This is what I make. I have spent all my life learning to do it. It is art for art's sake and do not forget that. I do not belong in this world. Hence, considered strange. Let's document that too. Right here.
Finished 5-10-14
The body and wing frames are pipe cleaners. I used cotton twine for the mane and the tail. The wings are covered in marabou feathers and the base is painted cardboard.