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Crumplings Workshop 🐌
@crumplings.bsky.social
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Sculptor and dollmaker based in Scotland, working with paper mache, clays, fibers & found materials. Trail runner, cold swimmer, appreciator of folklore and old forests.

Shop: https://shop.crumplings.co.uk
Website: https://crumplings.co.uk
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Crumplings Workshop 🐌 @crumplings.bsky.social · Jan 14
Hi #PortfolioDay! :)

I'm a sculptor and dollmaker in rural Scotland who works with paper mache most of the time. I make gremlins and all sorts of odd little critters!

#traditionalart #sculpture
Two photos of different gremlin sculptures made from paper mache, fibres, wood, and glass eyes. Both of them have webbed, duck-like feet and huge gremlin ears, and they are carrying fishing rods. One of them has caught a crescent moon on his fishing trip, while the other one is carrying a bucket in his other hand. They are photographed against off-white mulberry paper in warm lighting, and stand in the midst of dried plants, branches, and lit candles. A bright pink elephant with turquoise blue butterfly wings for ears, and metal antennae. She is standing on a white windowsill next to a candle and some dried flowers. A sculpture depicting a penguin living inside a bright rainbow-coloured seashell. It is made from paper mache and painted with acrylics, and has a slightly rugged surface texture. Three miniature gremlin figurines made from paper mache and spun cotton, which is used for bright blankets they are wrapped in. One of them is orange, one purple, and one green-ish teal. They are standing on mulberry paper next to some dried oats.
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merrymacsanctuary.bsky.social
Please join us in bidding a happy farewell to our geese guests! They came to us unexpectedly last month when a homesteader surrendered his severely neglected animals to us. We knew we couldn’t keep them permanently but also knew we couldn’t let them die there.
February 16, 2026 at 2:30 AM
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aerialembroidery.bsky.social
'Island Lake, California' - an aerial embroidery commission from last September I haven't shared yet! The right hand side was a nightmare at times, very busy with textures and elements and odd shapes. I hope it came out effective though? I don't have much experience in rocky landscapes :)
An embroidery hoop containing a sewn aerial view landscape. It depicts a wild scene with lakes, mountains, and an earth/rock area to the right. Lots of trees dot the landscape. An embroidery hoop containing a sewn aerial view landscape. It depicts a wild scene with lakes, mountains, and an earth/rock area to the right. Lots of trees dot the landscape. A sewn aerial view landscape showing lakes, mountains, trails and an earth/rock area to the right. Lots of trees dot the landscape.
February 15, 2026 at 6:42 PM
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hourlycosmos.bsky.social
Lena River Delta - Landsat - From Aster Cowart (terrasabaea.bsky.social) - https://flic.kr/p/2h1X1dq
Landsat 8 OLI true-color view of the Lena River Delta on June 4, 2019 . This image is a mosaic of two scenes using a Band 3/2/1 (RGB) composite. The Lena River is one of the largest rivers in Siberia. The river is largely fed by snowmelt runoff during the early spring and summer months, and at its peak discharge in late June it carries more water than the Amazon River. This scene captures the arrival of the spring floodwaters to the delta region, which is still largely ice-bound. The warm Lena River waters are a significant contributor to icemelt within its delta region; the heat capacity of its floodwaters commonly melts winter sea ice several kilometers out. Image Credit: NASA / USGS / Landsat program / Justin Cowart
February 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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philstrachan.bsky.social
A lazy Saturday afternoon in Coigach a couple of weeks ago.

Camera: Pentax Spotmatic + SMC Takumar 28mm f3.5
Film: Kodak Portra 400

#believeinfilm
#filmphotography
A photograph of a pebble beach and grassy banks with cottages in the distance. There are light whispy clouds in the sky. A small white cottage with a tin roof, there are pebbles and a stream running past the side of the cottage.
February 4, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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oleandr.bsky.social
@tacoito.bsky.social Aurora borealis in over the mountains🌜✨my watercolor🖌🎨

Artwork is sale!🌿
www.etsy.com/SpaceOleandr...

#northernlights #auroraborealis #foggy #misty #forest #mountains #watercolorpainting #UkrainianArtist #landscapeart #nightscape #traditionalart #artshop #watercolorart
February 16, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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surlyamy.bsky.social
Moon mug. Work in progress.
A hand-built stoneware mug with a moon texture in the wet clay state.
February 15, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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dianadwilder.bsky.social
I love finding driftwood along the Thames 🌊

Painting unique shapes and colours on these river finds. The grain and texture of the wood creates a weathered backdrop that frames my designs perfectly 🎨

dwcrochetpatterns.etsy.com

#blueskyartshow #wood #artyear #love #sensoryart #MHHSBD #craftbizparty
I love painting driftwood I find along the Thames painted driftwood I found along the Thames
February 15, 2026 at 7:37 AM
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ourlifewithlumi.bsky.social
You'll NEVER guess what happened between the first picture and the second and third ones, so let me give you a clue: it does not involve Lumi being a good boy.
A Finnish lapphund standing in the snow on a frozen marsh. It's peaceful and quiet. The only tracks in the snow belong to wild animals and to us, from a previous walk. Very few people find their way here. Lumi is doing very well, staying close to me. A Finnish lapphund, lying down in the snow on top of a frozen lake. You could never tell from the photo, but there are some moose tracks just in front of him and he's very eager to go explore. Unfortunately actions have consequences. A Finnish lapphund, refusing to look at the camera. He's sitting in the snow on top of a frozen lake, looking towards the snowy trees in the distance. He can hear something my own ears can't pick up. I bet he'd love to go and find out what it is.
February 15, 2026 at 3:46 PM
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Marcus McAllister
”Time to grow 04” 2026 - watercolor and crayon on paper - 20x20cm

