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*Farmgirl Swap:  Dolly swap-Spring: finished?  |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 16 2009 : 06:26:15 AM
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Hi Farmgirl sisters,
Requested theme this time is SPRING.
I can host/mamma if ya want. Spring or Easter dollys.
If there is an odd number then I will ask someone to swap with 2 people. We can give and receive with the same sister.
Mail by Due date March 15th please
We will still take sign-ups until the first of Feb.
Linda/yarnmamma, swap mamma-- partner-- Karrieann
Donna/nin1952-- partner-- lila/misspittypat
Brooke/lilwing-- partner-- Kathy/khartquilt
Melanie/melanie47601-- partner-- Toni/antoinette
Linda in Scranton, PA |
Edited by - yarnmamma on Mar 31 2010 09:46:20 AM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 07:14:57 AM
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bump...anyone interested yet?
Linda in Scranton, PA
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2009 : 11:07:14 AM
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...thinkin'
....I'm thinkin' that maybe "Spring Dolly" might be better due to timing, for me February isn't far off when after the celebration of holidays settle down. (shrugs)
...what do you think... anyone?
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My etsy: Yesterday's Scraps, Tomorrow's Treasures http://www.etsy.com/shop/2TomorrowsTreasures |
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antoinette
True Blue Farmgirl
826 Posts
Toni
East Freedom
PA
USA
826 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2009 : 2:08:01 PM
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I agree Karieann, I would be up for a spring dolly, but I don't know the in and outs of
being a swap mommy. Toni |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2009 : 3:38:37 PM
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Thanks for the input, Farmgirl sisters. I am thinking that since it only takes a few hours to make a doll that someone might want to. Spring is a ways off so swe can wait to see what responses we get after the holidays.
If ya read the whole topic on a swap you will see everything that it takes to be a swap hostess. It's really not hard and very fun.
 
I wouldn't want to do the round-robin type that I did last time (it was because of an odd number). I missed having the same person to send and receive from, but that's just me. I get confused sometimes but still have fun with it. For the most part all ya need to do is remind people via email and topic post. Once in a while someone will step up and send an extra out when a person gave but didn't receive.
Linda in Scranton, PA
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Edited by - yarnmamma on Dec 19 2009 3:57:47 PM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2009 : 3:41:18 PM
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What do ya think of the "Raggedy Ann" style doll swap? There are lots of variations of that type..example: country or primitive.
Just an idea.
Linda in Scranton, PA
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nin1952
True Blue Farmgirl
269 Posts
Donna
Cedartown
GA
USA
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Posted - Jan 07 2010 : 11:21:21 AM
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Hi Linda I hope you are enjoying the doll I sent you. I learned alot from the last doll swap. I don't know that I am the one to be "mommy" for this topic. It sounds interesting. I don't know how to match farmgirls up. Anyway, please sign me up for a spring doll swap.
Blessings,
Donna 
LIVE simply, LOVE generously, CARE deeply, SPEAK kindly...Leave the rest to God. |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 7:31:44 PM
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Anyone have sign-up deadline date suggestion?
What about the mail by deadline?
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
Edited by - yarnmamma on Jan 08 2010 7:59:55 PM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 8:37:18 PM
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[PDF]Think Spring Annie Doll Pattern
Think Spring Annie Doll Pattern. Sew Practical Pattern 008. 2007 www. sewpractical.com · mkwilson@chartertn.net. Supplies List ...
www.ipmpro.com/b/2687/1p0TGr -
free pattern....I love this!!...Raggedy Annie type for Spring....this downloaded right away for me...so fair warning..
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 11:32:03 PM
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I would say at least 16 inches...(that's the height that American Girl is)
I saw alot of bunny patterns online and some primitive...I'm not crazy about the extreme primitive but I'm ok with the somewhat primitive.
There are some nice fabrics with veggies that would be cute...like gardening...so Spring isn't just about Easter.
