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....

Showing posts with label gift ideas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gift ideas. Show all posts

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, 21 August 2012

Latest news.....

Come and find me on FACEBOOK to keep up to date with my latest creations..they always seem to find their way there first!

Thursday, 5 July 2012

Demonstration and Fair...

I really enjoy these sorts of events...I'll be demonstrating doll making techniques with a varied programme (and sale of work) for the three days. I'll even be working on some of my china heads this time!

Tuesday, 10 April 2012

Water's Edge Fair.

I've had a busy weekend at the Water's Edge Easter craft fair...there were lots of visitors and I made a few new friends during the weekend. It's much more like a social event than work, but still quite tiring! I'm looking forward to my next fair and hoping that my new stand will be ready as I can't fit all of my new dolls on this one!

Wednesday, 4 April 2012

Work in progress...


I've been busy working on some new dolls...they're all painted and ready to finish, though not without a few difficulties along the way. The darkest doll is made in recycled brushed denim and although she was very difficult to turn and sew due to the thickness of the fabric, she was a dream to paint! I can't say the same for the other darker doll, she was made in a very soft pure cotton from a shirt and I discovered that the paint bled very easily, so although she was easy to turn and sew, she was a nightmare to paint!

Tuesday, 13 March 2012

All the fun of the fair...


I had a lovely weekend at the 'Crafts Uncovered' demonstration and sale of work this weekend. The Water's Edge Visitor Centre is a lovely place to visit (and has a fabulous little cafe!).

Monday, 16 January 2012

Great Gift Idea...


I've been experimenting with printable fabric and this is one of my first creations..a photo cushion!
I think this would make a great gift for those 'difficult to buy for' people, you just email your chosen photo (jpeg format), then choose your colour scheme for the border (this one was pastel pink/blue) and you can have your very own unique cushion.