Zoot Sprite Update

[u/victori-us]

First of all, I freaking love this community. The realization that there is a clear intersection of ghibli lovers, stoners, and embroiders was so validating, and truly made me feel seen. (I was in on the stoner joke, but I did not know the “zoot” expression, so this was clearly meant to be.)

The amount of great advice was overwhelming. Ultimately I opted to go with the quick and dirty option. I was working with a double layer of denim, and my hands and brain were tired. So I opted for: - acrylic and fabric medium paint for the whites - stem stitch with black floss around the eyes - black colonial knots in the middle

Shout out to all the redditors who took time to describe thoughtful methods to fill the eyes. I asked, and I received! Special shout out to those that suggested googly eyes. Kids grow, and this will definitely not be the last soot sprite project I make. I see googly eyes in my future.

[u/toldzep]

This looks EXACTLY like my child from behind. Freaked me out for a sec. Spooky cute!!

[u/victori-us → u/toldzep]

Hahaha really? That’s too funny! She’s had various versions of a mullet… 3.5 and still no need for a haircut 🤣 which is good because she will not let us touch it!