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 Posted with Blogsy