A Wee Forest Folk mouse begins as an original clay piece which is hand sculpted by one of three sculptors in the Petersen family. The finished sculpture is molded and hand cast at the "mouse factory" in Carlisle, MA. Carefully selected artists flawlessly paint each one by hand bringing to life a sweet little mouse personality. Wee Forest Folk began as a cottage industry in 1972 and it continues to this day.
Created, produced and copyrighted by the Petersen family, it all began in Annette Petersen’s old-fashioned kitchen on a farm in Concord, Massachusetts - the birthplace of American Independence. Growing up near Central Park, Annette spent many hours in the Museum of Natural History, getting lost amongst the rooms and imagining life outside the hustle and bustle of New York City.
After marrying and moving to New England, Annette’s dream of living on a farm in the country came true. She and her husband raised a family of three and although she had no formal training in art she was always creating things of beauty around the home. She painted pictures from nursery rhymes on the walls of the children’s playroom and decorated a dollhouse with her handmade furnishings.
To help make ends meet, Annette combined her love of nature and its creatures with her imagination and natural artistic ability to make owls crafted from stones to sell in local shops. She also made other little woodland critters. Her first mice were made of bread dough, but they didn’t last very long - nibbled by the real thing, of course! Eventually she learned to sculpt her little friends in clay and cast them in a more durable casting stone. Her first mouse (named Miss Mouse, of course!) with her bonnet and basket was created and thus, Wee Forest Folk was born!
Brightest Star
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M-718
A proud little angel depicts the North Star guiding the way to the manger in the Christmas pageant! Sculpted by Willy. 1.875" x 1.25"
Peppermint Mochamousie
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M-651b
What's more fun than holiday shopping with a peppermint mochaccino in hand! The joy of the holidays floods anyone looking at this little holiday treat. Limited until February 15, 2024. 1.5" x 1.25"
Bundles of Joy
Dad is balancing the results of some last minute shopping. Hurry up and hide them before the kids see! Sculpted by Willy. 1.625 x 1.25
Peppermint Lick
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Everything a kid needs for a magical Christmas! Presents, a favorite stuffed animal and a lick of a yummy candy cane. 1.25" x 1"
Wee Santa's Gingerbread House
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TM-4
One of Donna's Tiny Mice series, this little Santa mouse is atop a darling gingerbread house. Very sweet! 1.75" x .75"
My Little Snow Globe
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M515a
A new color variation of this classic piece shows this little mouse in her sweet white dress holding her precious snow globe. Inside its glass is a perfect little snowman and his red cardinal friend. Sculpted by Willy. 1.375" x 1"
Piggy Pickup
M-270d7
Golden yellow, like the sunflowers it carries, this little pickup truck is toting big piggies and little piggies from the farm! 1.25" x 1.75"
Young Annette In Central Park
As Annette celebrates her 98th birthday June, 2017 and Wee Forest Folk's 45th Anniversary we hope you like this very special miniature work of art. Each one is numbered and signed by the artist. A Certificate of Authenticity is also included. Sculpted by Willy. *Limited to 350. 3.75"h x 6"w x 5.25"d
Alpine Elf
M-474
Out for a ski on a fine winter day! His basket is full of wood for the fire that will warm those little mouse toes! Great as fine winter decor for your home, or as a gift for a winter birthday. Sculpted by Willy. 2" x 2.125"
Wrap it Up!
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M-655
Mom has her hands full of all the pretty paper she will use to wrap up the gifts that will bring big bright smiles to the ones she loves. Sculpted by Willy. 1.375 x 1.125. Retired in 2022.
Flutterby (Blue)
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Do you remember running through the meadow searching for butterflies? They are so pretty! Mice available in blue or plum overalls. Sculpted by Willy. 2.375” x 1.25“
Cherry Blossom Girl
M-459a
She is wearing an elegant Japanese kimono adorned with tiny hand painted cherry blossoms. Just in time for Hanami! 1.5 x .875. Sculpted by Willy.
Ruby Red Cap
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Ruby, a tiny forest dweller has found a gorgeous little bluebell to take back to her house set at the base of a mossy tree. Sculpted by Willy. 1.625 x 1.2
Mending A Broken Heart PINK
Wee Miss Mousey sits on her thimble, patiently stitching together a broken heart with threads of love. Choose pink or white thimble. 1.375 x .75 Sculpted by Donna.
Shell-tering Together
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A hot Summer day calls for a cold swim in the ocean! Afterwards a seat on this beautiful shell makes the perfect cuddle spot. Sculpted by Willy. 1.5 x 2"
Sunny Bright Rainbow RETIRED
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This little sweetie shows all the colors under the sun! Sculpted by Bonnie. 1.825" x 1.5" Retired in 2019.
Poached Easter Eggs
Easter Bunny mouse wonders how her pretty Easter eggs got up there! This miniature will melt your heart and bring warm memories of many lively Easter egg hunts. 2.25 x 2.125.
