I hope she will help a child with cancer
07-30-2010, 10:21 AM
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I almost have to customize the doll clothes, because of waist measurements, length, dress style needs, etc. I always let the child name the doll.
Sometimes ladies give away clothes made of decent fabric, large enough to cut the seams from, and that is what I will be looking for. Something that will 'wear well' for the dolls.
Hubby let me order an inexpensive singer heavy duty machine for my upcoming birthday, so now if I want to use denim for a different look, I can turn to old jeans and do so. Maybe now I can make boy dolls with a face on each side...turn the doll around for a sleepy look or a smile instead of flipping it. Lots of possibilitys. An old sweater can be cut up for the top and the 'blue jeans' are easy. Sweater cuffs can also make the boy doll a beanie cap. Hope this is not clear as mud. I did make one boy doll about 12 inches high some time back.
Sometimes ladies give away clothes made of decent fabric, large enough to cut the seams from, and that is what I will be looking for. Something that will 'wear well' for the dolls.
Hubby let me order an inexpensive singer heavy duty machine for my upcoming birthday, so now if I want to use denim for a different look, I can turn to old jeans and do so. Maybe now I can make boy dolls with a face on each side...turn the doll around for a sleepy look or a smile instead of flipping it. Lots of possibilitys. An old sweater can be cut up for the top and the 'blue jeans' are easy. Sweater cuffs can also make the boy doll a beanie cap. Hope this is not clear as mud. I did make one boy doll about 12 inches high some time back.
07-30-2010, 10:24 AM
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What a wonderful thing you are doing. I am sure these children receive much joy when they receive one of these dolls. Such Blessings. Keep up the great work.
07-30-2010, 10:32 AM
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Originally Posted by cjomomma
What a wonderful thing you are doing. I am sure these children receive much joy when they receive one of these dolls. Such Blessings. Keep up the great work.
My mom died of brain cancer in 1992 and I so wish she were here for me to show my dolls too. She loved everyone, NEVER said anything bad about anyone as long as I knew her (72 years) and she would have loved seeing them. She is part of my pay forward plan.
Thanks again.
07-30-2010, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by wordpaintervs
A seamstress I am not. I took a piece of paper that was 8.5 inches by 11 inches long (2 side by side...taped together) I drew a head, neck, arms and short body and cut out two of them. (The body is all one size) (Now I use wax paper) I sew leaving 'turning room' and stuff.
I lay the doll on the floor with a length of wax paper and made a rectangle 3 times the width of the arms for a skirt. I made a t-shirt top by drawing around the pattern from waist to neck, leaving seam room. I sewed the skirt seam, gathered the top, joined it to the top and added the trims. I did a simple embroidered face useing all 6 strands of embroidery.
Not to hard, once you get the idea. I am glad you liked the doll. The hat has to be made much larger (Large circle) add a trim around the edges, gather to fit the head, and sew it to the head. My heart goes out to those getting the dolls, as I can visualize the conversations the girl and doll may share, when they are alone. Perhaps they laugh, or perhaps sometimes they cry together. At any rate, they can be sterilized and the child can have them as long as they wish, whatever the situation. Thank you for your words.
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I lay the doll on the floor with a length of wax paper and made a rectangle 3 times the width of the arms for a skirt. I made a t-shirt top by drawing around the pattern from waist to neck, leaving seam room. I sewed the skirt seam, gathered the top, joined it to the top and added the trims. I did a simple embroidered face useing all 6 strands of embroidery.
Not to hard, once you get the idea. I am glad you liked the doll. The hat has to be made much larger (Large circle) add a trim around the edges, gather to fit the head, and sew it to the head. My heart goes out to those getting the dolls, as I can visualize the conversations the girl and doll may share, when they are alone. Perhaps they laugh, or perhaps sometimes they cry together. At any rate, they can be sterilized and the child can have them as long as they wish, whatever the situation. Thank you for your words.
Vickey S.
07-30-2010, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by wordpaintervs
Originally Posted by wordpaintervs
A seamstress I am not. I took a piece of paper that was 8.5 inches by 11 inches long (2 side by side...taped together) I drew a head, neck, arms and short body and cut out two of them. (The body is all one size) (Now I use wax paper) I sew leaving 'turning room' and stuff.
I lay the doll on the floor with a length of wax paper and made a rectangle 3 times the width of the arms for a skirt. I made a t-shirt top by drawing around the pattern from waist to neck, leaving seam room. I sewed the skirt seam, gathered the top, joined it to the top and added the trims. I did a simple embroidered face useing all 6 strands of embroidery.
Not to hard, once you get the idea. I am glad you liked the doll. The hat has to be made much larger (Large circle) add a trim around the edges, gather to fit the head, and sew it to the head. My heart goes out to those getting the dolls, as I can visualize the conversations the girl and doll may share, when they are alone. Perhaps they laugh, or perhaps sometimes they cry together. At any rate, they can be sterilized and the child can have them as long as they wish, whatever the situation. Thank you for your words.
Vickey S.
I lay the doll on the floor with a length of wax paper and made a rectangle 3 times the width of the arms for a skirt. I made a t-shirt top by drawing around the pattern from waist to neck, leaving seam room. I sewed the skirt seam, gathered the top, joined it to the top and added the trims. I did a simple embroidered face useing all 6 strands of embroidery.
Not to hard, once you get the idea. I am glad you liked the doll. The hat has to be made much larger (Large circle) add a trim around the edges, gather to fit the head, and sew it to the head. My heart goes out to those getting the dolls, as I can visualize the conversations the girl and doll may share, when they are alone. Perhaps they laugh, or perhaps sometimes they cry together. At any rate, they can be sterilized and the child can have them as long as they wish, whatever the situation. Thank you for your words.
Vickey S.
07-30-2010, 10:54 AM
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You are an angel from God for the work you do. I am so touched by your work. God bless you. You will have a special place in Heaven some day I am sure.
Your doll is so cute and I am sure each recipient is very touched and loves them dearly.
Your doll is so cute and I am sure each recipient is very touched and loves them dearly.
07-30-2010, 10:57 AM
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no pattern, although sometimes I consider buying one, and cutting it off just below the waist. I may yet do that. These dolls are flat faced and only thickened due to the 'stuffing', etc.
I just made up my own pattern. See above directions and am hoping they made sense.
I just made up my own pattern. See above directions and am hoping they made sense.
07-30-2010, 11:08 AM
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You are truly an inspiration! I had not thought of a doll but it would create a more emotional tie for the child because we all talked to our dolls when we were young. Its that person in the room with them when no one is around, God bless you and aid you in your dollmaking. HUGS...
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