kellyannmo Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I've often talked about doll clothing I used to make and sell... I just added a bunch of pictures to my Flickr account. I've been meaning to do this as I shut down my doll clothes website that I used to have. If anyone is interested in a small sampling of the clothing I used to make here is the link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/108291983@N04/ I used to make clothes for 16" fashion dolls, Barbie, and smaller "child" dolls like Ann Estelle and Riley. I did this for about 9 or 10 years... until the miniature bug bit me... now the poor dolls have gone by the wayside Hope everyone is having a great day. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shannonc60 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Your crochet is beautiful Kelly. I have dolls (Asian ball jointed dolls and Blythes) as well, and I am constantly swapping from one hobby to the other. I will be totally fixated on dolls for anything from a few hours to weeks and then switch to minis. I also sew for them. I love the challenge of sewing small things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amylynn920 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Those are beautiful. I really want to get some Barbies and dress them all up. You've inspired me to look into yet another craft to do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxxie2 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I agree, beautiful!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Amy, I find Barbies in thrift stores. If they aren't magic markered on, the hair can be combed with fabric softener and restyled and new clothes made and donated at holiday time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kat57 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 (edited) Holly,(and others) I just read that plain bleach will take the marker off-I don't have any dolls to test it on myself and wonder if it really works. There are lots of other helpful hints online with advice on trying to get it out. But I have also seen nicely painted Barbies who were thought to be ruined by markers. That's what I would do,if the doll was pretty cheap to begin with. Ed.: Well,Kelly-rude me-I meant to say I think your doll clothes are amazing! Edited February 8, 2014 by kat57 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I have tried bleach, nail polish remover and fabric softener, petroleum jelly, and NOTHING takes off magic marker totally; Ballpoint pen ink is another irremovable (why do kids scribble on their barbies with pens? she asks...) I love Kelly's outfits; once I get all the dollhouse stuff moved out to the workshop (till waiting on weather to go finish the inside; wee need more than one nice day at a time) I can turn my craftroom back into a doll rehab center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kat57 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I figured it may not work,Holly-but the person 'swore' it did- . I wonder why parents are so careless to let the kids know where permanent ink pens and markers are! LOL There are plenty of cheap washable markers on the market if they would look... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alamom Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I'm not really into dolls, but your dolls clothes are beautiful!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amylynn920 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Amy, I find Barbies in thrift stores. If they aren't magic markered on, the hair can be combed with fabric softener and restyled and new clothes made and donated at holiday time. You know what's funny Holly? A long, long time ago I had a dream where I was purchasing thrift store dolls and cleaning them up and sewing some clothes for them and donating them. I haven't given up on that, it's just been put to the way back burner on things to do. I love thrift stores, I've dressed myself and my son that way for many years. I can't bear to throw things out, and when they wear out I save the fabric. I'm going to check the local thrift stores next week and see what treasures they may have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 DH & I buy most of our clothes at thrift stores (except hiking and paddling gear; we have a membership in REI!). The only clothes I don't recycle back when we tire of them are the silk and cotton with small designs, which can be recycled into minis; and you can still find those wonderful old, wide polyester neckties that make such terrific mini upholstery! I have even found brand new, never worn shoes in my size at thrift stores! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Love the clothes. I just went shopping with my daughter to get fabrics and trim for doll clothes She mods Monster High dolls and makes clothes for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellyannmo Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 thanks everyone... they were a lot of fun to do... sometimes I feel guilty that I don't really work with them anymore.... but mini's have taken over all my spare time (I don't know about permanent marker... but I have had success in removing some pretty bad stains with Oxy (the pimple cream) ... cake it on and leave it on the doll for several days.... it will usually work.... it worked on a doll that had really BAD black stains from cheap fabric bleeding onto the plastic of her skin) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapchap73 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Absolutely gorgeous! Crochet is one of the things I've always wanted to learn. The doll jewelry you made is also fabulous...you are one very talented lady:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondie Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Wooooooooooooow. You are a woman of MANY talents! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minigrandma10 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Kelly, Your doll clothing is lovely. But I must ask you how you learned to do the landscaping on your houses that are pictured there. I so want to learn how......any suggestions? Gail 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellyannmo Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 Gail.... I really just taught myself with the helpful suggestions from the folks here on the forum. I can tell you I get about 90% of my landscaping supplies from Scenery Express in their on line shop. I usually use paperclay to "mold" my landscape..... (ponds, paths, bumps... etc) and I use paperclay for rocks as well. The key is lots of glue.... and then I spray any flocked ground cover with watered down Elmers to hold it all it place.... please message me anytime and I can try to answer any questions. Landscaping is my favorite part I think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Lovely work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GirlPiper Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Lovely work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 That is an impressive body of work. You have a keen eye that complements your artistic talent, Kelly, no matter what project you have at hand. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey6163 Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Very beautiful work Kelly !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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