An Introduction...

Welcome to my new blogspot...and to start, a little about my journey here...

I have a background in costume design and I have been making dolls for many years. My recent creations have been cloth dolls inspired by antique dolls and my family history (another of my favourite pastimes). I also love creating anything with fabric and I'm enjoying experimenting with different styles and designing unique items.

In this blog I will share doll info, tips and tricks that I have learnt over the years and also pics and even a few patterns, so please check back often to see what's new....

Friday 14 September 2012

And for the cat lover...


Raggedy cats...now available with a cute 'expression' fabric patch, this can be made with your own message...a perfect gift for the cat lover.


Thursday 13 September 2012

Raggedy Wishes...


My new line in raggedies...these little gals have a cute apron with a message or name of your choice added in a cute fabric patch with a button detail. Perfect as a gift for a special occasion!

Wednesday 12 September 2012

Pumpkins...


Got my first few pumpkins finished...I'm taking these to my next fair to see what everyone thinks before I make a huge batch!!!

Tuesday 11 September 2012

Fairs...Fairs....Fairs

I'm off to Hull Craft Collective Fair at the weekend....using public transport! Hmmm....it's going to be an interesting journey with a train and a bus to catch. I'm wondering just how much I'll be able to carry on my own...and if I have one of my big mammy dolls on my knee at least I won't have to pay for a seat for her!

Tuesday 4 September 2012

...and there's more...

I decided today would be a good day to attempt to wash my 2 sheep fleeces that were so generously given to me by a lovely local lady who just happened to have black sheep and saw my moans about how difficult it was to source doll hair!
I took some advice from another crafty friend (who is a fantastic spinner) on how to wash them ready for use...and it's on it's way...once it's all done I should have enough to last me a very long time!