Bella - You're a Star!

So as posted previously, I'm still working the 20 dolls that were commissioned by my daughter's school. Here I have Bella. Her mommy wanted poka dots, red curly hair. OK - got the red curly hair - but oops, no poka dots, but stars! Here is what happened. I must admit, I do have a stash of fabric (love fabric!), but the poka dots I have are all pastel colors and with the red hair it just didn't look right. Oh well, I hope she doesn't mind the stars instead of the poka dots. After all I'm sure her little girl is a STAR!

I've done two dolls today - have a naked one ready for her dress - hummm - purple is the order this time. Happy sewing all!

Pat

New Doll Named Hope

This doll was made for a little girl by the name of Hope. Her mommy wanted her name somewhere on the dress. She is a sweet little girl and I know will be going to a nice home where she will be loved. Can you tell that her owner loves pink and brown! Pattern by My Raggedy Dolls. Gotta love her!

Wool, Wool, Wool

Is one of my favorite fabrics. Not only is it easy to applique with, but you can purchase some beautiful dyed colors.

I especially like using wool with my Christmas crafts. I use it in wallhangings, table runners, pillows, ornaments, Santa's outfits, snowmen - just about anything and everything.

The easiest way I work with wool applique is by drawing my design on freezer paper. I then cut about a fourth of an inch around the design and iron (shiny side down) onto a piece of wool. After the ironed piece is cool, cut on the traced line. Remove the freezer paper and you then have the applique piece. So easy to applique - no turning under - just tack it down with DMC floss. I've added some of my work. Try it - soon you'll be hooked as I am! Happy sewing.....