"Miss Velvetina Water Vole"
I decided I would try to create a water vole quite soon after registering for the competition. These gorgeous little creatures are having a really tough time to survive in the UK, although in Beatrix' time it would've been a common sight to see the little rodents busily swimming and scurrying about our many waterways and rivers. She is my invention of a Beatrix Potter character - I imagined her bustling along with a bag full of calling cards; visiting all the little homes of riverbank neighbours, and living life in a social whirl of Edwardian etiquette.I think she'd be most particular about her silk "hair" ribbon and the one tied in a bow on her tail. In my story they would be always coming tiresomely undone as she swam hither and thither! Maybe her sweet little slippers would conspire to float away continuously too ... and her frothy lace collar would get very drippy! What would her Mama say?!
To see all the wonderful entries in the competition together, and place a vote for your favourite in the "People's Photographic Choice", visit here and click on the rabbit.I'm sure everyone would agree with me that they are a fantastically diverse group of critters! The voting will be open until 4th June.Best of all, every entry will be available for purchase from 1st to the 5th June - first come first served!
We will find out the winners from the hands on judging on June 5th. In the meantime here's a link to view the 10 nominees. Congratulations to them, and all the participants. Also, many thanks to Sandi for organising this prestigious competition.
With very Happy Hugs,
Ruth xxx
7 comments:
Velvetina is very sweet, I would love her to leave a calling card at my house.
Congratulations Ruth! I learned something about voles today too. I wish you much success with this creation!
~ginger
Having seen her first hand I am astounded at the workmanship ... the judges were examining those tiny stitches with a magnifying glass, I don't think they could believe their eyes, your stitches are sooo tiny Ruth.
Congratulations on a beautiful entry.
Warmest hugs,
Sandi
Thanks for stopping by Kay, and Ginger. Do you have voles in Oz and USA??
Sandi, I'm really "chuffed" to hear that!(It's a good thing by the way!)Seems to be the only way I can work - keep 'em micro-tiny!!
Hugs to you All,
xxx :0)
Congratulations, Ruth! We don't have voles in Oz and certainly not ones dressed like THAT! :o) I love Vevetina's story <3
Congratulations Ruth, she's a darling !!!
Thanks Linda and Robyn!
So glad to see both your nominations there too! :0) xxx
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