One of the most difficult things in making my dolls different is the choice of fabric for the clothes. I am drawn to more of the home decor fabrics- which are usually the most expensive (between $20-$40 a yard). In discussing my dolls with a friend, I was delighted to find out that she had a garage full of decorator sample books that she had inherited from her mother (who was an interior designer). And when I say a garage full- I mean it literally!!
She graciously allowed me to go through the stockpile and pick what I wanted- and I could hardly contain my excitement! These sample books are just enough material for the dolls I make...
And this isn't even half of them! Here are a few of my favorite patterns:
Thanks Jamie! I cannot thank you enough!!
Wow. I could have spent an entire day in her garage. I bet a collage of her samples would make a pretty cool chair as well.
ReplyDeleteNot a bad idea- I may have to take an upholstery class...
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