Wednesday, March 27

Custom Possum

When I started sewing animals, I had no idea that I would get to be a small part of something so special and sacred as a wedding day.  Making cake toppers (and in this case wedding cake toppers) makes me happier than I can describe.  I love hearing the story behind every set of animals and knowing they represent two people who are completely in love.

This possum is extra special.  She will be hanging from a bouquet held by one of my favorite customers.  Oh, and I guess possums are way cuter in Australia than in the U.S.  If they looked like this here I may not have minded the little fella who used to come around at night hiss at our kitty.


23 comments:

  1. NaomiMarch 27, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    Ahh he's so cute!!

    The Occasional Indulgence

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  2. Tonya Ann March 27, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    So tiny and cute!

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  3. RhubarbariansMarch 27, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    Oh my gosh it's adorable! Love the flower headpiece.
    Trish

    www.jellybonesblog.blogspot.com

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  4. TrishaMarch 28, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    So cute! :D Do you hand sew these cute little animals? :3

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  5. Caroline BMarch 28, 2013 at 2:16 AM

    That has to be one of the sweetest creatures you have ever made!

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  6. AnonymousMarch 28, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    So cute! I really love your style :)

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  7. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 4:30 AM

    That's how I picture all woodland critters, wearing headpieces and maybe the odd tutu!
    Gemma typically.pretty.english

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  8. AnonymousMarch 28, 2013 at 5:06 AM

    Yes, here in Australia the possums are cute, but they can certainly be naughty too. Their cuteness makes up for the naughty though. Well done Katie, this little possum you have made is beautiful. Love from Kelly NSW, Australia.

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  9. sMarch 28, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    this little one puts an instant smile on my face :)

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  10. m+oMarch 28, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Oh my, this is way too cute!!!

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  11. King HuckleberryMarch 28, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    this is so sweet!

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  12. vintage honeybeeMarch 28, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    You made a not so attractive real life animal into the cutest plush. I love this.

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  13. LARY @InspirationNookMarch 28, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    This is the cutest thing ever. You are so very talented Katie :)

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  14. taraMarch 28, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    How sweet! That is so cool you get to participate in something as fun and special as a wedding.

    Also, I totally googled "australian possum" and you're right-they're WAY cuter.

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  15. elle.crewsMarch 28, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    I'm convinced you have the most charming "job" ever! I'd love to have a whole Christmas tree full of your sweet creations!

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  16. Under The RainbowMarch 28, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    Beautiful, if i ever get married I would want something like this on the cake.

    Michelle xx

    Under The Cherry Rainbow

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  17. RocioMarch 29, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Your creations are so beautiful :)

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  18. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    oh i love this little guy! So sweet that one of your fave customers is carrying it :)

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  19. Emily BMarch 29, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Beautiful creation!

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  20. DawnMarch 29, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Awe :) Super cute possum! I love the stitches in the buttons for eyes - and how sweet that this lil one will be so sentimental to the couple for years to come :) Well done <3 ~Dawn

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  21. AlyceMarch 30, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    awww Katie! I showed my mum this post and she loved it. I'm really looking forward to meeting my lil creature. Thanks again, you met the brief perfectly. (and one of fave customers... say whaaat?!)

    PS If anyone is curious, US possums are actually opossums and have sharp teeth. Australian possums are an entirely different species, although they still can be quite naughty, they are very sweet. :)

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  22. DeeApril 5, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    how did I miss this?? Your talent is mind-blowing. I hope you know that.
    Our kids have had pet possums in the past. When they got older we set them free but they would still come to us for food if we found them in the trees at night :)

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  23. shaktiApril 9, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    how cute is that little guy! so australian possums look more like our squirrels? Why can't we have those? It would be so much better than the devil rats.

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