Thursday, July 10, 2008

Christina Crawford sent 12 Comfort Dolls

Yesterday as I sat on my porch swing opening my mail, I could not believe my eyes. I am always touched by the support and love that comes with each and every Comfort Doll parcel, and when they come by the dozen, which happens pretty often, I can't help but get emotional. Telling you all "Thank You" just does not seem enough. I hope you can imagine how I feel toward each of you who donate or spread the word about the Comfort Doll Project.

Christina Crawford from Expression Studio sent a large box filled with 12 Comfort Dolls. As I carefully unwrapped each doll, I whispered,"Oh my goodness",as tears flowed. I was glad no one else was home to see me. I couldn't hold back the tears, and I tried.

Each doll is 4" or 5", jointed and dressed in different fabric prints. She sent floral bears and purple bears, a ballerina with a tutu,

ethnic dolls with caps or a purse and each had a special message that reflected the doll's appearance...........it was just unbelievable to see such a variety of dolls in one box. I know a huge amount of thought went in to creating these and attaching messages. Christina, I am speechless. Thank you doesn't seem enough. You are amazing and your dolls are simply unbelievable. I thank you, even if my eyes were red when my husband got home.:-)

2 comments:

Marie said...

They are all so wonderful! I keep looking at them and wondering how to make a doll as beautiful as any ONE of them! What would you suggest a first timer do? I am a quilter...
Marie in California

Pat Winter Gatherings said...

Hi Marie, I think a Dotee doll or one of the Inner child dolls would be great for a first timer. You can see Inner child dolls at link below.

http://www.art-e-zine.co.uk/patdoll.html

They are made with two pieces of random cut fabric which has been embellished on the front and stitched together with blanket stitch and filled with lavender buds.