My Doll Haven

Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

Thursday

Pretty in Pink

I thought it was about time my sweet Nadia had some new clothes, so I began with knee length bloomers, then a very full half slip petticoat and a bra top . . . so she's half dressed. :)

My fabric of choice was a soft cotton batiste and to finish all three pieces with a touch of femininity, I trimmed them with an ivory crocheted cotton lace. I shall finish her complete outfit over the weekend.

No sewing tomorrow, as I have grocery shopping to do otherwise there will be little to eat next week. I hope you all have a lovely weekend, I'll be back on Monday.

Wednesday

Off With the Pixxies

Not quite what you expected . . .

. . . but she's a pixxie alright.

Once again I got caught by the charms of a new Iplehouse BJD, her name is Twinky and she's on lay-by while being made. So I suppose I am half way to tightening the dolly purse strings, now if I could sell a few Etsy items I would feel much better about buying ANOTHER DOLL as hubby would say.

Personally I think, "what the heck", you can't take the money with you when you die, so I may as well get some enjoyment from it while I can! :)

Tuesday

Snow White

Well not Snow White exactly, but a snow white gown. Made from a lovely soft spotted voile, with Guipure (Venise) lace appliqué on the collar and front/side of the skirt. The hemline is beautifully finished with a Guipure lace edging over a row of broderie anglaise lace, which is designed to give the appearance of an underskirt. Irene is also wearing the petticoat shown in the previous post which adds extra fullness to the gown's skirt.

My lovely model is Iplehouse's KID Irene.

I am really pleased with the way this gown turned out and think I shall make a few more in different fabrics.