Join The Mermaidens Art Doll Club in Bunnell, Florida

Would you like to join a Doll Club?

The Mermaidens Art Doll Club in Bunnell, Florida still has a few openings!

We meet the 1st Saturday of every month at the Sew & Quilt Shop in Bunnell...
From 10am until noon

Stop by and check it out!

If you would like more information, please contact me by email at
coconut_lace@yahoo.com

Hugss,
Caroline

Merry Christmas ~ Happy Holidays! A Gift For You!

Merry Christmas ~ Happy Holidays ~ Happy New Year

May all your wishes come true!

This Victorian Angel reproduction image is a gift for you!

Hugss,

Caroline

New Victorian Ornaments

I have been making porcelain based Victorian ornaments. Many have sold and some are still available in my ebay shop if you are interested.
http://store.ebay.com/carolines-handmades

I wish it would get colder here in Florida, so it would feel like the Holidays a little bit more:)

Got to get started baking and finish my Christmas Shopping... ;)

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Hugss,

Caroline

My Gypsy Jewel Doll On Auction Now!

I ONLY SELL ONE OR TWO OF MY DOLLS PER YEAR!

Gypsy Jewel is on Auction now in my eBay shop starting today November 23, 2010 for 7 days if you are interested.

She is one of a kind and there is No Pattern available.

16" tall Cloth Art Doll with wire armature on wooden base.

There are lots of pictures in this auction, so if you are interested please stop by!

Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!

http://store.ebay.com/carolines-handmades

Thank you so much for visiting!

Hugss,

Caroline

"HAPPY THANKSGIVING" Free Image

HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND BLESSINGS TO ALL!

Enjoy your free image!

HUGSS,

CAROLINE

Free Halloween Image for you!

I just love thie image! Enjoy!
Caroline

New Brooches on Auction Now on eBay!

Hello and welcome!

Here are a few of my new one of a kind Brooches, now on Auction in my eBay Shop. Great gift idea and prices. They come with a Victorian Gift Tag and Organza gift bag, ready for gift giving!

I hope you have a super weekend!

Hugss,

Caroline

My Newest Wall Hanging Creation 2010

I finally finished this special order of a Quilted Wall Hanging. It took several months to create. Its loaded with embellishments including, silk ribbon embroidery, beading and more. It measures about 12X17". This was such fun, I love doing the handwork!

Hugss,

Caroline

Please meet, "Gypsy Jewel"

Hello and Welcome!

I'd like to introduce my newest doll creation, "Gypsy Jewel". She is a one of a kind, 17" all cloth doll over wire armature. Her face is hand sculpted and painted, costume was made using lots of fancy fabrics, Vintage Lace, Vintage Jewelry bits, naturally lots of glitz and sparkle, including, Swarovski crystalsl, assorted beads, gypsy coin chain, charms, sequins, tarot cards and so much more. I tried to make a Tambourine and ended up making a Music maker thingy around her right hand using a piece of suede as the base, Vintage Bells and Swarovski Crystals. The last picture shows it close up. She is loaded with embellishments and has a simple wooden base that I painted black. There is no pattern available.

She is on her way to "The Magical Gypsy Carnival", 2010 Treasure Of The Gypsy Challenge at the Fall International Quilt Market & Festival in Houston, Texas. The Market and Festival dates are October 30 - November 7, 2010. I want to give a big Thank you to Gypsy Pamela for all the work she does to put this event together every year!

Thanks so much for visiting, please come back anytime!

Take care!

Doll Hugss,

Caroline

New Jewelry Auctions on eBay!

Welcome!

So sorry I haven't been able to keep up with my Blog. I have been overwhemed with work...

Here are my newest creations of One of a kind jewelry. They are on auction now in my eBay store.

Hope you have a lovely day!

Many Blessings,
Caroline

New Victorian One of a kind Jewelry on Auction this weekend!

Just a heads up! These are my newest creations and will be on Auction for 5 days starting this weekend in my eBay Shop!

