craft hope: project #2 doll
June 09, 2009
This little island missy will be making her way to the Casa Bernabe Orphanage very soon.
I used the black apple doll pattern and stitched on a little face instead of painting her up. I used some thrifted washable velvet for her hair instead of the felt and do love how it feels. (If you ever do this, you'll need to zig-zig over the edge of her hair cut-out, so it doesn't shed everywhere... ) She also needed some flair to go with her Hawaiian print dress, so I gave her a little flower. Sweet little thing is ready to go play with a very special little girl now. (As long as I get her in the mail tomorrow!)
I'm so proud of Jade and her work with Craft Hope. She's got big things happening over there and makes it so easy to reach out and lend a hand. You don't have to have a blog to contribute, either. Signups for project #3 will happen soon. Don't you want to be part of the solution? xoxo
That little missy is going to make someone very happy.
Just like being your friend makes me very happy. :)
Posted by: laeroport | June 09, 2009 at 02:54 PM
aww shucks... thanks chris! she is so beautiful! thanks for being a part of all of the big happenings, especially while you've got your own big happening coming pretty soon. xoxo
Posted by: Jade | June 09, 2009 at 03:13 PM
She is a beauty! And since I'm getting ready to move back to Hawaii I have even more love for your little doll! <3
Posted by: Sharon | June 09, 2009 at 03:16 PM
Super cute, Chris!
Since you're posting, I assume you are still pregnant. Did you say the 18th? I think I saw that on FB.
Posted by: lera | June 09, 2009 at 03:42 PM
Your doll is so cute...! And what a neat thing this is. I hope project # 3 is something I can do, I'd love to give it a go.
Been thinking about you. It's getting close now...take care!
mary
Posted by: mary | June 09, 2009 at 06:17 PM
and the winner is...YOU! Thanks so much for inspiring me.
http://yarroville.blogspot.com/2009/06/im-winner.html
Posted by: colett yarro | June 09, 2009 at 08:42 PM
she's adorable!!! velvet hair is genius!
Posted by: melissa s. | June 10, 2009 at 11:03 AM
She's beautiful! I'm pretty sure that's what Monica will look like in Hawaii! I agree, the velvet is genius. I've also seen corduroy, but you have to really work it and sew darts to make it look right. Too much effort!
Posted by: Natalie | June 10, 2009 at 01:23 PM
what a sweetie, and great cause!
Posted by: urban craft | June 10, 2009 at 04:58 PM
So incredibly adorable! I am sure she will be very well loved!
Posted by: Shannon | June 11, 2009 at 04:36 PM
She is so cute! Beautiful job Chris!
Posted by: Carrie | June 12, 2009 at 07:58 AM
Chris this is adorable. I am thinking about you and your arrival soon. Hope you are comfy and doing well......positive thoughts going your way:)
Posted by: Cindy | June 12, 2009 at 09:25 PM
Chris,
I just wanted to pop in and let you know your sweet little doll arrived on my porch yesterday. She is now getting to know her new traveling friends and getting ready for the next leg of her journey.
Thank you so much for making such a gorgeous little doll.
E
Posted by: Eren | June 13, 2009 at 06:32 AM
I've only just discovered this project and I'm too late! Are you doing another?
Posted by: Pat | June 13, 2009 at 04:28 PM
Ah, she's lovely. I'm sure she'll be treasured.
Posted by: UK lass in US | June 14, 2009 at 11:43 AM
I just wanted to say thank you for sharing Craft Hope with us. I will definitely be joining in with this great idea and cause, and will also share through my blog. Thank you!
Posted by: Jenny | June 14, 2009 at 03:16 PM
she's a cutie and what a cool project. I've never heard of Craft Hope but just checked out their site. I'm TOTALLY participating in the next project. Really cool.
Posted by: dana | June 14, 2009 at 11:42 PM
oh m ylord! i love that doll!
Posted by: kaite | June 24, 2009 at 02:41 PM