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.

Saturday

4th October Doll Meet Photos

Just a few happy snaps! What a great turnout . . . 60+ dolls.

These were my favourite dolls of the day . . . thanks Mon. :)

Sunday

Knitting

In between all the other stuff I do, I've been knitting (usually in the evening). It's the first time I have used such tiny knitting needles (just a measly 1.5 mm) and fine blended cotton and wool, so it was a challenge for me in the beginning. The first ones I finished are actually very long jumpers (sweaters), designed to be worn over a frilly tulle skirt (which, not surprisingly, are yet to be made).

I had fun embroidering the fronts of these and adding the little flower buttons. As you can see, each one is slightly different, and the backs close with a zipper.

Both designs are made to fit Fairyland Little Fees, Iple House BID's and Dollzone 25cm BB's.

Wednesday

Penthouse Bedroom

Things have been moving along slowly with the Tree Stump and have finally furnished Misty's room. I wasn't keen on the sheets that came with the SF set so they had a little make-over.

It wasn't the only thing that had a make-over though. The more I looked at the kitchen and sitting room, the more I felt it was far too dark and gloomy for a bunch of happy go lucky elves, so it all had to go! It took me ages to remove the wallpaper from both the rooms, but I completed it yesterday and they are now ready for a new, brighter decor.