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Embellishment Challenge!

May 2, 2009 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 81 Comments

Last week, I received a mail out from Amitie that contained six lengths of ribbon. We were challenged to use them in a project.

So I would like to introduce ” Google ” – A Tag Toy for Little Ones (although if I was giving this to a baby I would remove the buttons eyes for safety reasons!). The ribbon tag hair, the different textures, and the bright colours should provide plenty of stimulation for babies. To provide some auditory stimulation you could insert some crinkling material in with the stuffing (I believe empty packages of baby wipes work well). Not having any babies on hand – I was unable to try this.

This little toy was quick to whip up. If you would like to make one you will need:-

2 x 6 inch circles of polar fleece

2 x 2 inch circles of white felt

2 x 1 1/4 inch circles of blue felt

2 orange buttons (omit if giving to a child under the age of 3)

stripey fabric – 3.5 x 6 inch (cut 2 for legs – to be sewn into a cylinder)

stripey fabric – 2.5 x 4 inch (cut 4 for arms – sew 2 together for each arm)

Embroidery floss – black, green. 

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Posted by Lisa

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Comments

  1. The Faerie Queen says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:27 am

    Oh so cute. I just have to make one of these. xxx

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  2. rachelmp says

    May 2, 2009 at 1:44 am

    Very cute! I have yellow ribbon in my b\pack and I am still working on how to use it. Yours is so effective!

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  3. Kylie says

    May 2, 2009 at 2:16 am

    He is too cute – or is she a she being pink?

    What a great way to use the ribbons and thanks for the instructions and measurements.

    Reply
  4. Katy says

    May 2, 2009 at 2:26 am

    Good Job…. that is so bright and happy 🙂 Clever Lady!

    Reply
  5. suzitee says

    May 2, 2009 at 2:37 am

    What a cute little toy! I bet she is very cuddly with that polar fleece body, and the stripey legs look great.Very imaginative xxx

    Reply
  6. Purple Paisley Patch says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:08 am

    Google is gorgeous! I love her little crooked smile. Thanks for the instructions, I think I’ll make a few of these as there are babies all around the place atm and this is a gorgeous baby gift – I’ll replace the button eyes with glued and sewn on felt eyes. Thanks for inspiration! 🙂

    Reply
  7. clare's craftroom says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:20 am

    Google is gorgeous !I have just signed up with Amitie so will have to wait for the next mailout .

    Reply
  8. Cindy says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:35 am

    Very, very cute!! Both the grandbabies are getting one!! Thank you for the instructions!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:58 am

    Google is CUTE! Love the different textures you used and such great colors. Definitely a toy to stimulate the senses.

    Reply
  10. Rumi says

    May 2, 2009 at 3:59 am

    Adorable and very clever!

    Reply
  11. Tinniegirl says

    May 2, 2009 at 4:19 am

    It’s so cute. The ribbons have been put to great use.

    Reply
  12. Jenni says

    May 2, 2009 at 4:37 am

    Too cute! I received my ribbons too and am still procrastinating…..

    Reply
  13. Aimee says

    May 2, 2009 at 4:40 am

    that is so cute! I love his little smirk.

    Reply
  14. Nikki says

    May 2, 2009 at 5:02 am

    Loving it! Simple, cute and clever.

    Isn’t it funny, the way babies are obsessed with the tags more than the toy….? Ribbon hair is a great idea.

    Reply
  15. crafty things says

    May 2, 2009 at 5:03 am

    Very cute! Love the bright colours.

    Reply
  16. texmorg says

    May 2, 2009 at 5:14 am

    He/She/It is just gorgeous so colourful. Were you allowed to use the ribbons any way or did it have to be a sewing project?
    Linda

    Reply
  17. Kristin says

    May 2, 2009 at 6:15 am

    SO CUTE! And incredibly creative – I need to make my own google!

    Reply
  18. karen says

    May 2, 2009 at 6:23 am

    Oh, my goodness! How clever, creative, and cute! Your site is such good fodder for the old, tired, imagination! I thank you!

    Reply
  19. holly says

    May 2, 2009 at 7:11 am

    This is so adorable. Great job.

    Reply
  20. The Quilt Buddy says

    May 2, 2009 at 7:15 am

    Thank you for sharing Google with us!

