This handsome sheep was created using a century old craft developed in Germany during the Victorian era known as Spun Cotton. The process includes creating a wire armature and molding cotton fibers around the figurine. The sheep is finished with red grosgrain ribbon and metal bell that actually rings!

Hand-crafted by Samantha Corcoran.

Dimensions are 4.5"High x 6.5"Long x 2.5"Wide

If you are interested in creating a spun cotton crafts, this project can be found in the wonderful book Spun Cotton Crafts: 25 Vintage Projects for the Nostalgic Crafter by Valerie Lloyd.

Avoid contact with water. Not a toy for children.