In some stumbling through flickr groups recently I came upon the fantastic work of lupin. She makes these fabulous brooches which are all hand-cut and hand-stitched felt. (I hope I’m not making a terrible presumption in assuming lupin is a she, but no where in any of the flickr/blog/esty profiles did it say…)

Woodland Squirrels

My friend Bob loves squirrels… if only there was a “masculine” answer to the brooch I’d be all set for next xmas.

Cherry Blossom BroochI think what grabs me the most about her designs are all the little details like the beads in this cherry blossom, or the inset stitiching on the squirrel’s leg. So great! Lupin’s work seems to be mostly inspired by nature, if only nature were insanely cute!  Flowers, leaves, acorns, bugs and little woodland creatures are just the beginning, she’s also got a real thing for tea and cakes. Must be a UK thing… Check out lupin’s etsy shop for more.