Also, I will be having Labor Day Weekend Sales in my Ebay Shop all weekend, mostly on Reproduction Cotton Fabric Print Blocks! Woohoo!

Thanks so much for visiting! I certainly appreciated it!

Have a wonderful day!

Take care!

Hugss,

Caroline

A Gift for you! Free image...

Every couple of months or so I like to offer you Free Image as a gift! I hope you like what I have chosen this month!

I hope you have a safe Labor Day weekend!

Many Blessings,
Caroline :)

My Dolls Published in Doll Collector Mag Nov. 2010

Hello Everyone,

I am so excited to tell you that, I just received the new Doll Collector Magazine, November 2010. As I was turning the pages first I saw my Cinderella Doll then a couple of pages later my Coring, Gypsy Of The Enchanted Forest was there. Its just so exciting, that I had to share it with you...LOL!

I am almost finished with my newest doll (no pattern). I created her to send to Texas for the Gypsy Challenge at the Houston Quilt Fair. I will be mailing her in about 2 weeks. Naturally she is a gypsy in lime and aqua colors mostly with long wavy black hair. As soon as I am finished with her I will post some pictures for you and give you some more information about the Gypsy Challenge. I have entered two years in a row with this year being the third. I am still working on that Tambourine for her and as I mentioned earlier, if it comes out nice I will post instructions for you.

Thanks so much for visiting!
Hugss,
Caroline :)

Cinderella Cloth Doll Pattern Complete!

Hello Everyone,

I am excited to say I finally finished my newest 16" Cloth Doll CD Pattern, "Cinderella". Sorry it took so long. She is available now in both my Ebay and Etsy Shops and some are on there way to Dollmakers Journey, will be available there shortly.

This pattern has easy to follow, step by step instructions and lots of color photos and drawings... 52 pages. Inermediate Level. I hope you like her.

Doll Hugss,

Caroline

OLD FASHION CHARM, TREASURY ON ETSY

Hi everyone!

I just created my 1st Treasury on Etsy and whated to share it. Just hit the title and it should take you right there. Enjoy!

Hugss,

Caroline

Cinderella Pattern update

WOOHOO I finished the pattern. I am now proof reading it, then I have to make a cover and supply list..... Then I have to send it out to be put into pdf format so I can make CDs for this pattern. Yes, its another biggie, but there are tons of pictures with easy to follow step by step directions.

I am also working on a Gypsy Doll that I will be entering in the Gypsy Challenge at the Houston Convention center in October. I will give you more information as I go and ofcourse a picture of her when she is complete. My husband thinks shes beautiful, but I am just getting started, this is the fun part LOL, the embellishments, beads and lots of sparkle... Its such fun being able to still play with dolls.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Doll Hugss,

Caroline

Another Treasury on Etsy!

This gorgeous reproduction fabric print is in a new Treasury on Etsy now.
The name of the Treasury is "Vintage colors - pink- lime- light blue- ivory- mauve- the ladies colors". Created by gabibadea123 ~ Thanks so much for including my shop!

Simply hit the title for the link to Treasury!

Enjoy,
Caroline

Cinderella Pattern update~ Amost there!

Well I have completed about 43 pages, WHEW! I only have the hair and head piece to write up.
Then create a cover and supplies page.
Almost there!

Hugss,
Caroline

Visit Jan at Rose Haven for the Stroll the Shops Tour

Your are in for a Real Treat...... THIS IS A MUST SEE!!!!!!!!!!!!


VISIT JAN at ROSE HAVEN for the STROLL THE SHOPS TOUR.

I can't get enough of all the gorgeous shops, Victorian inspired, music and more! I'd have to give it 10 stars!!!

THANKS SO MUCH TO JAN FOR ALL HER TIME AND HARD WORK PUTTING THIS TOGETHER.

To visit her unbeliveable "Stroll The Shops Tour", hit the Title and be prepared for a mini Victorian Vacation, your gonna Love it!

