Hey guys. Sorry I haven't posted a new story this week. I got a call this past Sunday from an out of town friend, who said "I just want to let you know I will be there in about 7 hours." Huh? That's news to me. Nothing like unexpected houseguests showing up for the week (or more). So my plans for the week have been slightly altered.
Yesterday doll number 4 (or number 3 if I can count kid dolls as half dolls) showed up. She is my second American Girl, Girl Doll of Many Lands. She is Isabel from England. She is the most available of the dolls, which meant I could get her for a good price. I love Victorian outfits, so it was worth adding her.
The outfit is beautifully made. There is even boning (the stuff they use in wedding dresses) in the bodice of this dress.
More cute details.
And you can't have a Victorian outfit without a petticoat.
While taking these pictures, I remembered I had a book with patterns, specifically for dolls sized 7, 8 9, and 10 inches. A lot of the dolls featured in this book are sculpted by Helen Kish, just as the Girl of Many Land Dolls are. I figured there's a good chance these patterns will be perfect for these dolls.
We will resume stories next week, regardless if my guest is still here or not.
Wow, I wish I could sew well enough to use patterns! Yesterday I got the Girls of Many Lands Cecile for $1 at Goodwill---but she's naked! A copy of that book would come in very handy, if I were more handy myself!
ReplyDeleteTam - Wow great deal on Cecile! This would be a great time to learn how to sew for her.
DeleteLOL, I can't stand in-town drop by's much less out-of-town want to stay over-ers. You must be a VERY nice person for people to think they could get away with that.
ReplyDeleteI am really liking that face sculpt! There is something pleasantly stoic about it.
Muff - This particular friend would give me the shirt off her back. She is one of the few people I would let get away with a drop by and stay over.... for two weeks. Just got the news of another week. Again imagine my surprise.
DeleteSuch a pretty doll. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteJanainah - Thanks. I've been really looking at the other 3 that I want to get. Did I say 3? Shut my mouth!
DeleteIt's a very nice American Girl. I like the outfit ! It's so pretty !
ReplyDeleteShasarignis - The dress is done amazingly well. I'm a big fan of period dresses.
DeleteShe is a pretty doll.
ReplyDeleteWow, Vanessa this must be a really good friend. Lol! I don't like anyone just popping by. That is SO uncool in my opinion. I guess there is no "good" way to turnaround an uninvited guest other than being kind. You are such a sweetheart!
Georgia Girl - She is a really good friend. She would do anything for me, which is why I allowed this transgression of not asking ahead of time. I try to do what I can to help when I can, but she's one of the few people that can do a drop by.
DeleteUn impresionante vestido y la gran cantidad de pequeños detalles que la hacen todavía más bonita!!!!!
ReplyDeleteBesos.
PILAR - Sí, yo estaba más impresionado con el equipo una vez que lo vi en persona.
DeleteHello from Spain: I also love visits from friends. Pretty doll. I also like the Victorian dress. Keep in touch
ReplyDeleteMarta - I like planned visits from friends. Unplanned ones, throw off my whole schedule. That always makes me a little anxious.
DeleteThe doll is very beautiful and her costuming is great! I would have a hard time undressing her to make her a part of my families because of her costuming and headpiece. That is why I have left Spring Pearl in the doll case all of these years. I still think it is a good idea to categorize kid dolls purchases as 1/2 a doll!
ReplyDeletePhyllis - I'm not sure that this one will make it into the families. The Chinese one might. I just want to enjoy my dolls for the time I have left here. I completely understand leaving them in their costumes. All the dolls are soooo beautifully dressed. Maybe I should look at buying one or two naked instead? Did you just talk me into buying more dolls?
DeleteHi Vanessa, you doll n. 4 is really pretty! another great girl wit a sweet face.
ReplyDeleteNow it looks like Lena is going to expand her crafting skills to the "other dimension"!
Kisses Billa
billa's dolls - Did you mean doll n. 3? I think you did. Lol. Right now Lena is sewing for the Chelsea sized dolls.
Deletees una preciosidad encanta el vestidooo y con sus detalles, besoss
ReplyDeletecarmen - Thanks. Isn't the dress beautiful with all the little extras?
DeleteWhat a very beautiful doll and gorgeous costume. I really will have to find out more about these dolls. I hope you enjoy the unplanned visit despite it throwing out your schedule.
ReplyDeleteCarrickters - Don't spend too much money while researching these little beauties. I am enjoying my guest, but I'm looking forward to getting my house back.
DeleteBeautiful doll! I love the detail in the dress as well. I hate drop-bys and stay-overs myself. M's youngest son does that. Though he's fun and I love him dearly, it drives me crazy when he only gives us a few hours notice. :-)
ReplyDeleteCindi - The dress is even more beautiful in person. I may have to leave her dressed. We shall see.
DeleteI think you would be great to hang out with. I'm packing my bags and will be there shortly. Should I bring white wine or red wine?
ReplyDeleteRoville - LOL! At least you would be bringing wine. That would definitely help. I prefer white wine.
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