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.

Monday

Progress

I have been working on my throw rug over Easter and now have a grand total of eight blocks of nine (72) granny squares all joined together. At first I wasn't quite sure how I was going to join them, but decided I would use a neutral colour to crochet join them rather than sewing them together.

I like how it creates a raised seam and contrasts nicely with all the earthy tones.

I'm thinking now I have seen these done, I may not have to make as many granny squares if I crochet a boarder around these blocks. What do you think?

Thursday

The Little Greenhouse

It's been a while since I posted any pics of my RealPukis, and I cannot even remember if I told you about their house. But here are a couple of quick snapshots of the interior.

Mossy and Misty planning what to have for dinner.

They are not perfect shots by any means, but the little IKEA greenhouse is doing well, and the littlies love it to bits.

Misty and Hollow discussing the taste of coffee.

I lined the back glass wall with a piece of wallpaper that I had left from papering our entrance hall. It was easy to do, I just cut it to the size & shape of the glass insert and slid it in. I used pale blue scrapbooking paper for the side walls and blue and a white stripe that almost looked like boards, for the floor. I think it turned out pretty good.

The furniture & accessories are all from Sylvanian Families.

HOPPY EASTER EVERYONE!

Tuesday

Sisters

The girls received new shoes today, but Maisie was a little unsure about them. She had become quite attached to her lilac ones, even though they didn't match her new knitted dress.

Daisy is reassuring her that she can always change back to the lilac shoes, next time mummy changes her clothes. I wish I'd had a sister like that instead of a big brother. :)