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gbrame Aug 30, 2007

Hi everyone!

These little guys made their first appearance at TBAI!  Junkyard Sprites are somewhat shy, but very friendly once they get to know you.  Here's a bit of backround:

They are not found in the forests or meadows where other fairies usually live.  Instead, these rare creatures are found in junkyards and other similar places where they can blend into their surroundings.  This type of environment also provides them with materials from which they create their attire.  These resourceful sprites use many different found objects to fashion their wings, hats, and any other accoutrements they desire.  Afterwards, they give each other nicknames based on some aspect of their adornments.

This one's name is Foster Grant.  She's got a few friends too.  I'll try to follow with more photos.

~ginger

This is Cordy:

This is Buttermilk:

gbrame Aug 30, 2007

Here's a few more photos:

This is Florsheim.

This is Snips.

This is Nehi.

Hope you enjoy!

~ginger

MerBear Aug 30, 2007

lovely bears and such a cute concept!

Marion

Federbaerchen Aug 30, 2007

Oh what a lovely story and great pictures!
I love the little bears, very well done 

Shelli Retired Help Advisor, Banner SponsorAug 30, 2007

Ginger, these are terrific, and they make a great ensemble display I'm sure.  Wow!  You must be so jazzed about this new concept.  Wonderful!

All Bear Aug 30, 2007

What fun these bears are!  I love the imagination behind them ... great work!

SueAnn Help Advisor, Banner SponsorAug 30, 2007

:clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:         

ursidae Aug 30, 2007

Inventive and ingenious idea!!  What a wonderful line

samanthapotter Aug 30, 2007

I saw your little sprites at TBAI - they are just beautiful.  They are so cute, with a lot of detail on a little bear.  Love them!!!

Yvonne Aug 30, 2007

How inventive and magical....love the little story...they are all just wonderful Ginger!!!!  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

Hugs Yvonne 

Lisa Aug 30, 2007

Really, really cute!  Just love them!!!

Swan Valley Bears Aug 30, 2007

Oh my gosh, cute cute cute and so clever.  I love the first one with the sunglasses for wings.     

Marlys Aug 30, 2007

These little guys are wonderful. Love their story and love their attire.

kathytaylor Aug 30, 2007

What a terrific Idea, So new and Fresh!! Excellent work!!

nandesign Aug 31, 2007

What a cool idea Ginger...they are really terrific...I love the unique creativity. Well done!

Hugs, Nancy

teeeej Aug 31, 2007

Omg these are adorable! You are so clever. :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

gbrame Aug 31, 2007

I appreciate all of your comments very much.  The idea for them seemed like a gift!  These are fun little guys to make and have started some very interesting conversations.   It seems like after looking at them awhile, many people tend to choose a favorite.  It was the first question I asked my family (sisters and my mom included!) after I had all the sprites ready and gathered in one place.  My daughter's favorite was Cordy, so naturally he found a new home while at TBAI! 

Now I find myself perusing the most 'interesting' places for supplies as you might imagine . . .

The places these bears will take us!

Thanks so much for looking and giving your input!

~ginger

bearlykidzbears Aug 31, 2007

Ginger these bears are so very cute I just love the idea  you had for them finding stuff to put on them must be great fun. How tall are they?     :clap:  :clap:
Denise

gbrame Aug 31, 2007

Hi Denise,

I guess I could have given how tall they are!!

Thanks for asking!  These little guys measure in at just under 6 inches tall.  Just a little handful and they are on the weighty side, too.  Wouldn't want the wind to carry them away . . .

~ginger

Jennskains Sep 7, 2007

This is very cute idea.  Bravo