Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Bella Growth Chart




This is a growth chart my mom comissioned me to do for a co-worker who is expecting. It is based on this bedding set, which has been discontinued, so it's nearly impossible to find any of the accessory items. This is my favorite kind of challenge: to match an existing bedding set as closely as possible. I decided to focus on the somewhat intricate fabric patterns in the set, and keep the elephants simple. The mom-to-be hasn't finalized the baby's name yet, so I attached the large elephant with tape. That way it's there for the initial presentation and can then be removed off after the gift is opened, and I will personalize it once the baby is born. It can then be glued back on permanently with wood glue.