Howie has gone to live in Ireland with a big boy called Ryan. Happy Birthday Ryan !
Which is perfect for Howie because he likes the sea
and all things sea-ish.
Here he is gazing out to sea with his friend Gully
Lovely backdrop provided by Marion's wonderful book, (see more of her stuff here ) .
You're things are so cute. I always look forward to your next post"
DeeLight
Posted by: DeeLight | February 21, 2007 at 04:34 PM
What a wonderful present! He is so adorable. I love his little sweater and hat.
Posted by: melissa | February 21, 2007 at 04:48 PM
What a cutie-patootie! You're creations are always so sweet.
Posted by: Jamie | February 21, 2007 at 04:58 PM
Ryan is a lucky boy!!! I love the shape of the hat he's wearing.
Posted by: Gina | February 21, 2007 at 05:03 PM
The cutest sailor I have ever seen! You are very talented.
Posted by: sade | February 21, 2007 at 06:57 PM
I am always looking forward to a new post,this one made my day!He is lovely!
Bye Desirée
Posted by: Desirée | February 21, 2007 at 07:48 PM
Oh good lord, he's gorgeous.
I have to go and lie down at once - cute overload here.
Posted by: Alison | February 21, 2007 at 07:52 PM
Definitely adorable! And he certainly looks like he should be down at the pier, waiting for the fishing boats to come in :-) I also love the way you have embroidered his mouth so it looks like he has tiny teeth!
Posted by: Jhoanna | February 21, 2007 at 09:26 PM
i think he's my favorite!
love the salty-dog look
so incredibly much.
what a wonderful creation.
and that little applique on
the sweater is sucha sweet
touch too.
Posted by: kristin | February 21, 2007 at 10:04 PM
he is just so hunky - love the sweater and cap.
Posted by: samantha | February 21, 2007 at 10:27 PM
He looks like a kind old salty seadog although the close up of his smile makes me think he might have a few bawdy tales to tell.
Posted by: littlejennywren | February 21, 2007 at 11:59 PM
I am in love with that hat!!
Posted by: Amy | February 22, 2007 at 12:07 AM
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous... i love the way you have used two types of mohair. Scrumptious.
Posted by: Nicky Fraser | February 22, 2007 at 12:14 AM
so cute!
Posted by: amandajean | February 22, 2007 at 01:31 AM
Aw! Lucky Ryan! Howie looks like a very dapper young chap. Ready for the sea!
Posted by: amanda | February 22, 2007 at 01:43 AM
What a lucky little Irish person. A great place for a sea-loving creature for sure!!
Posted by: Vanessa | February 22, 2007 at 04:39 AM
Gorgeous! I love his little hat!
Posted by: Emma | February 22, 2007 at 07:17 AM
Lovely Boy ;)
Posted by: Christelle | February 22, 2007 at 08:22 AM
super cute. i think i saw howie selling codfishes off a boat in the harbour... does he have an anchor tattoo?
;-)
Posted by: cara | February 22, 2007 at 11:58 AM
super cute. i think i saw howie selling codfishes off a boat in the harbour... does he have an anchor tattoo?
;-)
Posted by: cara | February 22, 2007 at 11:59 AM
super cute. i think i saw howie selling codfishes off a boat in the harbour... does he have an anchor tattoo?
;-)
Posted by: cara | February 22, 2007 at 12:01 PM
He's great! I love the muted colors. Perfect for a little boy.
Posted by: Aja | February 22, 2007 at 03:53 PM
Hello!
I saw this little bear and i'm in love! Congratulations! :)
Kisses Ana Lopes from Portugal
Posted by: Ana Lopes | February 22, 2007 at 06:17 PM
oh so beautiful your Howie! happy birthday Ryan (lucky boy!)
thank you for the links! (i just think, it was difficult to Molly, to put stickers on the book, no? because it' in french!!) :)
kissssss
marion
Posted by: marion | February 22, 2007 at 08:29 PM
You make the most wonderful bears, and I dont really believe that you can actually give them away. I think I would have to keep them for myself if I made such wonderful creations.
Posted by: Sue | February 22, 2007 at 09:28 PM
howie is so cute! that hat is killing me.
Posted by: Veronica TM | February 22, 2007 at 10:54 PM
Okay. Ryan just called me. He doesn't want Howie...he wants ME to have Howie instead...:)
Posted by: Fran | February 23, 2007 at 02:01 AM
That is completely precious. How do you say goodbye to these things?
Posted by: Kristin | February 23, 2007 at 04:05 AM
I love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Mª Engracia | February 23, 2007 at 10:34 AM
i don't suppose howie has a land loving yorkshire cousin that likes city life and fancies a move to leeds? xx
Posted by: hazeljoy | February 23, 2007 at 11:20 AM
Howie and Ryan are sure to be very happy together.
Posted by: carolyn | February 23, 2007 at 02:29 PM
What a cutie!! I am shure he will have a great time :) Have a nice weekend :)
Posted by: Aina | February 23, 2007 at 03:06 PM
He's just great - Love his little smile and fisherman's togs - so much character - what a lucky boy Ryan is!
Posted by: julie | February 23, 2007 at 09:09 PM
Howie is adorable! Marion is a fantastic artist and a wonderful person -- her lovely original drawings hang by my bedside table, and are one of my most prized possessions!
Posted by: Amy | February 24, 2007 at 09:31 AM
omgoodness, his toothy grin is darling, just perfect!
Posted by: debra | February 24, 2007 at 01:31 PM
He's adorable! I love his sweater and little hat. The little boy will be very lucky indeed to get such a cute bear :o)
Posted by: Allie from Minneapolis | February 24, 2007 at 06:35 PM
OMG, I have to have that baby panda! Please tell me I'm suddenly your best friend & it's coming to me (LOL, just kiddin').
My mom started a granny square afghan in 1977. It remains a work in progress. ;)
Posted by: jemima bean | February 25, 2007 at 04:37 AM
Oh, so cute.
Love from Stina
Posted by: Stina | February 25, 2007 at 04:01 PM
Cuteness! I love the little patch on the front of his sweater! If he curses like a sailor, he hides it well! ;)
Posted by: Passions & Distractions | February 26, 2007 at 08:54 PM
howie is going to love Ireland being an Irish girl im Not that bias or anything
carol
Posted by: carol | February 26, 2007 at 11:43 PM
Howie is a lucky boy! I love Ireland and cant wait to get back!
Posted by: Rosie | February 27, 2007 at 11:57 PM
I fall in love with this one :)
Posted by: C&C | November 23, 2007 at 08:07 PM