    Reply
  21. karen says

    May 2, 2009 at 7:25 am

    What’s a galah

    Reply
  22. Tonya says

    May 2, 2009 at 7:41 am

    THIS is adorable!!!! Ava, my 3 year old, is a taggy girl, she would just love this! Thanks so much for the instructions : D

    Reply
  23. My Black Cardigan says

    May 2, 2009 at 7:51 am

    Just gorgeous!

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  24. Calamity Jane's Cottage, Bonnie says

    May 2, 2009 at 9:44 am

    Lisa, I love this guy, google. Just had a grand baby and I need to make one.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Bonnie

    Reply
  25. Cassie says

    May 2, 2009 at 9:54 am

    Way to step up to the challenge. I love Google and his cute little expression. You go girl!

    Reply
  26. Amy says

    May 2, 2009 at 12:28 pm

    sooo cute! My nieces would love this! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  27. melissa s. says

    May 2, 2009 at 2:05 pm

    so clever and cute! what a fun project!

    Reply
  28. aussiequilter says

    May 2, 2009 at 5:00 pm

    these are so adorable and can’t wait to make some for my grandchildren.Thanks for sharing your pattern cheers Teri

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  29. Dancin' Puffin says

    May 3, 2009 at 11:58 am

    Google is so cute! X

    Reply
  30. Renee says

    May 2, 2009 at 9:12 pm

    Only you could make something so fantastic.

    Now you and I can laugh about the Renee Award. Don’t let anyone know that we are ‘yea right she is all that.’

    Love Renee xoxo

    Reply
  31. Lulabell says

    May 2, 2009 at 9:19 pm

    Oh google! I have red ribbons and have no idea what to do with them yet. You were so quick and credtive with yours, google is cute!

    Reply
  32. Kristy says

    May 2, 2009 at 10:29 pm

    oh way cute! ALmost cute enough to make me get organised and make one myself LOL

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  33. Rachel says

    May 3, 2009 at 2:20 pm

    Great idea for the challenge!

    Reply
  34. Stephanie says

    May 2, 2009 at 11:31 pm

    How cute!

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  35. Sandra @ Pepperberry and Co. says

    May 3, 2009 at 12:11 am

    Sooooo cute! I love that you just “whip” it up. You’re so clever!

    Reply
  36. natalie says

    May 3, 2009 at 1:44 am

    absolutely gorgeous, what a fantastic idea.thanks for the info

    Reply
  37. Julz says

    May 3, 2009 at 2:46 am

    “Google” is much too cute. Excellent project and instructions – thanks for sharing Lisa. Hugs Jx

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  38. Jenny says

    May 3, 2009 at 4:11 am

    Great and cute idea and very lovely for a baby or not so baby!

    Reply
  39. Tania says

    May 3, 2009 at 5:24 am

    Like I wasn’t already having CONNIPTIONS about what to do with my mail out! Way too funky is Google…

    Reply
  40. handmaiden says

    May 3, 2009 at 5:55 am

    fabulous, I have mine too but will take me some time to use

    Reply
  41. Anina says

    May 3, 2009 at 8:05 am

    Genius!

    Reply
  42. Thimbleanna says

    May 3, 2009 at 9:38 am

    SO cute! My DIL and I were just looking at tag toys in the shop yesterday as she had to go to a baby shower. They weren’t nearly as cute as this!!!

    Reply
  43. Knit Sew City Girl says

    May 3, 2009 at 10:07 am

    How cute!! I love the way you have used the ribbons to make Goole….very cleaver.

    Mary

    Reply
  44. upstateLisa says

    May 3, 2009 at 12:42 pm

    How wonderful!!!!

    Reply
  45. Helen Cox says

    May 3, 2009 at 2:12 pm

    I love Google, he? is so cute. And I think kids would love his bright colours. Very imaginative!

    Reply
  46. Carrie P. says

    May 3, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    Very cute, any baby would love it.

    Reply
  47. snippetgirl says

    May 3, 2009 at 4:09 pm

    Totally fun, precious and clever! I am a ribbon freak, so i love this.
    Happy creating and baking :)!
    Carrie the SnipPet Girl

    Reply
  48. Kellie says

    May 3, 2009 at 4:50 pm

    I am not much of an embellishment girl 🙁 … I don’t think that my idea which involves rolling them up and placing them neatly into my stash will win this challenge ;). Great idea guys!

