Spun Cotton Animal Figures Tutorial Part 2/ Armatures and Details

[@Luport1]

Love this tutorial. Love all the critters, especially the sheep and would love to see birds as well. Thank you so much for showing us how to go about it! Looking forward to seeing the painting and dressing up of all your critters.

[@GraceElder-kf4ik]

Jeri, I am amazed at the talent you have. Those little characters are so precious. I wish I had even 1/4 of your talent

[@rosemarybushea3447]

What GREAT tutorials! Love the critters, especially the sheep.

[@carolharner4472]

I can see this is opening a whole new world of creativity for you! How very talented you are. Thank you for teaching us the technique as you learn yourself. It's a good lesson that we should all keep the desire to learn new things! 🐔🐿🐀🐑🐐🐖 The animals are precious!

[@sabrinacopas1636]

You are so incredibly talented! ❤

[@vickiulrich6694]

Oh my but I love the look of those textured sheep. Can’t wait to see them all gussied up with color and adornments. What a great way to melt our cares away and think through our lives. I can spend hours just watching this art form! I love all your visits no matter the content. Tea time with Jeri is my absolute favorite visits. I hope I’m not the only one who enjoys the variety of content you share with us because I would miss the variety. I used to cross-stitch and decoupage for hours before Hunny got so sick but now it’s almost easier to dream about my hobbies than to actually participate but one day things will settle back down. I often wonder what James is spending his time doing during all your hobby sessions for gardening and art take up many of our hours in a day. My husband is/was an avid builder of all things from bird houses to furniture to house repairs so I always was sure to cut my day off when he came in for the day singing “hunny I’m home and I’ve had a hard day” knowing he enjoyed himself every bit as much in his shop as I did with needle and thread. We would have lovely dinner conversations about our day at dinner and beyond. With your home and yard, like most of us, it takes many hours to keep up and it isn’t always light work!!! Anyway…I love seeing you pop up in my feed so I can take a few minutes of downtime to enjoy a cup of tea and whatever content you provide so until next visit….!!!:):):)

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

That sounds so nice, you and your hubby. My James has slowed down quite a bit as he has some health issues. I usually do my art and craft work in the same room he is in, usually he is reading or studying something in the Bible.

[@vickiulrich6694]

@ I think you will understand that I take no day with Jack for granted. Thanks so much for entertaining and enlightening me with your visits!!!:):):)

[@judirosenberg8126]

Yay 🎉🎉

[@MrJonasWhite]

They look lovely Jeri! Thank you for showing us how you make them! I think painting them with watercolors will be so nice! ❤️

[@WillowNook]

I made a beautiful Rabbit . Pretty proud of her . Never needle felted in my life. She is huge and so pretty

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Good for you, you must have the knack!

[@christyjohnson6967]

Jeri, these are so charming! You are such a great teacher. Thank you for sharing. ♥️

[@dclaet1135]

This was so fun and interesting Jeri. I am looking forward to seeing how you paint them. I love your textured sheep.

[@gangoffour1]

❤ I made some of these. I wish I could post a picture. One runner duck, one rabbit, one duck, and one chick. Thanks for the inspiration. They are fun.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

I would love to see pictures of your little flock! I'm definitely making runner ducks. send me an email with pics. [e-mail]

[@tinaclauson5238]

These are wonderful videos for the winter months. Very interesting to watch and hear u speak on how to make. Plus for crafty/artsy type people it'd be a new adventure to try their hand at. I am looking forward to learning about the painting process and clothing pieces you might add on them. A small collection of these would be a great gift for just about anyone. You could do a set for a manger scene, a set for a doll house collector, Christmas ornaments or anything you think of. A pretty wooden box to store/gift them in would be a nice finishing touch I think. So many possibilities! Thank you so much for sharing such interesting content with us. Very much appreciate all you do. 💜🥀

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

You are so right about making little gift sets; I've already been looking at boxes of the correct size. So fun!