Pilgrim Pickup
Through the pumpkin patch they go on their way to the big Thanksgiving celebration with pie in hand! She is thankful for a ride in the wheelbarrow to save her energy for feasting! Sculpted by Willy. 1.825 x 2.25"
Snowmouse Sandy
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Sandy plays the part of a roly-poly frosty snowman. Sculpted by Willy. 1.75" x 1"
A Wish for Happiness
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M-321b
Origami is a timeless art and so much more than folded paper. This little mouse holds two paper cranes. If she makes one thousand she is granted a wish! A very sweet sentiment that makes a beautiful and special gift. Sculpted by Willy. 1.375 x 1
Rusty Red Cap
M-687
Rusty is a local around these woods and has found a fiddlehead on his stroll. He waves it around to cool the air as he walks along the forest floor. Sculpted by Willy. 1.5 x 1.25
Saucer Sliders
M-705
With a little one in tow, this mouse is set to help his tot discover the joys of sledding down a snowy hill on a good old flying saucer! Sculpted by Willy. 1.375 x 1.25.
Abigail's Acorn
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It is autumn and Thanksgiving is finally here. Abigail loves to share the season's bounty with her wee friend, who is delighted to have something special to squirrel away! Available in mustard or wedgewood blue. Sculpted by Donna. 1.5" x 2"
Gathering Greta
Greta has gathered the juiciest, sweetest blueberries of the bluest of colors to take home and bake her spring treats. Look closely at the details hand painted onto her dress. Sculpted by Willy. 1.5" x 1.125"
Monarch Musings
She is in awe of the beauty of these Monarch butterflies in her coloring book and oh what joy she will have when she sees one has landed on her pocket. Monarchs are an endangered species. With each purchase, Wee Forest Folk will make a donation to plant milkweed seeds which helps monarchs thrive. .875" x 2" Limited to November 1, 2022.
Garden Gnome
A lovely little gnome sculpted by Willy in honor of his Norwegian heritage. 1.5" x 1"
M-391
Holiday Haul
Christmas morning has finally come! Still sleepy, this mousey holds her teddy close as she drags her stocking over to see what's inside!
M-730
Gingerbread Girl
A color change on a long time favorite, a mousey holds up her freshly decorated ginger bread cookie to show what a sweet design she created! The tiniest holly leaves perfectly highlights her Christmas dress. 1.25" x 1"
M-499 Red
Stollen Kisses
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A proud little angel depicts the North Star guiding the way to the manger in the Christmas pageant! Sculpted by Willy. 1.875" x 1.25"
M-718
Santa's Christmas Tweets
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M-404
Here comes Santa Mouse with a sleigh full of Christmas tweets! Santa's sleigh is pulled by his most trusty aviator - a friendly bird.
Sculpted by Willy. Scene measures 1.5 inches tall and 4.125 inches wide.
Palm Beach Pickup
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M-270
This tiny traveler is loaded up and ready to meet her friends for a day on the beach!.
Sculpted by Willy. 1.625" x 2.375".
Pretty Perch-Pink
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The delight radiates from the face of this little mouse as her new friend rests on her hand. Take a close look at the handmade details in the dragonfly wings and the tiny hand painted details along the hem of her dress. Sculpted by Willy. 1.5 x 1
Feathered Friends
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Feeding her feathered friends! How sweet! Sculpted by Willy. 2.375" x 1.875"
Garden Spa
This wee mouse is having a spa day by cooling her little toes in the bird bath! Must be seen up close to see the water and delicate butterfly. Sculpted by Willy 1.875" x 1.25"
Easter Welcome Wagon
These two are all dressed up in Easter Bunny and Easter Egg outfits complete with a towable basket and are on their way to celebrate! 1.75 x 2.125. Sculpted by Willy.
Fir Tree Fellas
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M731
These two have found the perfect tree and chopped it down. They're on their way home to decorate it and create the warmest Christmas memories with their mouse family. 1.5" x 2" Sculpted by Willy
Vintage Chris-Miss
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Adorned with holy leaves and berries sparkling like the morning after a fresh snow, a little girl stands on a hat box reminiscent of a vintage holiday illustration. Sculpted by Willy. 1.325 x .875
Little Library
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M-741b
Take a book, share a book from this little library! A mouse has popped their head in to see what treasures are to be found and discovers a story to be remembered! 1.75" x 1.75
Funny Face
A garden gazing ball is perfect for making funny faces! Sculpted by Willy. 1.25" x 1.75"
M-936 Pink
Happiness with Sprinkles
The sweet smell of summer rain and your one true love. Now that's happiness! Completely handmade with methods developed by the artist, this couple embodies the love and joy we find in one another and a fresh rain. Sculpted by Willy 1.75 x 1.75
M-639
Little Miss Pink Petals
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Pretty Miss Pink Petals all dressed in pink! Sculpted by Annette 1.5" x 1"
M-338b
A Wee Bite o'Luck
With a big smile she gets ready to take a big bite of her St. Patrick's Day special donut! Her dress is adorned with tiny clover designs around the edge. 1.375" x 1"
Little Sweetheart Girl
Little Sweetheart Girl ~You can't get any sweeter than this! The perfect Valentine's Day gift for your sweetheart. 1.25" x 1.125"
Christmas Greetings!
Who's sweet little face peeks out from behind this Christmas card a top a shelf? This piece imagines a visitor shares a view of the Christmas tree from the mantel.
M627b