#workonpaper #drawing #SciArt #bird
Watercolor and crayon drawing:a small rose and brown songbird with a halo and open beak on a blue green background
February 16, 2026 at 1:03 AM
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sarahopkinsart.bsky.social
Not much, life has been intense, but here is a little moon doodle 🌙✨️

#celestial #moon #doodle #sketch #sketchbook #artsky #blueskyart
Ballpoint pen ink sketch of a crescent moon with a face blowing clouds out of its mouth
February 15, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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artbyemilytull.bsky.social
"Head or Tail"
hand embroidered Salmon themed thread painting.
#StunDay #embroidery #fish #WildlifeArt
A rectangular silver and white fabric background with a hand embroidered Salmon head and body coming down from the top right corner and a hand embroidered Salmon tail coming across from the middle of the right edge.
February 15, 2026 at 2:39 PM
crumplings.bsky.social
First sunny day this year I think, so spent a lot of it outdoors! 10 miles of trail running through craggy woodlands and mucky fields, then back home to pick up the dog & camera before heading out again :')
A burn with a small waterfall surrounded by mossy rocks and trees. The sun is peeking through, though hanging low already. A fluffy dog (Pomeranian / Finnish Lapphund mix) with a reddish brown coat and tipped spitz ears, sitting in front of a forest burn with mossy stones. The dog is looking up to the left.
February 13, 2026 at 8:48 PM
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canarylittle.bsky.social
New little Forest Spirit available on Big Cartel.
Inspired by folk art and by fairytales, she is a beautiful and gentle little Soul 🩵

littlebirdofparadise.bigcartel.com/product/blue...

#art #dollcreation #bsnm
A textile doll with white hair and blue eyes. She has blue wings and a wooden arm. A little textile doll with a snail shell tail, multiple layers of textiles on her body (ersthy tones with a splash of teal), two wings, blue eyes and white hair.
February 12, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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mac-b5.stickimporters.com
This is how we spend our days.
Lumi the Finnish Lapphund sits regally on a snowy forest path, perfectly centered in the frame as golden winter sunlight streams through the misty trees behind her. The ethereal backlighting creates a magical atmosphere, illuminating the fog between the dark tree trunks while patches of snow and autumn leaves dot the forest floor. Lumi gazes directly at the camera with calm dignity, her gray and black fur glowing in the soft light. This is pure woodland enchantment. A portrait that belongs in a Nordic fairy tale.
February 11, 2026 at 11:38 PM
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annijyn.com
the moomins went folk horror
black and white illustration of moomin, a small hippo like creature stands at the bottom of a hill wearing a shawl blanket around his shoulders and holding a gas lantern. on top of the hill other whimsical characters are dancing around the midwinter bonfire, the moon is full and bright in the distance
July 22, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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marcusmcallister.bsky.social
Marcus McAllister
”SB149.25 porte d’entrée” 2026 - Sketchbook drawing - 23x15cm

#sketchbook #drawing #SciArt #bird
Watercolor and crayon drawing: a haloed songbird in flight done in blue, black and white on a green background
February 13, 2026 at 4:29 PM
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karenjturner.bsky.social
13th February, daily stitching marking the passage of time
#intuitivedailystitching #textileart #embroidery #stitchjournal
square frame in green with three rows of dark green straight stitch in the centre
February 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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yoshidatakehiko.bsky.social
A king quail wrapped in layers of vibrant, multicolored fabric.
February 13, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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indikon.bsky.social
We had unexpected sunshine!
Wood with metal stud and moss. A scrap of bark with fungi and green lichen, on dead leaves. Moss and lichen on wood. Purple crocuses enjoying the sunshine.
February 13, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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inkybat.bsky.social
Lavender.
February 13, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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nobleheart4.bsky.social
I love this girl very much. The big rock is her happy place after a walk.
My dog is laying on a big rock with her head up looking out over the yard into the woods.
February 12, 2026 at 11:43 PM
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weirdmedieval.bsky.social
It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea
A medieval illustration of a hedgehog with grapes skewered on its spines
February 13, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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alternativephotography.com
Curious to see what’s inside our new Anthotype book by @malinfabbri.bsky.social ? 🌿
It takes you step by step through the process – and a lot more!
Ready to learn? See:
👉 www.alternativephotography.com/anthotypes-c...

#anthotype #anthotypes #altprocess
February 13, 2026 at 10:01 AM
crumplings.bsky.social
Big giraffe!!!

Sculpted from paper mache, painted with acrylics. You can find it and various friends at shop.crumplings.co.uk :)
A large paper mache sculpture depicting a giraffe living in a snailshell. The giraffe-snail is looking at the camera, and its colouring is a mix of greens, purples, yellows and browns. The shell has a speckled appearance, and the sculpture has a slight sheen. It's standing on mulberry paper next to decorative dried plants. A closeup of a paper mache giraffe face with black glass eyes.
February 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM
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frogge257.bsky.social
Square 43 #2026Quilt
Tiger beetle :D
Embroidered tiger beetle as the center of a blue quilt square
February 12, 2026 at 8:11 PM