[@debbieconnelley342]

I’m in love with these precious little animals!!! You truly are a wonderful teacher, with a beautiful soothing voice. Even though I absolutely love gardening, I love all the different interests you have and share with us all. I used to think I should have focused on one thing, and got really good at that one particular interest, but there are too many wonderful things to do!!! I just want to do them all!!! Thank you for such inspiration ♥️

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

You are right about there being SO many great arts and crafts to pursue; I know of at least half a dozen art-forms that I really love and there isn't enough time in the day to pursue all of them. I have a basket of half finished needlework, countless illustrations,etc,etc, etc. that I never seem to get done. This craft is a keeper!

[@vickyskelton3735]

Oh goodness this was one video I wanted to go on and on! I love these spun cotton animals and watching how you create their individual characteristics. I have my supplies and can't wait to give it a try. Looking forward to the next video. Thank you Thank you

[@joananderson7976]

The mouse!!! I can't with the cuteness! I can absolute see you making a complete Baby Jesus in the Manger scene for next year.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

A nativity would be very nice....

[@ArleneKorth]

Your critters are really coming along sweetly! Definately would need some models. LOVE this!!!

[@pamboggs9355]

Jeri l am 80 l love gardening but in the winter love different things and can't wait to try these little animals

[@janward6044]

What beautiful packaging T2 has. The transformation from scrap to beautiful creatures is amazing, what a fun project and it costs near to nothing. As always, thank you for sharing your endless artistic talent!

[@sharonallen805]

Jerry the Harley and Sons cinnamon spice makes a good ice tea for summer. It's my favorite drink to refresh me while I'm doing garden work.

[@BettyWennerberg]

Oh my goodness. Thank you so much for the tutorial. Love your creativeness and clear examples . You have such a gentle nature in your voice and instructions….thank you for sharing your wonderful world .

[@pattim9617]

This is going to be a fun project for me this winter. I have an old Peter Rabbit Storytime Collection book that has illustrations of every animal that I can use for making a form. Thank you for all your inspiring instructions on these videos. 💕

[@nanapoppi3]

Thank you Jeri for another great video teaching us the techniques and details of this wonderful craft. Can't wait to try my hand at making some little dogs and cats for my antique dollhouse.

[@allie3132]

Thank you Jeri! Your channel is like a warm hug.

[@TeresaByington]

So cold and snowy here too. Crème Brûlée tea sounds so good to me! You create such beautiful things. ❤

[@amysimpson646]

Thank you so much! Im disabled and I'm trying to find things to occupy myself as I have to keep my mind occupied. Im going to go get some supplies and try my hand at this. I've wanted to learn this craft for a long time.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

You are so welcome, I hope you enjoy this little artform.

[@cherylthepearl827]

Last week we had 13” snow and still around since temps are so cold. Thanks for sharing. Interesting. 😊❤ yum, tea.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

The sheep with the texture sure makes it look nice and wooly!❤

[@sdube60]

Wonderful videos. Watching the progress and how the simple armatures turns to an animal is fascinating. Can't wait for more progress videos. I'm an antique reproduction porcelain doll artist and these little creatures will be perfect companions for my little dolls.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

That's a perfect use for them.

[@gwenbuchanan1]

so precious!!!

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Gwen, So good to see you here!

[@barbarahaines7661]

I'm thinkn ravens for halloween!Thank you for the creative start that I needed.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Crows and corn!

[@TheFarmSparrow]

You are amazing my friend…what a menagerie of critters you have already assembled there.🥰 Thank you for this excellent introduction to this craft. Previously I simply knew nothing about it. Now, with this very thorough explanation it is something anyone can venture out and begin to experiment with. Much love. ❤️ xxx

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

You should give it a go! I saw Skillie in your last video and I must try to fashion her(?) out of cotton.

[@TheFarmSparrow]

@ It is an idea. Xxx

[@PaulaShoaf]

Hi Jeri ! I will have to put this in very slow motion !! Workshop and Tea with Jeri could be your next book , or a weekend workshop !!! Blessings friend , Paula

[@dianadunaway656]

Really enjoyed your demonstration and discussion on your thought process of creating these adorable little cuties! Your suggestion of having some source or type of reference of body structure for the animals makes total sense! I was thinking of all the small plastic farm animal toys children play with. All your learned tips are really appreciated! Thanks so much! I love all you little animals but especially liked the little fox with added watercolor💕

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

The little plastic toys make great models...

