When life gives you a teething puppy, make one of these!
While we love Sadi Bear very much, our sweet Akita – Mastiff mix is much taller than our Chihuahuas! She keeps surprising me with just how high she can reach!
My dried gourds have become a favorite target for her. She doesn’t completely destroy them, but usually chews off the handles. This gourd made me think of a Box Turtle, so it became one! 😉
The funny scrap cut to make the turtle looks kind of like a leaf to me.
In cartoons when a mouse or other small creature paddles downstream after a rainstorm, they are usually in a little boat made from a leaf.
Using green leather dye, my little scrap changed colors.
It now sits on my dresser and holds my rings and a tiny glass red bird.
I love how each gourd picks up color differently. The freckles and flaws are beautiful! If you like this gourd project, take a peak at my CRAFTS Page. I’ve done quite a few!
Do you have a teething puppy at your house? Any tips on survival?
😉 -Marci
