Doll Quilt

For several years I've been making, collecting and trading pin dolls and artists' trading cards.  They are now part of an evolving doll quilt.  The quilt base was made by a friend from things found in my sister's hoard, so even that is meaningful.  The quilt is full of memories of people and good times.  I love having it in my home.

Lately I've begun inviting friends to add things to the quilt.  The beaded face doll below is by Chris Fondi.  I'll post updates when I add major items such as Chris' doll to the quilt.

The top of the quilt has larger dolls and reminds me of a costume party or a "hats & heels" banquet.  

Currently I'm participating in a fabric postcard swap with other members of Doll Street.  Those cards will become part of the quilt.  I'm looking forward to their arrival next month.

Some of my awards and medals are sprinkled into the mix.  The doll quilt is fun to make and to have. 

Doll Makers Medals & Ribbons

After attending the doll makers conference in Columbus, I came home full of excitement and pleasure from the fun, creative experience. When I told the people in my life about the experience, most of them said something like: "Oh, that's nice". I realized that people who don't find meaning from making things don't "get" the excitement of a creative experience such as doll making. I suppose they find their creative sparks in other ways.

I took a class with elinor peace bailey who suggested that I make a decorated doll. After mulling things over I decided to make "decorations" for doll makers and artists. I want to recognize kindred spirits with medals and ribbons. The photo shows my train of thought for designing these medals and ribbons. Once I have developed the designs a bit further I will make name the various ribbons and medals. A short term goal is to develop these small projects into a publishable pattern.