[@Linda-z1v3s]

Love this , looks so fun and relaxing

[@CharleneMGrant]

So fun!

[@camirichardson7485]

Jeri! The ears on that sheep are absolutely adorable! I heard myself chuckle out loud when you showed her. This is a very charming craft and it's interesting to learn about where it comes from. I would bet veggies and such can be made with that cotten application as well. I'm thinking of Easter items; carrots, cabbages ... Could one cut strips and weave a basket with the stiffened bits? OH, I have a package of plaster of paris tape somewhere in the back of my closet, and the ideas you've spurred in my mind is outrageous! hahahaha

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Easter items are perfect for this craft, I was thinking baskets of carrots for sure. You can take it as far as your imagination will lead you!

[@tammyhoushour8070]

Jeri its so fun ti watch you work on the animals the big ones too. They just take on such a real life look . They probably do come to life when no ones watching. 🤨😊 If you dont have enough snow i have plenty to share. Stay warm and be safe out walking in it to tend the real animals. 🤗❤️

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

I made a snowman yesterday! ( a real one) We don't want any more, thank you very much!

[@joellemamounette2954]

Bonjour Jeri , merci , j'adore 😍 bon Dimanche à vous 😘💕

[@montserratlavid3532]

Beautiful! Thank you.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Just wonderful creations!!!❤

[@dickybirdsnest]

I’m loving this I just picked up some supplies last week

[@sheilaackers3854]

Thank you Jeri God bless you and yours x

[@debbiemonce6286]

Love it all!!!

[@sandrabrown9864]

❤❤❤

[@suzanneandersen7319]

These little animals are so adorable Jeri, I love watching you create them! Can’t wait to see them painted. I also look forward to trying to make them. Where do you get the cotton Jeri?

[@carolwiebe2820]

Beautiful work! It would be even lovelier if you could set your camera so that all the close-ups aren’t blurry.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

That's my own fault for bringing the work too close to the camera.

[@TarnishedTreasures1]

I’ve made a few swans and hearts. I’m ready to paint and embellish.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Yeah, good! I know yours would be really nice, especially with all your Little enhancements.

[@sriis7525]

❤💕❤

[@suesue2271]

What kind of cotton do you use? Love your instructions.

[@chickenruncreations-needlefelt]

Very interesting! I do needle felting - would the cornstarch work with wool too?

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

Well that would certainly make our needle-felting a lot quicker, but no, it would never work with wool. I'm afraid we will have to stick to our needles.

[@bethmartof1262]

How fun. Thank you for the tutorial. The animals already have so much character. 😊😊😊

[@maryanndobrowolski]

Thank you Jeri! Another great tutorial. Did you end up finding more of the pipe cleaners that you like? I think the ones you are using are 4mm. They are not as fuzzy. The only ones I could find here in Canada are from Amazon by Creativity Street.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

My friend contacted me about the source, but they no longer carry this size. So thank you, I will loo for the 4mm size. The cotton pipe cleaners work well, those actually made for cleaning pipes

[@ritaswift8313]

I had a question about gardening, I saw how you plant so many tulips in containers, so can you still plant any flowers in them after the tulips are done as well as in the garden … can you plant where they grow?

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

@@ritaswift8313 Absolutely! The bulbs are planted deeply. As the tulip leaves and stems yellow, put seeds or young plants in the pot with them.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Could you make garden plants or flowers or tools using this method?!

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

I've seen cotton batting used to make larger pieces like tulips with stems.

[@joannescollectiveco.4240]

❄️🩵❄️

[@elizabethhughes8081]

Interesting process and lovely craft. The close-ups are hard to watch, they are so blurry it hurts my eyes. It would be nice to actually see the details of what you''ve done. Alot to take in in one sitting. I'd rather see start to finish of one animal.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

If you go back to episode 1 in this series, you will see a start to finish video on a duck and a chicken. Not blurry in video 1

[@judygillespie3242]

You are amazing. You lost me at the first pipe cleaner. This craft just isn't for me. Thank you.

[@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow]

I understand that. I had the very thought when I first discovered needle-felting; I didn't want to make the armatures. Now it's one of my favorite things to do.