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When I started cleaning Linda up, her drawers were stained and sad, bloomers that couldn't be salvaged. I have so many lovely books to choose from on just about any subject to do with dolls, embroidery, tassels, or beads. I went to my library and picked out "The Doll's Dressmaker: The Complete Pattern Book," by Venus A. Dodge.
I particularly like this collection of patterns because it includes both old-fashioned patterns for vintage dolls and simple, easily adaptable patterns that can be used with any doll. She also offers 3 sizes of the same patterns and clear instructions about how to make them. Many line drawings inspire variations with tucks, lace, ribbon, and embellishment.
No fine lawn combinations for Miss Linda! No, she wanted fancy gold printed cotton, and red ribbon facings.
What Miss Linda wants, Miss Linda gets! This is the inside-out view.
Finished close-up and beaded edges. I had to put some 24K somewhere!
Now if I can just get her to stop rolling up her skirt and showing off!
I like this casual still life with dish drainer in background and Linda leaning against a roll of paper towels. I simply must get a proper photo area set up. And one day I will! In the meantime, Linda loves her new combis and will not be embarrassed when my nosy friends lift up her skirt to see if she has panties on. They'd best be careful! Linda goes commando without notice.
I love Linda! And what you made her. It's fun that she goes commando! LOL!
ReplyDeleteI knew you started a doll hospital. Linda is one of your patients, isn't she? She is so lucky that she has met you and has got her beautiful combinations,too. I am impressed by your wonderful work, Peggy.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mieko! Linda is my doll from childhood and I am giving her a make-over in the doll hospital. I love making clothes!
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