Dolly Day

 I had a couple of dolls cut out and decided today was a good day to get sewing! The hair is a wool/poly blend felt, top stitched in a contrasting thread color; and the bodies are flannel - except for one. The cheeks are blushed on with a small,firm round brush. The eyes are black paint set on with a stylus, and the mouth is drawn on with a permanent marker. Don't they look like best friends?! Pattern linked here.

And Here's a doll I made using the same pattern (my daughter gave this to one of her piano students). The face is more distinct and I think I like that better.  Do you?

Pirate Doll

My grandson couldn't leave grandma's house today without a little pirate doll! I combined the black apple doll pattern on Martha Stewart's website and a picture of a doll found online. The shape of the arms need a little tweaking next time; but otherwise, I think he's ready to set sail!!

Current Charity Projects

I feel that it is important to use the abilities that God has given me to bless others. I only write this post to give those with the same opportunity an idea or two. There is great joy being in the service of your fellow men, just as the scriptures promise.

These are a sampling of some of my crocheted caps for preemies. It is a simple pattern and easy to work up anywhere! There is a free pattern at Lion Brand Yarn website linked here: preemie cap.

The design of these dolls came about by merging a couple of doll patterns that I had seen and are easily assembly-line produced. They are made from all or part flannel and are so soft and cuddly. Originally I was going to send them to to my church's humanitarian organization, but they weren't needed. Instead I will take them to a shop on my local military base who's proceeds benefit our dear Marine families.

This is a bundle of 4 flannel blankets to be sewn and donated to the hospital on Camp Pendleton. Although I do not belong to the Fallbrook Quilt Guild, they were kind enough to supply me with the materials and give me the opportunity to again help our Marine families. This is a project I must finish soon as there is a deadline!