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Charlotte’s Doll Part Two and Coming Attractions

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Charlotte’s doll has put on her socks and shoes, packed her bags, and is ready to travel.  Because she’ll have a lengthy journey, with a stop in customs, I’ve made a short video for Charlotte to watch while she waits.

If you love Izannahs too, grab a cup of tea and enjoy the show!  Be sure to watch for the “coming attractions” feature at the end to see the two other dolls that I’m working on, one of them inspired by a doll that recently sold a the Sandwich Auction House on April 21, 2012 & the doll shown at Steamboat Arabia: A Historian’s Blog, and for more information on my 2012 Izannah Walker Doll Making Retreat.

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Two New Dolls in Progress

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Recently I have been working on a number of custom order dolls so I haven’t had many new dolls to post for sale.  Because I normally work on several dolls at once, during some parts of the construction  process,  I have two dolls that are partially finished.

I still have one more custom order doll to complete, but if you would like a sneak peek at the two other dolls that are currently coming to life in my studio, just email me 🙂 at paula@asweetremembrance.com .

 

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Charlotte’s Doll

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Charlotte’s doll is almost ready to begin her journey to her new home.  She’s just waiting for her pedicure to dry 🙂  It’s raining here , which is glorious for the flowers but not so wonderful for drying varnish!  So she currently is resting with her feet up, luxuriating in the cool breeze from a fan.

 

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Anne Marie’s Doll Part 2

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Her clothing is completed and freshly washed!!!

 

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Anne Marie’s Doll

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I’m almost finished with the doll I’m making for Anne Marie.  I’ve just  put the last stitches in her dress and now all I have left to do is the hand stitching on her underwear.  Hopefully I’ll be able to stay awake long enough to get it done tonight 🙂

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The Gift of an Extra Day…

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How are you spending the day?  I am making the most of this wondrous extra day to make dolls.  Well truly, it’s not that I don’t spend most days making dolls… but today I am trying to let doll making reign and allowing other less important things wait for tomorrow.

It’s the perfect day to sew and create.  There are snowflakes sprinkling down outside the windows and I am snug inside with the smell of woodsmoke and yeast dough in the air.

I’m in the midst of making dolls for Charlotte, Anne Marie and Paula (another Paula – not me).   Lovingly planned and long desired dolls for three very special women.  Quite an exciting project for a Leap Year’s Day!

I would greatly enjoy helping you plan a custom made doll.  If you would like to chat please call me at 860-355-5709 or email paula@asweetremembrance.com. There is no additional charge for custom orders, although you do need to make a deposit when you place the order.  After making a deposit you may either pay the balance when the doll is completed, or you may choose to make lay-away payments.

Still no electricity or heat in the studio, so I'm working in the house until better weather returns...
Meet My Newest Izannah Walker Reproduction Doll * SOLD
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Meet My Newest Izannah Walker Reproduction Doll * SOLD

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Farewell post :) This is my recent most favorite project. I made the reproduction all cloth Izannah Walker doll and then added her image to this altered antique photograph ♥
Farewell post 🙂 This is my recent most favorite project. I made the reproduction all cloth Izannah Walker doll and then added her image to this altered antique photograph ♥

Please meet my newest Izannah reproduction.  I just put the finishing touches on her this afternoon.  Her clothing and accessories were inspired by the little girl in the photo above.  THIS DOLL IS NOW SOLD.  THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR COMING BY TO MEET HER.

I’m so glad that you stopped in for a visit.  I always love company, so sit down, get comfy and stay to play dolls 🙂  I hope you enjoy the video!  I made it especially for you.

If you are fond of dolls that have obviously led a full life and been well loved, then you will appreciate the finish and appearance of this doll.  She has two curls in front of each ear and seven more ringlets along the nape of her neck.  Her clothing consists of a cotton chemise & pantalettes, an embroidered flannel petticoat, a linen petticoat, and a dress made of brown madder dyed cotton.  All of the fabrics, lace and buttons are antique.  She has scallop topped painted boots and a real coral necklace.

To purchase her please visit my website, A Sweet Remembrance.  If you would like to see additional photos, or have any questions, contact me at paula@asweetremembrance.com or 860-355-5709.

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Denise’s Doll

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I’ve just finished the doll that I have been making for Denise.  Here are some of the photos that I have taken to remember her by.

Patiently waiting for the glue on her shoes to dry...
She is dressed in layers of pure white.
Two ringlets in front of each ear and seven across the nape of her neck.
Tiny bare toes, hand knit socks and hand made leather shoes.
Her shoes have scalloped tops and hand dyed silk ribbon laces.
Notice the tiny hand sewn stitches along her shoe soles...

Click on any of the smaller photos to enlarge.  If you are using Firefox you can also zoom in by pressing Ctrl and + .

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I’ve just received the most lovely note from Denise, which I am sharing so that I can say how very special  my customers are and how happy it makes me to create my dolls for them.  I am truly blessed.

“Thank you so much, Paula!!  My doll is home, and just wonderful in every way!  I love how you did her dress with chemise peeking out, her shoes, her curls, everything.  You must be the incarnation of Izannah!  I’m so happy to have her, and thank you again.

Yours,
Denise”
One last parting gift, a keepsake coral necklace.
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A Snowy Day filled with Winter Whites

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Snowflakes are drifting down past the edges of the porch roof, where stacks of apple wood wait to feed the flames in my hearth.

It is snowing today, our first measurable snow this winter.  A surprising, heavy snow managed to sneak in during the midst of autumn this year, well before the winter solstice, but that doesn’t really count.

It feels only fitting and proper that I am surrounded by white, both indoors and out, as I work on creating an all white wardrobe for one of my Izannahs.  She is quite anxious to be off to her new home and is sitting patiently next to my sewing machine, urging me to hurry and finish so that she can begin her travels…

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Bittersweet Goodbyes

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This week I’ve had to say good-bye to two of my dolls that have been on lay-away.  I feel just like a mom who is sending her child off to kindergarten.  Sad to see them go, but happy that they are growing up and venturing out in the world.

The doll that left here on Tuesday has already reached her new home and I have heard that she is busy making new friends over tea and gingerbread.  You can see a glimpse of her welcome home tea party here.  She is happy living among friends, including a doll made by Margie Herrera, who makes lovely dolls and is one of the students in my Izannah class 🙂

My second young traveler is all packed and waiting for the postman to escort her on her way tomorrow.