I went back and fixed the links, so they should work now. Thanks for letting me know.
These milkweed pod babies were inspired by this amazing post from The Little Travelers. I lovewhat she says about fostering connection, not collection. And that not only makes a lot of sense, but also rhymes. How completely perfect.
These babes were so simple to make. I just put a wooden bead on an inch or two of pipe cleaner and felted wool roving into a little bundle around the pipe cleaner. Then I added the acorn cap and a little more wool to make the milkweed pod cradle nice and soft. They look so sweet I almost wish they were real.
I love these and am going to suggest them to our school for one of the fairs!
Posted by: sarah | June 18, 2008 at 03:59 AM
They are incredibly sweet :-)
Posted by: Carol | June 18, 2008 at 06:20 AM
I love them!
Posted by: Angel Funk | June 18, 2008 at 07:07 AM
Coming back to say that I can't get those links to work!
Posted by: Angel Funk | June 18, 2008 at 07:08 AM
Oh......those little milkweed pod babies are so precious. The photos are lovely, as well.
It is always so interesting to see what nature leaves for us to inspire creativity. I have a special project to do with Ivo which involves a good bit of nature--first we will collect (and connect), then we will sort, and then we will design, glue, and trim--and then we celebrate!!!!
The workbench and tools are just waiting for you, Ivo!
Love, Hugs, and Snuggly Milkweed Baby Kisses for Ivo~
Mom
Posted by: Mom | June 18, 2008 at 07:58 AM
So adorable, Amanda. Can't get links to work either, though.
Posted by: Jonah Lisa | June 18, 2008 at 08:51 AM
Lovely, you are so very creative!
Posted by: Kate in NJ | June 18, 2008 at 09:16 AM
so darling!
Posted by: Emilie | June 18, 2008 at 09:56 AM
Those are just precious! Thanks so much!
Where to find milkweed in Alaska?!?!
Posted by: RunninL8 | June 18, 2008 at 10:43 AM
Cute!
Posted by: Carrie | June 18, 2008 at 12:03 PM
Those are absolutely adorable- I think CJ would love to find one of those in the flower bed!
Posted by: Jenny | June 18, 2008 at 12:27 PM
ADORABLE!!!!! Also, thaks for the wormery idea, it's on our Summer TO DO list.
Posted by: Anna | June 19, 2008 at 12:37 AM
So sweet!
Posted by: Lizz | June 19, 2008 at 04:00 AM
These are fantastic...I can't wait to try them. Let the nature hunt begin.
Posted by: Treemama | June 23, 2008 at 10:18 PM
This is a dumb question, but what exactly is wool roving? Thanks.
Tara
Posted by: Tara | June 26, 2008 at 12:34 PM
I want to use the pods for the shape of a bird's body. But I don't remember how to dry the milkweed pods so the filler stays inside. Maybe you know?
Posted by: HOW DO YOU DRY THE MILK WEED PODS | August 11, 2008 at 01:21 PM
I GOT THEM AT THE RENS FEST BUT THY LOOKED KINDA DIFFRENT.
Posted by: KYLA | October 03, 2010 at 08:25 PM