Author: Charles

Little Madame’s corner cupboard is full of bits and pieces for tea time. A small blue willow painting lived in the corner cabinet. Other things lived in the corner cupboard, too. Oh honey, yes! There were quite unorthodox things. There was the red tea pot that raised its little nose with an air like that. There was a silver mug – not an ordinary silver mug, mind you. And there was the Crystal-Rose-Bowl. They were all rainbow and beautiful in the light of the fire. A bottle of cologne was there too with its pretty golden cap, to say nothing […]

On the plate is Fair Mount near Philadelphia By Stubbs, Staffordshire. I made it printableand a similar color to blue willow planks. “Transfer printing is a method of decorating pottery or other materials using an engraved copper or steel plate from which a monochromatic print is taken on paper and then transferred by pressing onto the ceramic piece. Pottery decorated using the technique is known as transfer ware or transfer ware.” Indigo or blue and white are two of the most popular combinations in midgets, but they also come in brown and white, black and white, green and white, red […]

Jane doll is made of high quality vinyl, from head to toe. She wears dark green Heals with this robe. Description of the original dress: “The Destiny is a sumptuous strapless gown in dark green taffeta, bordered by gold lame lace. Circa 1954.” The attached gold mesh underskirt is double layered at the hem, allowing the fitted bodice to flow gracefully into the elegant bell skirt. “Accessories include white tuxedo gloves with lame gold lace bows; a gold barrette; gold beaded necklace and earrings; and matching shoes.” “Jane’s honey-blond hair is styled in a flirtatious comb, falling into one soft […]

K & A Krautheim Selb Bavaria Germany Bone china coasters make wonderfully formal place settings for the 18″ dolls. You can hang them on the walls of the dolls’ dining room or set up a wonderful table for the dolls to eat at. We’ll collect occasional centerpieces and china to accompany this collection In the future, then I will post versions here for visitors to see. Left, Eurasian blue tit. Centre, yellow flycatcher. Right, red-breasted eastern blue bird. Cups make perfect tableware for 18-20″ dolls. These may range from 3 1/2″ to 4″ depending on the company that produces them. […]

These two dolls are from a series called “The Nutcracker Village” International Collection, Manufactured by The May Company, a family business developed by David maybe. David May’s family was highly regarded in St. Louis. It just didn’t work-Fully managing department stores across the Midwest, he was also a patron The famous St. Louis Museum of Art. In the end, it was Mayo Sold to Macy’s in 2006. Nutcracker dollsalso known as Christmas Nutcrackersdecorative Nutcracker The most common figurines are made to resemble a toy soldier. In the German tradition, dolls are symbols of good luck, scaring away malevolent spirits. While […]

Students will enjoy combining multiple colors of air dry clay with puff paints to create their own colours The special interpretations of these delicious doll-sized milkshakes! This cool craft is fun but a bit pricey. Milkshake cups are a must; They can be ordered online from many craft suppliers. It was purchased from our country ebaybut you can also find it easily at Amazon also. They are about 2 1/2 inches long. You will also need colored air dry clay, blow paints, mini foam balls, cocktail straws, Mod Podge, Sculpey For a fine detail layer and hot glue to apply […]