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Record Covers for Mice Part 2: The Beatles - Help!
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The second installment of Record Covers For Mice is The Beatles - Help! If you're not sure what the original looks like, here ya go
Mixed media, but mostly felt, embroidery, glue and jersey.
George is my favourite
Voila! Beatles for the mice.
Made with - Almodovar, The Beatles, The Kinks and so much patience.
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