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Hi! I’m Kristy Woudstra, the writer and textile artist behind Gezellig Studio in beautiful, downtown Hamilton, Ontario. After nearly 25 years of working as a journalist and in the nonprofit world, I decided to embark on a new creative adventure. Yup, this studio is basically my mid-life crisis.
I absolutely love that the Grumpy Faces have made their way to Ottawa. These whimsical creatures aren’t actually grumpy, that’s just their resting face! As a mom and former editor at both Today’s Parent and HuffPost Parents, I wanted to design simple, heirloom toys that spark imagination in kids big and small. With a focus on sustainability, they are hand-sewn by me and created with felt that’s made from recycled plastic bottles. Each one also has a name and bio meant to make you smile.
Oh! You might be wondering what Gezellig (heh-sell-ick) means. I’m the kid of Dutch immigrants, so I named my studio after the one word that, to me, defines Dutch culture. Gezellig doesn’t have a direct English translation. It’s more of a feeling or an experience. You know those moments when you’re with loved ones, sharing a laugh without a care in the world? That’s gezellig and what I strive for in everything I create.
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Tilly (short for Matilda) the koala lives in Australia and her two favourite things are sleeping in and playing video games. Her friends know when she’s nervous because gets the hiccups.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7" H x 5.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Bekki Raccoon isn't a picky eater and loves to try new foods. She also loves baths because she doesn't like to be dirty.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4.25" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Frankie the Red Fox is kind and thoughtful but they get nervous when meeting someone new. They love skipping rocks on the water with their friends. Six skips is their record!
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Bernice is named after her grandmother whom she lives with. She likes to splash her
friends by slapping her tail on the water (they don’t find it as funny as she does).
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 4.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Rusty the cottontail rabbit has a lot of trouble paying attention in class, but he is incredibly creative. He loves music, especially hip-hop, and can tap out any beat with his hind legs.
Grumpy Faces are woodland and Arctic animals who may look a little serious, but they have a whole lot of personality. Each one is individually hand-sewn in Hamilton, Ont., so no two are alike.
These whimsical creatures deeply care about their habitats and are created with felt made of 100% post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles. Their stuffing is made of recycled materials, too!
They will grow with little ones, from adorable nursery décor to a toddler's lovey to a preschooler's imaginative play — they're unique gifts that last.
Also suitable for "big kids" who just love adorable things.
Size: 7.5" H x 5.5" W
Made by Gezellig Studio in Hamilton, Ontario.
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