Santa Balloon 2023 - 9/26/25

September 26, 2025--I haven't worked on a Janet Zickler Santa since April and this is one I've been looking forward to stitching because of the peyote beaded "gift" attached to the balloon (see project photo below).  I'm halfway done with the hat, and the beard will probably be next.  These Santas are always so much fun to do.

Here's my progress so far:

Santa Balloon 2023 Progress to Date

Here's the project photo showing what it will look like when done:

Santa Balloon 2023 Designed by Janet Zickler Casey Project Photo