Little Bert was created as an experiment. I wasn't sure I could make those legs. I certainly suffered the side effects of stabbing wool so closely to the armature. I had many injuries and there was a lot of stabbing required to get these results.
 
Bert has a polymer clay beak and black beads for eyes. The rest of him is all wool. Made on a Romney core with Shetland and Alpaca feathers and crossbreed legs and toenails. He is capable of minimal posing and stands unaided.
 
He is such a character and a pleasure to hold. His best place would be in a glass cabinet safe from moths, children and pets. 
 
Size 20 x 15 x 8 cm.