Day #1: Charlotte's Web
Items are listed for purchase in my Etsy shop here!
Spider pattern courtesy of © 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs. And Wilbur pattern courtesy of Vivian Clotilde of Primarily Patterns.
There is something that is particularly endearing about talking animals. At least I've always thought so. I remember reading Charlotte's Web in elementary school. As well as making a paper mache pig out of a soda bottle, and going to Charlotte's Web the play, and watching the movie! Lots of great memories. It is a bit crazy to me to think that this heart-warming and charming classic is frowned upon by some.
The reason for the banning: some folks believe that talking animals are blasphemous, sacrilegious, and disrespectful of God. Also, the book has been criticized for the tragic fate of poor Charlotte being "inappropriate for children." Although very sad, I think it is an important lesson as even children have family and pets die. I think it is important theme of the book!
It's been so long since I read the book. Now I feel nostalgic and eager to read it again. I do remember Charlotte and what a great friend she was. I always felt she was so creative in coming up with the scheme she did.
To honor this book, I have create two little friends to share.
A Charlotte (and her web) bookmark
AND a little amigurumi Wilbur.
For the web I used extremely fine crochet thread. That's a 2.25mm hook!
I love how tiny and cute they are. I am also currently working on a Templeton rat to add to the mix as well. Never enough time for all my ideas!
The reason for the banning: some folks believe that talking animals are blasphemous, sacrilegious, and disrespectful of God. Also, the book has been criticized for the tragic fate of poor Charlotte being "inappropriate for children." Although very sad, I think it is an important lesson as even children have family and pets die. I think it is important theme of the book!
It's been so long since I read the book. Now I feel nostalgic and eager to read it again. I do remember Charlotte and what a great friend she was. I always felt she was so creative in coming up with the scheme she did.
To honor this book, I have create two little friends to share.
A Charlotte (and her web) bookmark
AND a little amigurumi Wilbur.
For the web I used extremely fine crochet thread. That's a 2.25mm hook!
I love how tiny and cute they are. I am also currently working on a Templeton rat to add to the mix as well. Never enough time for all my ideas!
Items are listed for purchase in my Etsy shop here!
Spider pattern courtesy of © 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs. And Wilbur pattern courtesy of Vivian Clotilde of Primarily Patterns.
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