Gail Wilson Historical Doll...Finished!!!

I recently finished this sweet doll made from a Gail Wilson pattern and am very pleased with how she turned out. Gail's patterns are extremely detailed and a joy to follow...I will definitely be making more!

This particular little girl is called "An Historical Folk Doll Series-Kit Two: 15" Doll with Woven Wool Fabric Hair" and "is representative of many dolls from the period 1800-1875." I challenged myself to sew her completely by hand (body included!) and really love the results. I am a hand stitcher by choice...always...but it does take way longer to sew this way so I won't be getting rid of my sewing machine any time soon! It's just nice to have options :)

Her little doggie friend is made by Chad Valley and is part of my collection of small antique dogs. He's definitely been well loved but how could I resist that face! Not only that, but when it comes to picking lavender, he is quite the helper!

Happy stitching, everyone :)
Sandy

Another Antique Doll Quilt

I am thrilled to say that I am now an official antique doll quilt collector since, as of a few days ago, I currently own a grand total of two! I purchased my latest treasure just last week from eBay and it arrived in the mail on Friday. This one is direct from an estate in Michigan and has been very well taken care of with no rips or tears anywhere. It looks to have been made by a child and, judging by the fabrics used, most likely dates from around 1900. It measures a small 14-1/2 inches by 12-1/2 inches and is entirely hand quilted with wonderful little childlike stitches.

It is backed with a lovely double pink fabric that was also used as a border for the front of the quilt. The binding is done in a solid red cotton and was attached with the sweetest of "learning" stitches. I really love the simplicity of these little treasures and can't wait to find more.

I hope everyone is having a wonderful Monday!

Sandy

Happy Spring!

Happy Spring everyone! It's raining here right now but that's ok...I love listening to the rain while I stitch which is exactly what I plan to do most of today. I guess my garden will just have to wait a little longer for my attention :)

I hope you all have a wonderful day and enjoy the sunshine if you're lucky enough to have some!

Sandy