Now that I've finally finished my beaded motorcycle, it's time to show you the commission I completed last week. (Thanks to Woof Report!)
Above is a photo of Kian, an Australian Labradoodle from Hawaii. (Isn't he the cutest dog you have ever seen?:) I was unfamiliar with this dog breed, so I did a little research. I learned that Labradoodles are a crossbred mix of a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle! Here is the custom beaded dog pin I created for Kian's owner:
Beaded Australian Labradoodle pin/pendant.
Bead embroidery on felt. 1.5" x 1.5" (3.5cm x 3.5cm)
Bead embroidery on felt. 1.5" x 1.5" (3.5cm x 3.5cm)
Kian's hair is a beautiful apricot colour, but I didn't want him to look too orange, so I used a mixture of light topaz and silver-lined apricot seed beads, as well as browns, black, and pink. I created this unique 'curly' texture by mixing size 15 & size 11 seed beads. Kian's ears are also tiny fringes that actually move!
This pin is also a pendant which can be worn on a necklace. I am really proud of how it turned out. (I hope Kian's owner likes it, too!) Hmmm... I wonder what kind of dog I'll bead next! :D
26 comments:
What a cute pin and ADORABLE model. He's precious! :)
Oh wow super cute!
wow that is a lot of work and so lovely...
wow. is there anything u cant mimic using those beads?
Nice one LB. You've captured him beautifully!
Thanks everyone! :D
Your work is awesome. Great blog. Found you on twitter.
Oh, my god--how cute! (Your pin, included!)
What a cute pooch! The pin is also adorable and a great job! The labradoodle is supposed to be a better choice for people with allergies.
The dog is cute but WOW I love the motorcycle! That's amazing..
Wow your work is amazing! You pinned (no pun intended lol) that dog straight on! :D
Any chance you could do a Harley? :D
MMM Harley :D
cute dog you really do make some fab beaded stuff, :) Juliet
This is wonderful and I like how close to the subject the pin/chain focal piece is! Good work!
Great job!! This is so cute!
Wowzers! I love this pin. It's so cute! Great job.
Absolutely fabulous. I love to look at the work you do and wonder how the heck you do it. Love it!
Arent you talented? Happy WW:)
Thanks for the comments! Sure, I could make a beaded Harley. Would love to do a bike inspired by an Orange County Chopper, too!
Incredible!!! I've never seen bead work as complicated and intricate as this before. It's exqusite!!! I can imagine the hours of concentration and the delight and contentment that it's finished.
The dog is adorable!!
Oh yes, that is a cute one. Both original and beaded! You did a great job!
What a marvelous job, again! Girl!
You must be the Best Beader in the world!
I just know if you could
(or if they asked you, you would)
Sew a beaded BARK neath his curls!
Nice! I have question: When is The Loan Beader going to bead a silver bullet and does she leave one behind after saving the day to let people know that it was her.
Oh my - he's adorable, as is your beaded version!
Congrats on finishing motorcycle too.
I have never heard of a Labradoodle...just the name makes me laugh! It is a darling dog and you captured him perfectly on this pin/pendant!!! I know Kian's owner is going to *LOVE* it! You do these pins so well...I adore them ALL!!!
That is great that you got a commission from the Woof Report...Sweet!!! ;-)
I am Kian's owner. The pin is gorgeous and so well made. The color is perfect and looks just like Kian. I could not be happier with my little beaded doggie pin. I've been wearing it every day to work and everyone notices it! Thank you!
Corky! You are funny! Coincidentally, one of my co-workers has been jokingly asking me to make a beaded silver bullet for the past year or so! LOL
And, thanks for the comment, Sue!! I am so happy you like your pin!! Thank you for your business! :D
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