Rewards

Making things for others is its own reward. When the recipients are thrilled with what you make, more reward comes your way. But when they love it to death and don't want to be parted with it, that's the best sort of reward.

You may recall the amigurumi zebra.  I'm pleased to report that she was instantly loved by my niece and has been going everywhere with her.  She was even christened with a dramatic name...Giselle Zebretta.  Perfect!  Included in the package was a zebra fleece throw with Sis Boom binding.  Also well received.

My nephew was terribly excited about his blue camouflage fleece.  It has replaced his comforter and been designated an "anti-bed bug" blanket.  The amigurumi I made for him was a blue snake.

I found this easy pattern and made it to match his throw.  I had my suspicions about the end use of this snake.  It turns out my intuitions were correct.  The snake is now his Indiana Jones whip.

Though they live several states away, they are still under the influence of their silly Aunt Melissa.  I hope they never lose their playful spirits and imaginative minds.