Helen is a bunny who likes a bit of an adventure.
On Tuesday, she put on her shoes
and her favorite pink sweater and headed out for new lands. Arizona is far away, but she knows that her new friend, Mary, is waiting for her.
After they play for a long time, Helen thinks she'll be ready for a nap. It's a good thing she packed her pillow and quilt.
Sweet dreams Helen. We will miss you.
Helen is from wee wonderfuls put-together book 1. Her sweater is also a wee wonderfuls pattern. The doll quilt and pillow were made by me without a pattern. Making Helen and her things was so much fun for me. Thanks so much for swapping with us, Jen and Mary. We love everything you sent!
Click on the photo to see the great things we got! They also sent us two great books, but Kate has hidden them somewhere. Most likely, they are in her bed.
Happy leap day everyone!
Hey Helen! I'm sure you'll enjoy Arizona. Don't forget your bathing suit!
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | February 29, 2008 at 09:24 AM
I love Helen so much! The spring-y colors she's wearing make me happy. And her sweater is fabulous. I'm sure she'll be much loved in her new home.
Posted by: alexis | February 29, 2008 at 09:27 AM
wow! awesome swap, erin! i love the sweater and the shoes most!
Posted by: kirsten | February 29, 2008 at 09:28 AM
What fun. I loving that mini quilt. I would love to do something like that with appliqué and free hand sewing. I am intrigued at what the back looks like, share if you can.
Posted by: Make and Takes | February 29, 2008 at 09:58 AM
Helen is darling. I especially love her little quilt.
Posted by: upstatelisa | February 29, 2008 at 10:00 AM
Her little sweater kills me with it's cuteness!
Posted by: Sarah | February 29, 2008 at 10:09 AM
Oh goodness, the bunny + sweater + pillow + quilt are too cute.
Posted by: sally | February 29, 2008 at 10:21 AM
Helen & her quilt are fabulous!
Posted by: beki | February 29, 2008 at 10:31 AM
ahh. so cute. the butterfly quilt is adorable.
Posted by: Mefuza | February 29, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Helen is the best dressed bunny I've ever seen. Love her shoes :)
That quilt is just lovely.
Posted by: kat | February 29, 2008 at 10:53 AM
Home run! That is one of the cutest gifts I've ever seen--from those precious Mary Janes, to the adorable pink sweater, to that too-cute-for-words quilt (you are having way too much fun with your new machine!). Totally love it all!
Posted by: Angela | February 29, 2008 at 10:57 AM
OH HELEN!! Erin, she is so so cute......her sweater just kills me.
also the quilt. wow. any little girl would be thrilled beyond words to receive this!!!
what a fabulous swap.
Posted by: leslie | February 29, 2008 at 11:07 AM
That doll quilt is gorgeous. The ruffle on the pillow is so sweet.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | February 29, 2008 at 12:06 PM
Wow! I didn't realize that it's the last day of February until I read your post.
Helen is so adorable! Lucky swappers!
Posted by: Tonya | February 29, 2008 at 12:10 PM
The shoes! Oh my. There's a lot of cuteness there.
Posted by: miss chris | February 29, 2008 at 12:13 PM
That sweater! I love it.
Posted by: Sonya | February 29, 2008 at 12:25 PM
Love the do11 quilt! It looks like your getting the hang of the free motion.
Posted by: belinda | February 29, 2008 at 12:50 PM
Wow - I love everything in this post - particularly the little green shoes that bunny is wearing!!
Posted by: Di | February 29, 2008 at 01:06 PM
WOW! Love the quilt - you're totally inspiring me to break out some springy-er fabrics!
Posted by: Jessica | February 29, 2008 at 01:31 PM
Wow - so, so cute. Seriously cute!
Posted by: Sam | February 29, 2008 at 01:57 PM
Hello, Helen!
Posted by: Tracy | February 29, 2008 at 02:26 PM
oh, my, helen is CUTE! and so are all her little accessories. you did a fantastic job. you continually amaze me, woman.
Posted by: amandajean | February 29, 2008 at 03:10 PM
so cute! love her green shoes.
Posted by: Courtney | February 29, 2008 at 03:24 PM
Helen is so cute, let's just hope that she didn't inherit your tendinitis! And the sweater without a pattern, now I'm really impressed.
Posted by: molly | February 29, 2008 at 04:54 PM
I love the quilt- it has a real quiet beauty about it.
Posted by: the pesky bombolino | February 29, 2008 at 05:54 PM
What a sweetie - and that quilt is so simple yet so clever! Well done.
Posted by: Lina | February 29, 2008 at 06:17 PM
oh my goodness, Erin! You have so much wonderful goodness going on.
Posted by: Robyn | February 29, 2008 at 10:49 PM
Helen is such a cutie! You've made me want to pull out my put-together book. I think a basket of bunnies would be so much fun for Easter.
I love the quilt that you made for her. It is perfect!
Posted by: Mellissa - wondermommy | March 01, 2008 at 10:27 AM
Wow! What a terrific package to receive! I was just looking at the rabbit pattern last night- I think I will be making the cat for Penny's April birthday. What did you use for her body? Flannel?
Posted by: carol | March 01, 2008 at 10:36 AM
wow, fantastic swap, erin! I love her sweater. And I'll take the shoes in my size, please!
Posted by: molly | March 01, 2008 at 01:07 PM
Helen is adorable! Love the quilt too!
Posted by: Kristin | March 01, 2008 at 02:43 PM
delurking to chime in and agree with all the comments above. SUCH darling stuff.
but i HAVE to put in my two cents about the book "these is my words." please please please read it. i was hesitant to read a pioneer type book, but it is such a good book. never found anyone who didn't fall in love with it. it's wonderful.
Posted by: sarah | March 01, 2008 at 10:04 PM
I don't know if the sweater or the little shoes is making me cry more. From love, I mean. Love and cuteness. DARLING!
Posted by: Julie @ Letter9 | March 02, 2008 at 09:40 AM
What a gorgeous bunny and your doll quilt is particularly stunning.... Congratulations for coming up with such a pretty pattern.
Posted by: Marina | March 02, 2008 at 05:38 PM
Hi Erin -
Me again. You inspired me to try this; the pattern is ordered & the yard was purchased this afternoon to start the sweater. This may be beyond my skill level, but I just have to try! Thanks!
Posted by: Sam | March 02, 2008 at 08:13 PM
i heart helen bunny and her green shoes.
she has a spirit and makes my heart hop!
Posted by: pve design | March 03, 2008 at 04:04 AM
Green Mary Janes!!! Perfect!
Posted by: Jona | March 03, 2008 at 11:52 AM
omg. darling.
Posted by: suzanne | March 03, 2008 at 09:45 PM
Love, love, love the quilt! You're inspiring me to try some applique ... I love all the white. It just makes the butterflies pop!
Posted by: Emily | March 04, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Hi Erin -
I finished my little sweater in prep. to make a little critter. I have to say - your sweater is so much cuter. I am satisfied with my end product, but I really hope the next one is a little more "finshed" looking once it is complete. Thanks again for the inspiration!
Posted by: Sam | March 15, 2008 at 08:30 AM