#tavingtoncrafts
After a couple of weeks of decision making, I can finally announce I am leaving my job of almost 11 years.
It’s been a long road, and a difficult decision to make, but I feel that it’s the right one, at the right time.
The print industry, if somewhat stable, does not have much room to progress and develop if you are an Operative or Technician.
I chose to move on to pursue a new career and begin to learn new things and make my job fulfilling and exciting again.
I start my first day as a Junior Graphic Designer on July 24th!
I both excited and nervous as I have a lot to learn, especially new software and computer skills. But I’m up for the challenge. Hopefully this will lead to bigger things for my future :)
This means that unfortunately, I won’t have as much time for Etsy work, orders or sewing as I cannot get to a Post Office as frequent anymore. I will try my best to bring it back into my spare time once I get settled into my new place and into a new routine.
I love sewing a lot and I don’t want to give it up any time soon!
Thank you for reading. I wish you all a fabulous day.
Custom fleece patches are now available in my Etsy shop!
Want a giant Charizard emblazoned on your hoodie? No problem! Want a Mario mushroom for your jeans? I’m on it!
Message me here or on Etsy for new, bespoke items for your clothes and accessories :)
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/tavingtoncrafts
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Currently doing some free motion applique work for on some patches for a baseball jacket I have. It’s been plain for far too long!
I’ve decided to make it video game themed and these are the first three characters I’ll have on there. (Just got to finish Knuckles!)
My jacket won’t be for sale, but I might do the patches on commission with a iron on adhesive backing.
Any suggestions for patches or characters appreciated! Comment below or send me a message :D
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For those wondering about the Red Special plush I was making last month, I’ve completed it today, with sound box too!
This was quite a challenge. I’m not sure if I’ll want to make any more guitar plush items in the future, but at least now I know I can do it :)
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My boyfriend asked me if I could appliqué the Pride & Glory eagle to make it into a patch for one of his denim jackets.
I was up for the challenge!
This one is approximately 34-35cm wingspan. Using polar fleece and various free motion quilting and satin stitching techniques. Very pleased with the end result :)
Around 3 hours work
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Mini Deku Shield Plush
**ONLY 4 REMAINING**
——I can no longer buy the fabric used for this product, so once they’re gone, they’re gone!—–
Please PM me for details!
Get ready, hero! Your adventure awaits!
These little miniature shields are perfect as a stocking filler, games room or as an accessory for a plush toy collection!
The front of these wondrous plushies have an embroidered symbol in red fleece and thread and soft fleece on the sides with a woodgrain pattern. Back is a plain beige fleece.
Tag on the side.
Approximately 6 inches tall
(The wooden patterning on the fleece used on these pillows makes for unique markings on each piece and will vary. I only have enough fabric remaining for these listings)
—((PLEASE NOTE: Link doll is NOT included in this listing. Display purposes only))—
Items are currently in stock and will be dispatched in 3-5 working days
For more Zelda items, please visit my Etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/tavingtoncrafts
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Progress on the Red Special plush!
I’ve just ordered a soundbox for it, so it will also have push-button sound!
I’m going to watch Brian May’s tutorial video for some fun licks to record and put in :)
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I actually started this project in August, then unfortunately I had a lot going on in my life at the time. This is my first big sewing project in almost 6 months. It felt like the right time to get back into doing the things I love again. I wanted to upcycle some old jeans I had lying around and decided I was going to customise an old pair of jeans and wear them again, so I made some gaming jeans with a giant flare. Kind of like the JNCO jeans of the early 2000’s. I simply bought a few shades of denim fabric, measured my panels and designed and printed through photoshop. These things are massive. Ideal with big soled boots like New Rocks. Hopefully I’ll be showing you all some more upcycled jeans very soon. Thanks for looking.
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Hi everyone!
Long time, no Tumblr!
It’s been a very busy few months for me as I’ve been preparing for Play Expo Manchester which is happening on 4-5th May. This is a selection of my stock with a few new items! including Breath of the Wild Stamina Vessel and Heart Container! I look forward to seeing you there this year if you’re attending :)
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So this weekend, my partner and I were watching the Disney short Presto.
He looks at the credits at the end and starts laughing to himself
“What are you laughing at?” I said.
“You know when you accidentally read something to yourself and say it wrong? I just read the word shading and thought it said SHA-DING!”
Well that was it. I basically annoyed him with it the whole weekend, turned it into his new catchphrase and made a cheeky little illustration to go with it. Luckily, he saw the funny side :D
Next time there’s a sweet deal or something looks awesome, the word SHA-DING will be utilised to its fullest.
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Wow, I really don’t post much here anymore, do I?
I recently got notification my account was compromised, so I’ve had to reset everything. Apologies for any posts that seemed out of place. That was not me.
Anyway, onto what I’ve been busy with lately. More sewing!
This was a special commission for a customer who met me at this year’s Play Expo in Manchester. They wanted a Sega Master System controller plush, and I was happy to oblige!
Made with anti-pil all fleece, black PVC, printable cotton and satin stitched applique.
15 inches long, filled with polyfibre stuffing and tavingtoncrafts tag on the side.
The Master System was my first games console. I actually picked up Sonic the Hedgehog at Play Expo and really had fun with it. Took me back to when I was 9!
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Getting ready for Play Expo in Manchester next weekend! Look out for my colourful table. Come over and say hi!
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