Of course the Spring or Easter doll doesn't have to be a bunny. You could discuss what your partner's preference is.
HAPPY SEWING! Kerrieann, are you going to start sewing on one? If you want to get started then let me know so we can start partners even before the sign-ups end.
The dolla are handmade...but last time I made a store bought stuffed craft doll...and crocheted the outfit. I drew the face and shoes on her.
Did ya see the pics from the scarecrow swap? There also was a dolly swap without a theme before that. It is always fun!
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 11:39:23 PM
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Here is a new book for sale...comes with a DVD...I can't afford it now but sure sounds good.
http://www.mccallpattern.com/item/FWZ2542.htm
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 11:48:34 PM
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Linda,
Hiya! I am just planning in my head for right now... but will start as soon as I can get back into my craft-room because I am not fast at these stuff. My craft room is being used as a storage room for all the bedroom stuff and hubby's office stuff. We got roofers, framers and construction crews coming all this coming week to repair the hole in our roof caused by a tree falling onto it and caused damage (holes in the roof) from a wind storm before Christmas.
:o)
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My etsy: Yesterday's Scraps, Tomorrow's Treasures http://www.etsy.com/shop/2TomorrowsTreasures |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 11:54:55 PM
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this is just an idea....now I'm gonna go look for the link to the pattern...lol
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 11:57:56 PM
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wow! that's a big project...! so in the meantime ya have to sleep in another room?
I hope ya can stay in this swap...there will be plenty of time until due for Spring. Good luck with the construction!
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 01:19:20 AM
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this is a doll I made last year
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 01:21:18 AM
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This one I made with rag hair---one inch strips of fabric.
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 01:22:33 AM
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thanks Karrieann for the links!
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 01:39:05 AM
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This doll I got from Frannie at the "orphanage"
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2010 : 08:50:02 AM
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THose are cute cute cute! I am looking forward to doing this.
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My etsy: Yesterday's Scraps, Tomorrow's Treasures http://www.etsy.com/shop/2TomorrowsTreasures |
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misspittypat
True Blue Farmgirl
102 Posts
lila
osceola
mo
USA
102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2010 : 7:47:01 PM
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Hey girls!
I swore I wasn't going to do anymore swaps but count me in -- love to make dolls!
Lila |
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2010 : 8:48:57 PM
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I'd really love to do this as I have been wanting to make dollys.... can a beginner make these??? I'm worried about biting off more than I can chew tho!
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Proud Farmgirl #775
http://maggielousdaughter.blogspot.com
(in construction!)
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2010 : 9:17:08 PM
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aww, give it a go, Brooke! It will be fun no matter what level of experience. I have never made a doll myself, but I know that I can sew... machine or by hand. So... a dolly will be born soon! If I am tryin... so can you!!!
:o)
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My etsy: Yesterday's Scraps, Tomorrow's Treasures http://www.etsy.com/shop/2TomorrowsTreasures |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2010 : 11:26:39 PM
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We love beginners!
There are pancake (flat) patterns that are easy to cut and stuff... You can make the main body (except head, or hands and feet) out of the print fabric. Then you can use a fabric or permanent marker to draw the face or embroider it. Sew some buttons or any embellishments on it.  
I have done embroidered hair, drawn hair or sewn on strips of fabric or yarn to make the hair. Once I made a dolly with an all over print that had flowers with big white spaces between the flowers...I positioned it so the face was drawn on a white space. It turned out great. That style makes a nice pillow.
There are also more beginner patterns if ya want to do a simple seperate dress.
The fabric stores have panels with everything printed to cut out and stuff...that's also good for beginners. I've seen them for each season or holiday.
If ya look up "primitive doll patterns" you will see plenty of ideas....
please join us!
Linda in Scranton, PA
What a wonderful world.
Louis Armstrong |
Edited by - yarnmamma on Jan 10 2010 11:29:02 PM |
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*Farmgirl Swap: Dolly swap-Spring: finished? |
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Dolly swap-Spring: finished?
