Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Misfit Toys


I have been thinking a lot about what to do with older designs and items that weren't stitched quite straight or didnt pass with flying colors through my 190 point quality control inspection. There really is nothing WRONG with them. They are just a little different. Not aesthetically perfect.
It reminded me a lot of the Christmas special Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer that had the Island of Misfit Toys.... they wanted to be loved just like other toys.
A train with square wheels.
A jack in the box named Charlie.
A boat that wont float.

I have decided to make a Basket of Misfit Toys at my shows this season.
Cows that are a little too chubby.
Owls whose eyes are a bit wonky.
Bears who are slightly lopsided.
They will be deeply discounted because they still deserve a home! A chance for someone to love them! I will need to come up with a clever poem about how they are still wonderful, just a little different than the others. :)

2 comments:

Autumn2May said...

That's a really cute idea! I always loved that movie. :)

Jen said...

I LOVE this idea! It's charming and I'll be willing to bet they will all find a home..

Will you have 'Misfit Toys Tags'?