Discover Handmade May 24

Land of the Dolls

The definition of ‘Doll’ (per Wikipedia) is a model of a human being, often used as a toy for children. Throughout the centuries, going back to 2000 BCE, materials used to make dolls are: clay, stone, wood, bone, ivory, leather, wax, straw, cottonwood, cornhusks, porcelain, paper, plastic, fabric, vinyl, and everything in between. So I guess it’s safe to say… most of the dolls were hand-crafted. ;o)

 

 

Speaking of dolls, please welcome four handmade doll creators, Pumpkinseedstore, LorettaClark, LilBitSassy and iKnitQuiltSew from HandmadeArtists.  Lets take a closer look at their creations.

 

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Pumpkin Seed Signature Doll Limited Edition by pumpkinseedstore

Details: Soft, cuddly, natural and collectible rag doll. This is Pumpkin Seed 2013, an annual Signature Doll will be realeased each year, but only 1000 will be made. (500 UK, 500 USA)Eco-friendly, biodegradable and made directly from original… click > read more

Shop @ Pumpkin Seed Store

 

 

 

 

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Cloth hug doll by LorettaClark

Details: Elenne is 18 inches tall, made from my own pattern.  The body is made from polyester knit, stuffed with hypo-allergenic polyester fiberfill.  Arms and legs are machine stitched to the body. Hair is acrylic yarn … click > read more

Shop @ Loretta Clark

 

 

 

 

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My 1st Doll in Red Dots by LilBitSassy

Details:  This adorable little doll is perfect for a baby or toddler to carry around. Lightly stuffed, even small hands will have no problem holding onto her.  Measures 11″ high. Hands, feet and head are stuffed with organic polyfil, Hat… click > read more

Shop @ Lil’ Bit Sassy 

 

 

 

 

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Handmade Rag Doll with Curly Blonde Hair by iKnitQuiltSew

Details:  This handmade rag doll is Ilsa.  Ilsa can be a toy or a member of a doll collection.  Ilsa stands 11 inches (28 cm) tall to the top of her curly blonde hair.  She is wearing a white blouse with a brown satin bow at the… click > read more

Shop @ I Knit Quilt Sew

 

 

 

You can find more innovative handmade dolls, just by clicking your mouse here > Dolls and Miniatures   There is a diverse selection for gift giving or collecting, which would make any child or adult smile.  With Christmas about 7  months away, start your shopping early this year!  ;o)  Sorry I had to say it!

Now it’s time for the challenge question:  Each artist uses their own personal design when creating a _____?    (hint: a four letter word in the title… this is not a trick question) LOL

 

Think you know the answer?  Great!  Please leave a comment below and include your guess to the question and May 27th, I’ll post the answer. Good Luck!  Well, my good friends, it’s time to go. Thank you for supporting handmade and the artists behind the creations.  I hope to see you next time to Discover Handmade.

Cari (crochethooked)

 

Tags: baby, cloth hug doll, collections, dolls, handcrafted, Handmade, OOAK, original art, rag dolls, toys

Posted in Discover Handmade, Handmade