Time for a little coveting. Look at what Princess Nimble-Thimble made! She made this for a swap. Oh, how I wish it had been me to receive it. It is a stunning doll, Dannielle! The redwork makes it extra special and I love the little heart cushion. I definitely think Hitty needs a little pillow like that. Dannielle used the pattern for the Old Fashioned Doll in Edith Flack Ackley’s Dolls to Make for Fun and Profit.

One of my favorite things about all dolls, but especially cloth dolls, is their tactile quality. I love the feel of dolls in my hands. I hope I am not weird and alone in this. They just feel so nice. I love their tiny little arms and legs. The feel of their finish, whether it’s painted or left soft. The details in their clothing. All of these nice things cannot be gotten from a photograph. And I must say, Dannielle’s doll looks very, very touchable!

Happy Weekend, Friends.