Wee, Wee, Wee!

I love this pattern! Can I just say that first?

Perhaps it's because my own little Charlotte has loved piggy toys since she was a toddler, or maybe it's the doll's bulbous pot belly and apple-bum. Or that dart under her snout that looks just like a smile -- gah!

All of the above.

I designed the original doll for my daughter in conjunction with a cover-story for Mary Engelbreit's Home Companion magazine. (Read more about the article here.) I hadn't planned on producing a sewing pattern for the design, but the response to this little piggy has been remarkable.

So, here it is!  The Claira & Clancy Pig Dolls pattern comes back from the printer today and will be shipped out to distributors and shops this week.

Clothing for a boy piggy is included in the pattern as well.  (Our boys need fun, hand-made toys just as much as our girls do.)  I love his little-old-man shirt & worker-man pants.  And, can I add that I'm super proud of the fit on that shirt?  He has such a funny little body.

Claira and Clancy are the first of four new sewing patterns I'm introducing.  Four - New - Patterns! 

I'm excited to share my other new designs this week as well.  If you must sneak a peek, you can see all four patterns here, including new pincushions, a fabulous bag, totes that fold into wallets, and more.

So, big news today!  Ask your local quilt shop for these new HB patterns -- they may not know yet that the new patterns are ready to ship.

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Beyond the hubbubery of pattern-development, I'm also working on my first several housewares collections, including aprons, dishtowels, place mats, napkins, tablecloths, etc. -- all finished goods, not patterns.  At the studio, we're putting together more pincushion kits too.  And there's new stationery to share!

There's just a lot going on.

So, here's what I'm thinking -- but it makes me a little nervous.  I'm debating doing my own personal version of NaBloPoMo in May. (I'm yet to be free enough in November to participate in the group-NaBloPoMo event.)  Every Day for the Month of May could be too much, so how about Lotsa Days in the Month of May?  What could I call it, LottaDayMoMay?  We have so much catching up to do, you and I : )  Once I get these new collections into production, I just may be able to pull it off.  Anyone ever done this?

Comments

[Stephanie Phillips]

They are so lovely Heather!!! I know my little one is going to want both and then there will be hours of "this little piggy went to market". Hope all is happy and sunny in your little slice of the world :)

[Jodie - Gingham Daisy]

Love the pigs and love the Noplobolo or whatever it's called. Had no idea what you were talking about but now I do and I love the idea. Think the everyday is pretty ambitious but maybe you could post a different picture every day and just write when you have a moment spare. That way if you're really organised you just have to find yourself 31 great pics. Am sure you'll have those in your stash.
When do we get to see the new premises? Maybe you could do a day by day gradual reveal. Get that hubby of your clicking away. Hurry along May!

[MaggieB]

Hello Heather!

Your book, site, and pigs are all wonderful! It is obvious you LOVE what you do, and whom you do it for!

[Ravenhill]

Just giggling with glee over these amazingly cute piggies! They are marvelous. You have outdone yourself. I adore your flair for color and your fabulous sense of humor!
~emily xoxo

[Randi]

Those are the cutest little pigs ever.

[Debra]

Very cute little piggys. All I could think of was a market bag - "This little piggy goes to market!"

[Beverly Atkins]

I love the pigs. They are precious and look like so much fun to make!!!! Can't wait to see what you do in May!!

[Chris]

These are the cutest little stuffed animals I've ever seen. My grandkids are too old for these, but I'm thinking I'm not! Keep up the good work!

[fiberdoodles]

Too cute! Just love the little piggies :0)

[American Quilter's Society]

So, we're not sure how these can be any cuter. You have a fabulous blog with amazing pictures, thank you for sharing! Keep up the beautiful work!

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[Silvia]

Ooohh!! these piggies are adorable!!! so cute!!

[Jessica]

OMG Heather those piggies are so cute !! If you would make Elephant dolls I would be the happiest person in the world.

[Katie]

Oh! Those are the cutest things I've ever seen....

[brenda sewell]

They are so adorable! I wish I had your talent, it really makes me envious.

[Sav O'Gwynn]

Super cute;)

[Jodie Healy]

Hi Heather
your piglets are adorable. I'm not sure if I could ever sew anything so intricate but they are seriously beautiful! I have only just stumbled onto your blog from reading Tara Frey's Blogging for Bliss. I have just started my own little blog, you'd be welcome to stop by.
homespunblissblog.blogspot.com cheers

[Dolly]

Wow, you are certainly a very busy lady. Love your blog and your fabrics and patterns are stunning. I for one am feeling inspired to get started on some craft projects. I used to do bits and pieces but have shamefully not undertaken any craft project since my boys were born and the youngest is 2! There is really no excuse I just need to get started. I am keen to make some of the soft toys and I especially like the piggies, I am sure the boys would have fun dressing those.

[rocks and minerals]

Awesome colours!

[Tara]

I know this blog entry is a bit old but I ordered this pattern quite some time ago and am just now getting around to doing it. Can this be sewn by hand or is it recommended that I use a sewing machine?