Lori Ann Corelis

If you are not already aware of Lori Ann Corelis' The Spotted Hair, you should be! As much sculpture as toy, Ms. Corelis' creations reference antique plush and children's illustration to refine and reinvent a centuries old craft. See for yourself:

1. Lori Ann Corelis, Ellie Likes the Beach

2. From The Game of Mother Goose and Her Friends via Indiana University's

Past Times: Children's Games and Their Literary Inspirations

3. Lori Ann Corelis, Mrs. Sparrow

4. Mother Goose and Her Friends Boardgame via

Past Times: Children's Games and Their Literary Inspirations

5. Lori Ann Corelis, Black Lamb

6. "Baa Baa Blacksheep" cards from The Merry Christmas Games via

Past Times: Children's Games and Their Literary Inspirations

7. Lori Ann Corelis, Lamb N Eggs

8. Antique Wooden Alphabet Blocks via Words & Eggs

9. Lori Ann Corelis, Bun & Quack

10. "Puss in the Corner" cards from The Merry Christmas Games via

Past Times: Children's Games and Their Literary Inspirations

11. Lori Ann Corelis, 3 Little Kittens