A Touch of Red

Last week's clothing capsule was such a big hit with my dolls. I was encouraged to make another small collection. I'm call this one "A Touch of Red" because the accessories are the only red. This too is a hit. I might have to take a little time and sew something for myself!

 This collection includes a halter dress, a halter top with contrasting thread, a crocheted tank top, high waist wide leg pants, a skirt with flounce and lace capelet.

Summer Clothing Collection

Instead of just making random doll clothes, I decided to try my hand at making a collection of sorts.

The white top is a Simplicity sewing pattern but the other pieces are original and drafted by me. I really like the outcome. I wasn't sure the large print would work but it did. I'm currently working on another collection and it is coming along nicely.

Thrift Store Dolls

I stop by one of my favorite thrift stores today and picked up a couple of dolls.

She was only $1.09 but she needs serious hair intervention.

This Ken had been removed from the box and as you can see was only $4.69. I have several Ken's already but couldn't resist. Of course I removed him from the box the second I walked in the door!

I bought this doll on eBay and while I'm pretty sure she'll get a makeover...

She's found her prince! Maybe she need to remain a princess?

New (to me) Doll Additions

I've added some new dolls to my doll community. Here's two recent additions. I'm not really a Monster High collector but Robecca Steam will fit in perfectly with my coffee shop diorama and Frankie Stein although marked $2.69 (Salvation Army) was only rang up at .99 after I complained that Goodwill fashion dolls are usually only .99!

I purchased this doll from ebay. She has a Holiday Barbie face and a Disney doll body. I love her face and that she's articulated. The only problem with the articulation is that when sitting, she can't close her legs. That is so NOT ladylike!

On the other had she does have articulated ankles and can wear heels or flats...SCORE!

Crochet Doll Dress

I had a great time crocheting doll dresses. I think the thing I like most about doll collecting is because I enjoy making clothes. It's also why I'm not interesting is collecting pricier dolls. Makes sense doesn't it?

More Doll Crochet

The title says it all! The Bratz doll is a new acquisition. I picked her up at a thrift store for 99 cents. She didn't have feet and while I do have several pair...they are not the right color! My solution for Bratz with no feet is to shove her legs into a pair of Barbie's boots. It works every time. If you have a collection of boots you can change them as you see fit! The dog was a Christmas ornament from JoAnn fabric priced at $12.99. Yikes! Too rich for my blood. I got it when it was clearanced out at 90% off. Score!

The beer mug is actually the cover for a string of novelty lights. I got them at Goodwill for $1.50. I removed the cover, clipped off the top and smoothed it down with an emery board. They're going to be a wonderful addition to the man cave!

Doll Crochet

I've been in a crocheting mood lately and have crocheted quite a few things form my guys and girls! I don't have a pattern but I need to make one because I never know whether the sweater will fit or not. I try the garments on as I go and hope for the best. No my usual MO.