for this. Maybe you can find a nice pattern somewhere on the internet? Next time I make one I will think of taking pictures during the proces.

      Thanks for your nice comment and for following my blog! Liz

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  13. Bobi JensenOctober 21, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    That is ADORABLE! I love the colors and such a cute elephant!

    I have a weekend link party going if you'd like to join in:

    http://westernwarmth.blogspot.com/2012/10/weekend-warmth-6.html

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    1. LizNovember 3, 2012 at 9:16 AM

      Thank you, Bobi! I just linked up to your blog! Thanks for inviting me! Liz

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    2. LizNovember 3, 2012 at 9:40 AM

      Thank you for inviting me! I just linked up. Liz

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  14. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)October 22, 2012 at 3:45 AM

    Your elephant is adorable! I'm sure it would be a most appreciated and loved gift. Linda

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  15. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow October 22, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    SO cute!

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  16. Toqua's CraftsOctober 22, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    Oh.My.Gosh! That is too adorable!

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  17. ShilohOctober 22, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    So very cute! I love the polka dots.

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  18. AnonymousOctober 22, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    This is just the cutest! It would be great if you could post a pattern or tutorial xXx

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  19. Designing DomesticityOctober 23, 2012 at 3:29 AM

    How cute is that elephant?!?! Love it, You're very talented. Thanks for sharing, liz

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  20. Myric October 23, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    it looks super cute! YOu did a great job!

    Thanks for sharing at Passion Parade!

    xo
    Myric

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  21. SuperMomNoCapeOctober 23, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    The little stuffed elephant is just adorable. I'm sure it will be well loved.

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  22. Schöne Dinge von SonnenblumeOctober 23, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Very nice!
    Sonnenblume

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  23. JillOctober 24, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    Just gorgeous!!!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  24. Pam @Threading My WayOctober 24, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    SO cute!!! Love your choice of fabrics.

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  25. KatherineOctober 24, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    LOVE this adorable elephant! I have a soft spot for elephants. Good job!

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  26. Rebecca EnglishOctober 26, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Oh that's clever. I wish I could sew!

    Thanks for linking to the Sunday showcase.

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  27. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinOctober 27, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Wow! That is so impressive and cute! Thank you for sharing this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  28. Jessica at Me Sew CrazyNovember 2, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Very cute elephant! I love it!

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