Making Wingalings and Other Whimsical Things!
I have always loved anything and everything weird and whimsical. And I am a Jill of many trades, trying any artsy, creative activity I can find at least once. My favorites so far include painting, costuming, prop making, crocheting, drawing, and glass working. But I am still trying to learn new art forms anytime I get the chance. :) I am also a teacher and I try to pass my humongous love of learning onto my students.
I started creating wings as gifts for family and friends. I have been making wings for over 10 years now. My original Wingalings have evolved over that time and I have developed my own unique style of costume wings! They are so fun to make and I am always excited to get custom orders because I love the collaboration of designing the perfect wings for different people all over the world. And because every pair is made by hand, from scratch, each set is one of a kind!
I developed my Beardee dolls during my crocheting adventures. I started making a Totoro doll from a tutorial and then taught myself to make a little humanoid doll. I was brainstorming ideas of how to embellish these new little people I had created and it just came to me... BEARDS! And hence, the Beardee was born! I have also created my own Totoro inspired, crocheted Forest Spirit dolls.
My top hats came from my love of costuming. Victorian and Steampunk style costumes are some of my favorites. I love feathers, ribbons and doo-dads and it is so fun to come up with spiffy combinations.
Wondering how to wear my Wingalings? Check out my video of tips and tricks for wearing your new wings! https://youtu.be/BClOAsXeidM
Contact me if you have any questions! I would love to make the perfect gift for you! Happy Fluttering!