They say, "third time's the charm", and it certainly seems to be the case here. Meet my "official" wee bunny, Miss Bliss. The first two attempts didn't seem to be quite right, and I kept looking at the others over here and wondering why Petula and Chocolate Bunny (see below) were so different. So I double-checked to
make sure I was using the same pattern as everybody else. Indeed I was. But it turns out that, if I had put on my glasses and actually read the directions I might have discovered that I was one piece short! (Very possibly one short of a full deck too, if you know what I mean.) Oh dear is me, and my sincerest apologies to Hillary; I am thoroughly abashed over my blunder, as it was never my intention to alter your perfect design. So here she is...and oh my stars, what a difference that one little piece makes. Here is my wee bunny looking precious and plump wearing *GingerBliss* Amy Butler designer
fabric. The eyes are wooden flower beads stitched down with embroidery floss. They do look blissful don't they? Now I have to confess that this is all just slightly embarrassing. What a pitiful poor state I'm in now, so much so that I can't even bring myself to show you the bottom half of Chocolate Bunny, attempt #2. In fact it has been suggested (by certain children in the house) that she looks more like the Velveteen Rabbit. So let's just pretend that this was *intentional* and leave it at that. And, maybe not mention that there's no wee family resemblance here either, even though she is a distant relative.
Miss Bliss is very chic!I think Chocolate bunny has a charm all of her own!Velveteen Rabbit awhh!
Posted by: Kristy | March 23, 2006 at 11:46 PM
They both are wonderful, but I happen to just adore chocolate bunny with her pink polka dotted ears! Sooo cute!
Posted by: Cerri | March 23, 2006 at 11:49 PM
Miss Bliss is perfect! Those eyes, the embroidered flower, all so precious!
Posted by: sally | March 23, 2006 at 11:56 PM
Third time is just as charming, though i must admit I like the fattness or should I be polite and say roundness of her form!! I like my chocolate like that too!
Her eyes are sweet shaped!! Clever YOU!!
Posted by: Tongue in Cheek | March 24, 2006 at 12:15 AM
Nevermind, Vicki...you can make a mistake and it all still works! The newbies are sweet and I am thinking I need to make another for my 10yo granddaughter. I am enjoying the wee bunny gallery. Inspired to make more..
Posted by: Dawn | March 24, 2006 at 04:58 AM
You are indeed right, the third time IS the charm. Your bunny is so lovely. Seeing everyone's bunnies is so inspiring. I may have to make an attempt this weekend.
Posted by: beki | March 24, 2006 at 05:47 AM
Miss Bliss is very sweet, but I must confess that I absolutely ADORE the Chocolate Bunny! I am seriously coveting him. His face is sweet and I love the pink polka dots and the sweet blue ribbon & flowers around his neck. TOO CUTE!
Posted by: Heather | March 24, 2006 at 09:16 AM
oh my!! she is delightfully sweet!! woe is me...if only i could sew...
Posted by: Kristin | March 24, 2006 at 09:40 AM
Very nicely done, Vicki! I love the eyes! :)
Posted by: Leslie | March 24, 2006 at 10:41 AM
So darn cute!!! I *will* dust off the sewing machine this weekend. I will. I will. I will.
Posted by: Kim | March 24, 2006 at 11:04 AM
Oh the Bunny! Oh the buttons for the Bunny eyes. Love these!
Posted by: Liz | March 24, 2006 at 12:45 PM
I love chocolate bunny - his polka dot ears are divine. I'm so behind, I didn't even know about the wee bunnies...yours are just the inspiration I needed! Thanks!
Posted by: sam lamb | March 24, 2006 at 04:01 PM
I love chocolate bunny too! This is just one of those very happy mistakes. I, for one, am happy you missed that pattern piece the first few times!
Miss Bliss is, of course, very beautiful too... but there's something about Chocolate Bunny.... you must tell us what piece we should leave out ;0)
Posted by: lulu | March 24, 2006 at 09:20 PM
Miss Bliss is beautiful. She will add charm to any room.
Posted by: Michelle | March 25, 2006 at 01:25 AM
Oh! this one is gorgeous, but I love the others too!
Posted by: Gisela | March 25, 2006 at 08:31 AM
Very, very sweet bunnies! I especially love the embroidered flower on the belly.
Posted by: Kristin | March 25, 2006 at 02:23 PM
ahhh...adorable, chubby Ms. Bliss! That's a funny story V.!!
Posted by: Toni | March 26, 2006 at 04:53 PM
Miss Bliss is adorable! I saw Hillary's pattern and have been meaning to try it out too. I had a little skiing accident, but I'm getting better every day. I better get working!
Posted by: Stacey | March 30, 2006 at 11:35 PM
That is very funny, and it still turned out so cute. I'm sure Hillary would think it was hilarious and great!
I absolutely love all of your quilts! The flower pot quilt is amazing. After reading your posts, I realize that I have given away an unsigned quilt, so I need to make sure I sign them from now on, what a great inspiration. And you find such pretty ways to sign them too.
I'm really glad I discovered your blog, it is beautiful to look at and your work is gorgeous!
Elisabeth
Posted by: Elisabeth | September 02, 2006 at 05:22 AM