Thursday 6 September 2012

Japanese Kokeshi Crochet

Am trying to get back to normal. Whatever that is.

Child number one has returned to school and routines are being re-established.

My crochet cushion is coming on a-nicely, too.

But I love the little projects in-between; you know, the small, quick-fixes. The 'only-takes-an-hour-ish' instant fix.

And so, as many of you know, I love the little Korknisse or Norwegian cork-gnomes.

Traditionally these little fellas sport pointed hats. Other versions are adorned with witches hats, or dressed as knights or blacked out as ninjas.

And so my deviations lead me here:

A Japanese Kokeshi cork creation (adapted from Lucy Ravenscar's knight pattern). [Kokeshi are wooden Japanese dolls. Their history is a little ambiguous, but they were essentially sold to tourists as souvenirs.]

Here's my original doll. Found in a charity shop if I remember correctly:

And so followed this:

 

And this:

 

The best bit was decorating them. Such fun!!


 

Right, back to the cushion for me.

Have a great weekend!

Xx

 

19 comments:

  1. Oh My Gosh! These really are too adorable!

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  2. They are so adorable!!!!! You must be having so much fun.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  3. Hi !...this is so cute,love the green one.Cute :0)

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  4. Love them.....great addition to the others!

    Bish-bash-bosh crochet is the best, I undertake a fair bit of it much to my hubby's amusement.

    Routine is a funny thing, it's lovely to escape from it, but after a while I feel the need to get back to it....two big boys are back, littlest starts back on Monday and then watch the weeks fly by!

    Have a great weekend me dear!

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  5. Would you consider a pattern for your kokeshi dolls, I would love to make one for my daughter. I am trying your monkey/cat/rabbit but am struggling a bit as it is the first time I have done anything like this (can only do a little at time as my it hurts my fingers) and these little dolls look nice and simple for a beginner (to amigurumi) like me.
    Thank you so much.
    Susan x

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  6. These are truly amazing!!! I love Japanese dolls.
    Moving on my birthday (gah!!!) but after that, let's hook up (see what I did there) and catch up. It's been way too long.
    Can't believe I haven't seen you for flipping ages.
    Lots of love.
    x x x x

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  7. They are great! I do love kokeshis :-) Hope the giveaway prize arrived with you safely. Laura (strawberrymousecrafts)

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  8. Sarah these are fantastic!! So lovely, they make me smile :) love 'em!!

    Jo x x x

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  9. Absolutely adorable. Gorgeous. Clever you. Haven't made any Korknisse for ages. You may have just inspired me again. Xx

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  10. What girl doesn't love to play with dolls? This looks like fun, making each one different. A very satisfying mini project indeed!

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  11. Sweet!! Well you know I like kokeshi dolls, I have a corner with my collection all looking lovely :-)

    Love your korknisse one, they are adorable and a great excuse to drink wine too, win win!

    Have a fab weekend.
    Lori xxx

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  12. So cute, I love your little dols :)

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  13. Wow! They are great!!!!

    I'm also your newest follower!

    Love
    Tania

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  14. These are so cute...the little embroidered details you've added make them extra special too! Bravo!!

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  15. Just a quick congrats on being featured over at Tangled Happy! Your work is always so inspirational!!!! Hugs, Annette

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  16. Jeez you're a clever thing aren't you! These are just soooo utterly adorable. Have a fab week hon. See you again soon.
    Leah
    xx

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  17. Quick makes are the best and these are super cute... LOVE them!! :-)

    Louise xx

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Sarah Xx