ENJOY!

Hugss,
Caroline

WOOHOO! ANOTHER TREASURY ON ETSY!

How exciting! My Etsy shop is included in another lovely Treasury, called "Bohemian Nights" by voxyarts. Thanks so much for including my fabric print in your lovely Treasury!
Stop by and see this Treasury by clicking on the title and enjoy!

Hugss,

Caroline

My Etsy Shop Included in Gorgeous Treasury

Oh my goodness, you have to check out this, Peppermint Parade Treasury, its fabulous! I am thrilled to be a part of it!
Please hit the title for the link to the Treasurey.
Treasury is made by Lisa at DiamondSand, you've got to check it out!

Thank you so much Lisa for including my Etsy Shop in your lovely Treasury!

Hugss,
Caroline

Shes A Lady Treasury in Etsy

My Etsy Shop has been included in this gorgeous Treasury called,"Shes A Lady" by trinitydj
Click on the title for a link to view this beautiful Treasury!
Thanks so much Lorraine, trinitydi
Hugss,
Caroline

Victorian Nostalgia Treasury on Etsy

I am thrilled that my gorgeous lady "above" was listed in a beautiful Victorian Nostalgia Treasury on Etsy.
If you would like to check it out, hit the title.

I want to say Thank you to rockagirl for including me in her Treasury!

Thanks so much!
Hugss,
Caroline :)

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! (FREE GIFT FOR YOU)

I hope you are having a fun and SAFE holiday weekend! Here is a Free Gift for you, one of my reproduction images on fabric. Enjoy!

Hugss,
Caroline

Cinderella Pattern update

Well I finally finished writing up instructions, with LOTS of color pictures of Cinderellas body, about 28 pages. WOOHOO... Now I just have to do the costume and hair/head piece, so I am almost there.

I have also been working on a doll for the Gypsy Challenge again this year. I am working on her costume, that is the FUN part. She will be a one of a kind without a pattern. When she is finished I will post her for you. I started working on making a tambourine for her and as I am making it I will take pictures so I can give you directions on how I made it, if it comes out good:)

Doll Hugss,
Caroline

Cinderella Pattern update

I am excited to say that the First 20 pages of my Cinderella Pattern is completed, but that is just the face sculpting and coloring! I like to add lots of pictures and easy to follow directions. That was the hard part. I am now working on the body... woohoo! My Cinderella doesn't have glass slippers, she wears real swarovski crystals.

Oh, I have to mentions that I am also working on a Santa Doll and Pin, (two sizes). I don't usually work on two at a time, but that cute little Santa wouldn't get out of my head until I started on him. So, I already made the pattern and painted the face, now I am testing the pattern. This pattern will be Very Easy, with a flat face, cartoon/cutsy look, no sculpting, so it will take a lot less time to create. I want it to remind you of a Vintage Look/Style? You will see what I mean. Sorry I am keeping him a suprise until he is finished, then I will post him.

I am also working on a Gypsy Doll for The Gypsy Challenge in Texas in October. I purchased a couple of things and I am going to see if I can make a tambourine. Wish me luck!

Gotta get back to work!

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Doll Hugss,
Caroline

New Victorian Jewelry On Auction Now

These are my newest creations in my Victorian Jewelry One Of A Kinds. They are on auction right now in my eBay store if you are interested.

http://store.ebay/com/carolines-handmades

I am on a roll with my Cinderella Pattern, woo hoo!

It is so hot here in Florida, the heat index is between 103 - 106.... ugh!

Have a lovely weekend!

Love & Hugss,

Caroline :)

Cinderella Pattern update

I am almost finished with drafting Cinderellas face for the pattern. There are lots of pictures with easy step by step directions. The face takes the most time to do, then it shouldn't be too long before the pattern is completed! WOOHOO:)I have a couple ideas of how to make a Tambourine for my new Doll. If it comes out nice I will put directions on my Blog for you.
I have been designing and creating my One Of A Kind, Victorian inspired Jewelry pieces. I will be posting some of those for you shortly.

