As soon as I caught a glimpse of this ragamuffin little arctic fox snatching eggs from the nests of arctic geese in the tundra of the far north on BBC Planet Earth I knew I just had to recreate him.
I took him outside so that it would feel more like home but he got the shivers. So back inside we went and I knit him a little alpaca silk hooded sweater to keep him warm.
The pocket was his idea and just the perfect size to carry his treasures and eggs of course.
During a very brief nesting season on the arctic tundra he collects his eggs but he only eats a few and stashes the rest in secret hiding spots for later in the season when food will be scarce. With this little fellow around the house I am thinking I had better be careful where I sit down.
The really neat thing about this fox is that his arms are posable as is his long bushy tail and with the sea stone in his base he never falls over. He has stood the 3 curious cats test.
Okay I debated whether or not to post this last picture but I just had to because it really makes me laugh. I had no idea of the impact this photo would have on me until I viewed it on the computer. Then again maybe it is just me and all of you will be wondering just what it is that I find so funny.
Oh, Margie, your artic fox is so beautiful ! Especially with his sweater ... Such a good surprise opening my computer !
Posted by: nanou | January 21, 2009 at 02:07 AM
I love him very much, so short
dark and Handsome. LOL!!!
He makes me think of a fox in
the story of the sky is falling
that I read to my son.
I do get the last pic since I am
potty training here. hehehehe!
Tooo funny. Ah boys will be boys.
This guy seams like he has
trouble written all over him,
you better keep an eye on all
of your eggs!
Rane
~~~~~~~~~~~~*~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Posted by: Rane | January 21, 2009 at 02:14 AM
Ooh, he's GORGEOUS!
So animated and twinkle-eyed - he looks like he's up to something that fox! I'd be careful around the house - he's looking for hi-jinks to get up to.
And I laughed too.
Posted by: Laura | January 21, 2009 at 03:52 AM
Truly gorgeous - and he displays great good humour in his disposition...
Posted by: mary | January 21, 2009 at 05:18 AM
Margie,
What a cute fox!
And by the way, you had the only correct guess for the maple syrup tap. If you'll send me your address, I'll mail you your bottle of syrup when it's ready. Congratulations!
Posted by: Kathleen | January 21, 2009 at 07:43 AM
so clever!
Posted by: saganaga | January 21, 2009 at 09:07 AM
I love him! I laughed out loud when I saw him in his sweater- so cute! The last pic is hilarious- lots of personality.
Posted by: Holly | January 21, 2009 at 09:23 AM
i love him! i love the way his head tilts just so.. he looks very devious ;)
Posted by: rebekah | January 21, 2009 at 09:34 AM
What a cutie pututie! I adore his sweater. I see the making of a children's book here.
Posted by: susie | January 21, 2009 at 10:33 AM
It's the hoodie that does me in. Genius :-)
Posted by: emma | January 21, 2009 at 11:37 AM
He's wonderful! I love his little sweater. I'm going to have to keep my daughter away from my computer or I can predict what my next sewing request will be.
Posted by: Donna | January 21, 2009 at 12:24 PM
SO cute! He does have quite a personality.
Posted by: Jennifer | January 21, 2009 at 12:45 PM
beautiful work - especially the face.
Posted by: emilykristin | January 21, 2009 at 12:57 PM
I think that he is one of my favourites!
Posted by: Dale Smith | January 21, 2009 at 02:25 PM
I think that he is one of my favourites!
Posted by: Dale Smith | January 21, 2009 at 02:26 PM
I think that he is one of my favourites!
Posted by: Dale Smith | January 21, 2009 at 02:26 PM
I think that he is one of my favourites!
Posted by: Dale Smith | January 21, 2009 at 02:26 PM
He is INCREDIBLE and the last picture cracked me up!
Posted by: Rachel | January 21, 2009 at 02:31 PM
That little sweater is SO cool! Love it!
Posted by: Pascale | January 21, 2009 at 02:47 PM
Adorable! I love his sly little face and the last photo is a hoot! Cheers.
Posted by: Jeannie | January 21, 2009 at 03:20 PM
That last picture is great! It's not just you, I laughed out loud when I saw it.
Posted by: Laura | January 21, 2009 at 05:01 PM
love the pocket detail. i bet he cant wait to use it for more than just eggs.
Posted by: joni s. | January 21, 2009 at 07:31 PM
I started laughing from the 6th photo of Oliver!!!
:)
CUTE CUTE CUTE <3
Posted by: Alkistis | January 21, 2009 at 07:44 PM
UUMMM putting an already cute little guy in an even cuter hoodie? CRUEL! It's too cute!
Posted by: jenny | January 21, 2009 at 08:52 PM
He's a marsupial fox in that lovely sweater!
Posted by: Hallie | January 21, 2009 at 10:33 PM
I didn't have a chance to get my Resurrection Fern fix early in the morning as I usually do, so it's with great anticipation that I sat down to savor your Artful Dodger post. My daughter will be thrilled when I show her this tomorrow, since Oliver Twist is her favorite book and her current obsession. And I am just amazed at how much personality you sewed into him--I can see that he was talking to you as he was being created, and guiding your hands. He's a sly one indeed! I agree that he should become a children's story!
Posted by: Patricia | January 21, 2009 at 10:49 PM
What an adorable Arctic fox!! I love how much emotion he exudes, along with cleverness :) He looks like he wants to steal some of your fabulous and whimsical crocheted rocks!
Posted by: Grace@PoeticHome | January 21, 2009 at 11:00 PM
he is great! you are very talented.
Posted by: melissab. | January 21, 2009 at 11:10 PM
I saw him in all his glory last night on flickr, I couldn't wait to return to read all about your process and his birth. Love him even more, now! Including that last photo...whohoo! Quite the fox! My entire family came to sit around the screen and look at your marvelous work tonight.You inspire and intrigue all ages, I love that!
Posted by: mayaluna | January 22, 2009 at 01:37 AM
You always amaze me. :) Your fox is adorable and his sweater just kills me with it's cuteness.
Posted by: futuregirl | January 22, 2009 at 08:20 PM
I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE him margie!!! With all my heart! For some reason he reminds me of Diego, specially the last picture. Sometimes Diego does something "bad" but I cannot get mad at him, never, ever because he is just sooo adorable!!!
What a personality!!!!
Love !
Elsi :)
Posted by: Elsa Mora | January 22, 2009 at 08:32 PM
Sorry I'm a few days late with this, but had to comment still...
Yes, I am lol over that photo! And I just love this creature. I mean, I *love* him sooooo much! So creative and full of personality.
Posted by: Laura | January 23, 2009 at 06:46 PM
I'm always so delighted with your creativity when I visit your blog. You're so talented. I love the artic fox! He's a scamp.
Posted by: Julie Abuelsamid | January 25, 2009 at 07:30 PM
I'm always so delighted with your creativity when I visit your blog. You're so talented. I love the artic fox! He's a scamp.
Posted by: Julie Abuelsamid | January 25, 2009 at 07:32 PM
Hey! this is pretty good stuff. what a cool and very funny fox. I really enjoyed reading it. hope to create that in my own.
-altheya-
Posted by: wholesale artful dodger | August 03, 2009 at 03:59 AM
Good post. I never thought of it that way. Thanks for this entry.
Posted by: wholesale artful dodger | February 01, 2010 at 09:45 PM
That is the nicest looking fox I've ever seen.
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