Miniature Lord of the Rings Bag End

Thanks to Pinterest, I recently stumbled across the most incredibly detailed miniature Bag End from Tolkein’s Lord of the Rings trilogy. Maddie Chambers-Brindley made it for some college coursework on “the importance of play.” She drew upon her experience making Warhammer miniature scenery and models to create the Bag End model. Check out the level … Continue reading Miniature Lord of the Rings Bag End

Lots o’ Lord of the Rings

Hobbits, wizards, elves, and kings. What’s not to love about Lord of the Rings?  Many a crafter has been so inspired, to knit, sew, or sculpt from this story admired. But some feel the need to go a bit further, to celebrate this story with a touch of odd fervor. So check out these crafts, … Continue reading Lots o’ Lord of the Rings

Lord of the Rings Amigurumi

Craftster user artoo1121 and her boyfriend made this incredible set of Lord of the Rings amigurumi characters. The bodies are crocheted, the clothes are sewn from felt and the accessories are made from polymer clay. The details are amazing! The Fellowship of the Ring Amigurumi artoo1121’s Flickr – lots more pictures!

One Party to Rule Them All

Isn’t this pinata stunning? It’s almost like Sauron is right in the room <shudder>. It literally made my jaw drop when I saw it, so I knew I had to share it here. When Melody at Blossomingjoy.com hosted a Lord of the Rings themed party for her son, she pulled out all the stops. Party-goers attended … Continue reading One Party to Rule Them All

Pattern: The Gates of Moria

Speak friend and enter. *Mellon, to be specific. The gates of Moria only show this entry way in moonlight and starlight.  Natalia  Moreva of Kulabra designs has designed these mittens that make me want to rethink my mitten ban (everything falls to the floor if I wear mittens). But these call to the Tolkien geek … Continue reading Pattern: The Gates of Moria