Ever wondered how to give your adorable crochet birds a real leg up on life? Today, we’re going beyond feathers and fluff to tackle a critical part of any crocheted aviary: the legs! I’m talking about crafting sturdy wire bird legs that will add both stability and personality to your handmade feathered friends.
On the 7th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… a crocheted swan that’s too fabulous for swimming! Okay, so she’s not technically one of the 7 swans-a-swimming (she’d ruin her yarn feathers), but this diva is the ultimate whimsical holiday showstopper. She’ll outshine your tinsel, charm your guests, and probably demand her own stocking.
With Christmas around the corner, I can practically hear the 12 days of Christmas rolling around in my head! Soon the sugar plums will be dancing around in there too :).
Whenever you do a craft for the first time, you sometimes have to flounder, learn from your mistakes and pivot to redeem the effort you put into the work. Such was the case with making these wire bird legs! Hopefully this experience will show you that you don’t always have to toss things and start again. Continue reading →