Children's literature has always been a part of my life. I remember my mother's voice at bed time reading our stories. To this day I hear Captain Kangaroo's voice in my head when I read Are You My Mother, Caps for Sale, or Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel. One year for Halloween I even dressed as Pippi Longstocking. We put wire in my braids to make them stick out.
Years ago, while earning an Engineering degree at Virginia Tech, (yeah, what was I thinking?), I also took some child development classes and the ever popular "Kiddy Lit" class. I enjoyed that class even though my sister had to give my oral report because my mouth was wired closed at the time. I still believe that she sabotaged me as she got an A and I received a B!Becoming a mother brought it full circle for me. I started reading aloud and sharing old favorites with my own children. When D was in first grade we read Charlotte's Web and made this little sewing project together. I love that little Wilbur he cut from felt. There is also the spider web that is connected to nothing.
I have made a few quilts and needlework projects inspired by children's literature.Magic at Midnight inspired by CinderellaMushroom Fairy Quilt from the Flower FairiesBlueberry Apron from Blueberries for SalIn honor of my birthday today, I have started a flickr group for needlwork inspired by Children's Literature Please add photos of your own handiwork inspired by children's stories; I'd love to see it.
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