    Reply
  49. Selina says

    May 3, 2009 at 5:41 pm

    Hi there, I have nominated you for a sisterhood award. This is shared around bloggers with interesting and inspiring blogs. Nominate 5 or so great people on your blog, using the sisterhood award logo(found on my blog) and then let them know!
    Its nice to be loved …

    Reply
  50. Shannon says

    May 3, 2009 at 6:56 pm

    This is the cheeriest toy – lucky child who finds it! You are so creative…

    Reply
  51. Catherine says

    May 3, 2009 at 7:48 pm

    Google is so cute….CAthy

    Reply
  52. Linda says

    May 4, 2009 at 4:09 am

    Google is gorgeous!!very very cute. I have no idea what I will do with my ribbon!!

    Reply
  53. QuiltedSimple says

    May 4, 2009 at 6:41 am

    How cute and perfect for a new baby (minus buttons). You make it sound so easy to put together!
    Kris

    Reply
  54. A World in a PAN says

    May 4, 2009 at 7:17 am

    It seems nothing is a challenge for you when it comes to be creative!

    Reply
  55. broderie says

    May 5, 2009 at 1:07 am

    oh it is very good!!!!! wish my hair would stand up like that somedays. well done again to you sugar girls!

    Reply
  56. Philigry says

    May 4, 2009 at 10:20 am

    this is so great! what a great, quick toy to make. i like the restraunt guide idea too.

    Reply
  57. corry says

    May 4, 2009 at 11:46 am

    So cute..and what a great way to use those ribbons!

    Reply
  58. em's scrapbag says

    May 4, 2009 at 7:42 pm

    Absolutely fabulous!!!! I love him. He is adorable.

    Reply
  59. Journeying Five says

    May 4, 2009 at 8:18 pm

    so very cute! love it!

    Reply
  60. Jacoline (Lien) says

    May 4, 2009 at 9:23 pm

    woh well done!!! It’s great

    Reply
  61. LizzieJane says

    May 4, 2009 at 10:18 pm

    I think Google is just perfect! What a fun challenge, I think I would have taken ages to figure out what to do with those six pieces of ribbon.
    x

    Reply
  62. Terri says

    May 4, 2009 at 10:36 pm

    how cute what a great idea

    Reply
  63. Alison Boon says

    May 4, 2009 at 11:00 pm

    just too cute for words

    Reply
  64. Jennifer and her Jelly Bean says

    May 5, 2009 at 12:10 am

    that is just wonderful!!

    Reply
  65. periwinkle says

    May 5, 2009 at 7:03 am

    very cute – great idea

    Reply
  66. Simone de Klerk says

    May 5, 2009 at 9:15 am

    I love your little google! So colorful and bright (O: And thank you for the pattern.

    Reply
  67. Lesley's Creations says

    May 5, 2009 at 2:37 pm

    How cute is he, and what a happy little fellow he looks. Love the colours so bright and refreshing. xx

    Reply
  68. Suzie says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:12 am

    That is such a cute little toy! The idea of ribbons as hair is a great one, it really looks cute!

    Reply
  69. Carrie @ Cottage Cozy says

    May 6, 2009 at 11:49 am

    What an adorable way to use those embellishments! Love it!

    Stay Cozy, Carrie

    Reply
  70. The HoneaBees says

    May 7, 2009 at 1:50 pm

    I just found you through Grace Violet who made your scrappy wallets! I LOVE them and this little Google guy too.
    I want to make a few of the scrappy wallets for my mom and myself of course, but can’t get to the pdf. Is there any other way you can post it? (or you can email me – sisterbug -at- bellsouth.net)
    THANK YOU!!!!

    Reply
  71. Christy says

    May 6, 2009 at 10:57 pm

    Google is the cutest thing!

    Reply
  72. Angel.Pearls says

    May 7, 2009 at 1:15 pm

    cUTE gOOGLE!//Eva

    Reply
  73. Handmade in Israel says

    May 10, 2009 at 12:06 pm

    Wow! I’ve missed quite a bit! You’ve been busy! Love little google! He’s a cutie.

    Reply
  74. Soo says

    May 11, 2009 at 8:54 pm

    it’s gorgeous! I love the funky ribbon hair!

    Reply
  75. SewAmy says

    May 13, 2009 at 7:48 pm

    how cute is he??? !!!!!

    Reply
  76. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply
  77. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply
  78. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply
  79. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply
  80. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply
  81. tania@jetbeads&craft says

    May 18, 2009 at 2:21 am

    that is so cool – great scrap project

    Reply

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