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.

Friday

Caught Again!

It was a beautiful sunny day in Melbourne today, so hubby and I decided to go out for lunch. On the way back we called into IKEA to pick up a new pillow. Well as most of you who have been to IKEA already know, it's very difficult to leave there with just one purchase. :)

Going through the children's section is always a trap, this time I was caught by the "Spexa" room book. If you haven't seen one yet then it's time for an IKEA visit.

This is just one section . . . the cover. I will post more pics down the track of the inner sections. My only complaint is it's high gloss, but it hasn't come up too badly in these pics. What do you think girls? I didn't think it was a bad purchase for AU$9.99.

The table and chair is from IKEA too and the food is from a pack of tiny erasers.

Thursday

Slippers Please!

After I had scolded Pippin and Ancelina for running around with bare feet this morning, they promptly reminded me they need slippers to wear while playing indoors.

You may have noticed (or maybe not) Pippin has a new wig. Not sure it will be permanent yet.

In case you're wondering, I made the hooded PJ's to keep them warm.

Hope you are all enjoying your week and having plenty of dolly time!

Tuesday

Emmaline Settles In

Well it's all organised now, I didn't really want YG to go to the expense of sending a whole new doll and finally convinced him to just send her foot. Her new foot will be on it's way shortly. As you can see, it hasn't held her back at all, she is settling in quite well and can still be photographed successfully.

Emmaline (Emma for short) poses exceptionally well, and I love the eye mechanism. Even without her left foot and having quite loose elastic through her bottom limbs, she was easy to position for these photos. :)

I can see Emma becoming a very big favourite to play with. So all she needs now is a sister, so who will I choose? Will it be . . . Carrot, Mango or Paprika? Decisions, decisions!!