Took a while to finally get the varnish on this one. Lots of paint not to mention the beading. In the past I just ran a beaded strip over the top and down the sides of the papoose but this time I decided to try and bead the whole thing. Turned out pretty well I think. If you've ever seen the real cradleboards you will marvel as I do the care and artistry that goes into making one. You can just look and see just how much the Native Americans treasured their children. -
I was worried that the highly patterned blanket, the beaded moccasins, pants, cradleboard and all the other decorations might be too much but after looking at it a while and seeing the reactions and reading the comments I guess it wasn't. I really love doing Native Americans.
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Willie Lone Eagle was still hanging around the shop when I finished this one and placing them together really makes a nice group. Hopefully, whoever takes them home will take them all together. Would hate to see the family break up!
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As always, comments are appreciated.
Mrs. Bird and Beave look great. By the way, are you ever going to finish the horse?
ReplyDeleteLynn-this is an super carving,i am duly impressed with the way you completed the total carving as well as all your others.
ReplyDeletesome of your techniques have been very usefull for some of my carvings.
Frank
I enjoy this project. I really like the colors. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteLynn, your carving is great as usually and the painting is unbelievable, wonderfully job!
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Hi Lynn...this is another good tutorial, I have started one but easy to get sidetracked...like 'puter acting up! lol..I am trying to "outugly both mama and the baby!" ;) and won't be hard for me! ha ha
ReplyDeleteThe Dayton Ohio show is just around the corner. Do you plan on returning this year Lynn? It's the only woodcarving show we go to and I am so looking forward to it. This is another wonderful project. Great inspiration. Seeing work like this keeps a person shooting for his best....Myron Compton
ReplyDeleteMyron.....I've already paid my booth fee so we planning on making the trip. Look forward to seeing you again.
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