Thistledown was recently contacted by Australian children’s author R.A. Spratt. She has written a series of books about Nanny Piggins (”the world’s most glamorous flying pig”) a daredevil circus performer-turned nanny. She wanted a puppet version of Nanny to use in promotional videos for the U.S. release of her first book “The Adventures of Nanny Piggins” this August.

The puppet is based on the illustrations that Rachel did for the Australian editions of the book. This was a delightful puppet to create because of her simplicity and her sweetness.

I can’t wait to get my own copy of The Adventures of Nanny Piggins when it becomes available, and I would encourage you to get one as well. Below are some more images of Nanny:

Be sure to keep an eye on Rachel’s website for videos featuring the puppet version of Nanny Piggins.

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