Delve into the realm of myths and legends with these fun DIY sets from Raven King Crafts. We felt the need to make some adorable chibi monsters, spirits and mythological creatures and here they are! Just like all our wood and leather goods we make these in house, and this is our own human drawn art so when you purchase from us you are supporting a small family owned AND operated business. Which means these little guys are kid tested.
The DIY Myths and Legends Ornament Set Details
-- Includes --
- Coyote the Trickster - Native American troublemaker
- Cthulhu - Cosmic entity from Lovecraft
- Da-jo-ji - Iroquois West Wind Panther
- Kelpie - Irish Mythological Water Spirit
- Kitsune - Japanese fox spirit
- Minotaur - Greek mythological bull / man
- Nekomata - Japanese cat spirit
- Spinx - Mythological winged lion woman
- Thunderbird - Native American supernatural bird
- Troll - Nordic mythology
- Material: 1/8" birch or basswood plywood
- A small spool of string, color varies
- Height: ~3" with some being slightly larger or smaller
- Width: ranges from ~1 1/2" to 4"
- 1 Sided Design: the back is unfinished
- Made in the USA, by us here in Minnesota
- Ready to finish! They are all sanded with at least 220 grit sandpaper for a smooth finish
The DIY Myths and Legends Ornament Standing Figure Set
-- Includes --
- Coyote the Trickster - Native American troublemaker
- Cthulhu - Cosmic entity from Lovecraft
- Da-jo-ji - Iroquois West Wind Panther
- Kelpie - Irish Mythological Water Spirit
- Kitsune - Japanese fox spirit
- Minotaur - Greek mythological bull / man
- Nekomata - Japanese cat spirit
- Spinx - Mythological winged lion woman
- Thunderbird - Native American supernatural bird
- Troll - Nordic mythology
- Material: 1/8" birch or basswood plywood
- A wedge stand part for each figure
- Height: ~4" with some being slightly larger or smaller
- Width: ranges from ~2" to 5"
- 1 Sided Design: the back is unfinished
- Made in the USA, by us here in Minnesota
- Ready to finish! They are all sanded with at least 220 grit sandpaper for a smooth finish
Chibi Monsters, Legends and Mythological Beasts
There are a lot of legends and beasts in this set so here is a brief description of each character, the design for the ornament and the standing figure are the same illustration.
Coyote Ornament or Standing Figure
If you aren't familiar with Coyote he's a legendary Trickster and sometimes hero in many Native American stories. Unlike some of the Native American legends and monster designs Coyote is a legend in multiple tribes. His cunning and mischievous nature is used to help teach morals and lessons through the misadventures he gets into. Coyote is not only famous for his adventures but also for his sense of humor and in some Navajo tales created the Milky Way. His figurine is a chibi coyote with a leg band, some face paint and some feathers and beads. Coyote is a wonderful trickster and most of his stories are designed to teach children, so they've started being adapted into children's books.
Cthulhu Ornament or Standing Figure
This chibi is of the Cthulhu from a NON children's books series by Lovecraft. This classic horror series isn't as terrifying to us today as it was to readers when it first came out, but that is because it has become a foundation in the monster and horror story telling realm. With his wings and tentacles our Cthulhu chibi is going for cute rather than scary.
Da-jo-ji Ornament or Standing Figure
An Iroquois (Native American) legendary spirit of the west wind, the Da-jo-ji is a powerful spirit that looks like a large panther but can carry a whirlwind, blow flat a forest and toss the seas. It is a powerful elemental spirit and has a powerful roar before he brings in a storm. Our chibi version of has swirls to try to make it more elemental looking.
(Also known as Dajoji, or West Wind Cougar, or West Wind Panther)
Kelpie Ornament or Standing Figure
Our chibi Kelpie is based off the Irish mythological man-eating horse like creature to lures people to touch it and then drags them into the water to drown them. Our chibi Kelpie is going for cute rather than man eating.
Kitsune Ornament or Standing Figure
Our chibi Kitsune design is based off the Japanese mythological fox spirit with 9 tails. These spirits are supposed to be wise and shape shifters, sometimes acting as tricksters.
Minotaur Ornament or Standing Figure
This chibi is based on the Minotaur of Greek mythology. A bull / human hybrid that was kept in a labyrinth.
Nekomata Ornament or Standing Figure
Our chibi version of the Nekomata is just a cat with the split tail. The Nekomata is not a friendly spirit in Japanese mythology and can often be malicious in nature.
Spinx Ornament or Standing Figure
This Spinx chibi design is based off the Egyptian and Greek Spinx design where it is a lion and woman hybrid sometimes with wings. Normally this clever creature would have you solve riddles and can be a guardian.
Thunderbird Ornament or Standing Figure
Based off the Native American mythological bird our chibi is a large bird of prey with unnatural plumage and wings. The Thunderbird is able to drum up thunder with its wings and strike lightning, it fights the giant serpent beasts and is a prevalent protector in the lore of many different tribes.
Troll Ornament or Standing Figure
Our chibi troll is adorable with a little hat and shorts on. Based off the Nordic version of a troll.