Thank you for visiting!

Doll Hugss,

Caroline

Free Patriotic Image For You

Here's a Free Image for you, enjoy!

Hugss,
Caroline

I'm Back!

Hi Everyone,

Oh my goodness, I can't believe how long its been since I last posted anything... I a soo sorry!
My husband had surgery and I had to take care of him. I had no idea it was going to take up so much of my time. Then I got sick, the sickest I think I have ever been in my life, for about 5 weeks. Feeling much better now:)
I just wanted to share with you a couple of my Dollie Pins. They are so much fun to make.
For those of you who are waiting for my newest Cloth Doll Pattern "Cinderella", to be completed, all I can say is that I have started, but due to the medical issues over the last couple of months is what is holding things up. I am trying to get caught up with my work and special orders so I can devote my time to finishing the pattern. I will keep you posted.
I also plan on entering "The Magical Gypsy Carnival", 2010 Treasure Of The Gypsy Challenge. I am working on a one of a kind doll and ofcourse she will be a Gypsy. Due to the gorgeous colors of fabric I received for this Challenge I decided to call her Gypsy Jewel. I plan on posing her in a dance postition. My biggest challenge right now is figuring a way to make a Tambourine (doll size). This doll should be approximately 20" tall. When and if I can figure a way to make the Tambourine I will share it with you, here on my blog. IF ANYONE HAS ANY IDEAS I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR THEM!!!!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Doll Hugss,
Caroline :)

China Tea Cup/Saucer Pincushion PROJECT

OH MY GOODNESS, I JUST HAD TO SHARE THIS WITH YOU!

I have seen a few of these Shabby Victorian Style China Tea Cup and Saucer Pin Cusions... Oooh La La!!! I just love them, so naturally I had to make one. I had feathers flying all over the place and I sure made a mess looking for little treasures to add to it. I may have added a few too many, because now there isn't enough room for pins... LOL!!!! I really don't think anyone would use it for a pin cusion anyway, its too pretty!

Its sooo easy to make to......... you probably have everything you need right there!!! Woo-Hoo!!

All you need is a cup and saucer, how about an old one you can't get rid of because you like it so much, but it has a chip on it, well now you can use it again, "whats old is new"!

~Simply glue the Cup to the Saucer using E-6000 Glue

~Go through those scrap fabrics you just can't part with to cover the top of cup overlapping at least an inch or so wider.

~Cut a circle of fleece, the size of the top of cup.

........ Run a gather stitch all around the circle, close to the edge, as you would when making a yo-yo. Lay circle of fleece on wrong side of fabric (inside) and gently gather circle fabric so that it will fit inside top of cup, but will pop up above it.

~Using Glue Gun, put some glue around the inside of the top of cup, (not on edge, down 1/4 to 1/2 inch below rim)... put about 2 inches of glue then carefully add the gathered top, then more glue and so on. When you have about 3 inches left, stuff it with fiberfill. You might have a bit of a struggle here, because it wants to keep popping out...LOL!

~ NOW YOU ARE READY FOR THE FUN PART.... DECORATE YOUR PIECE!

~Start with putting an embellishment around the top of the cup. THIS WAY YOU CAN HIDE ANY BOO-BOO'S YOU MADE, just cover it up!

I put Ruffled Lace, Rhinestones and Pearls around the top of cup. Then just started adding your Treasures, including feathers, boa, buttons, charms, flowers, bows, millenery supplies, birds and the list can go on and on. Just have fun!

This just popped into my head! Why not decorate large Hat Pins by gluing on Flowers and Beads. Well you know what I am going to to when I sign off

I hope you enjoy this fun afternoon project!

p.s. This Shabby Victorian Cup and Saucer is on sale right now in my ebay store, if your interested!

Take care!

Caroline