A bit of wisdom that keeps echoing through my life is, "The fundamental act of love is to pay attention." So much love and attention and gratitude stitching this story together...!
A wonderful story, a lovely song, such beautiful handwriting in the letter and how remarkable that you were volunteering in the shop on the day the dolls clothes were donated Jeni. Some kind of synchronicity at work I think. A very interesting and inspiring read ❤️
Such a fantastic story. And what exquisite needlework! Each stitch, embellishment and scrap of fabric is a blessing to all involved--including you who are sharing it with us and and delving deep into the kindness of humans, one to another.
Oddly, it makes he doubly glad that I brought home three special fleeces that were part of someone's estate/fiber collection -- fleeces she clearly loved and kept, hoping to someday spin. And though she didn't get to, now I do-just as your dolls get to wear those amazing clothes.
I love that you are carrying on the legacy of this wool! I’m so glad we have these chances to continue stories begun by others. It feels like a beautiful honor!
I've finally gotten a chance to fill up on some of my Girl Crush's musings. I enjoyed reading about Maud, Sally, Margaret & the others. I especially loved the photo's of the fabulous doll clothes. The stories the fabric and thread could tell, I bet they'd be cool to hear. All my best to you my beautiful friend. Xoxox
Aww, I’m so glad to have your huge heart in these comments. I hope to take better photos of the doll clothes and talk about the fabrics, too. There’s so much in these little objects. Huge love to you!
This is SUCH a wonderful story!! I’m glad I saved your email in my inbox until I had time to sit down and read it properly from start to finish. Thank you so much for sharing it!
I love looking up my family as well! I was interesting to be so invested in a group of people who aren't family but who have adopted me via the grace of the universe! I feel so connected to them now. Good luck with all of your searches and findings!
This article is fascinating! I am so glad you enjoy researching the random things you find! I love reading everything. Old doll clothes are such a great find, and these are incredible!!
I wish I’d saved more of the many doll clothes my dolls had. I only have a very few, and I no longer have the dolls they were made for, but I love the clothes and WISH I still had the dolls! One was a Madam Alexander doll, about 18” tall, who I named Miss Sue (that might have been the name on the box). The other doll I wish I still had was a Tiny Tears baby doll that I adored! I played with her for many years, and after a long period of storage, her rubber body basically disintegrated. I still collect home-made doll clothes when I find them…which isn’t often.
Thank you SO MUCH, Gwen, for your super response to my article! I love knowing that you had so many doll clothes. And I love the memories of your dolls! It's extraordinary how these little personages populate our imaginations and memories so beautifully. I think dolls are truly little ambassadors of human life, connections, and feeling. Huge hugs to you! Jeni
A bit of wisdom that keeps echoing through my life is, "The fundamental act of love is to pay attention." So much love and attention and gratitude stitching this story together...!
This is so very true. I love paying attention to the story these clothes want to tell! Hugs to you!
A wonderful story, a lovely song, such beautiful handwriting in the letter and how remarkable that you were volunteering in the shop on the day the dolls clothes were donated Jeni. Some kind of synchronicity at work I think. A very interesting and inspiring read ❤️
Thank you so much, Jed, for reading and encouraging me!
Such a fantastic story. And what exquisite needlework! Each stitch, embellishment and scrap of fabric is a blessing to all involved--including you who are sharing it with us and and delving deep into the kindness of humans, one to another.
Oddly, it makes he doubly glad that I brought home three special fleeces that were part of someone's estate/fiber collection -- fleeces she clearly loved and kept, hoping to someday spin. And though she didn't get to, now I do-just as your dolls get to wear those amazing clothes.
Lucky us to be part of these stories, eh?
I love that you are carrying on the legacy of this wool! I’m so glad we have these chances to continue stories begun by others. It feels like a beautiful honor!
Amazing story! And what absolutely beautiful doll clothes!
Thank you, Carol!
Very cool Jeni! Imagine that, caring for people you’ve never met…🫶🏻
I've finally gotten a chance to fill up on some of my Girl Crush's musings. I enjoyed reading about Maud, Sally, Margaret & the others. I especially loved the photo's of the fabulous doll clothes. The stories the fabric and thread could tell, I bet they'd be cool to hear. All my best to you my beautiful friend. Xoxox
Aww, I’m so glad to have your huge heart in these comments. I hope to take better photos of the doll clothes and talk about the fabrics, too. There’s so much in these little objects. Huge love to you!
This is SUCH a wonderful story!! I’m glad I saved your email in my inbox until I had time to sit down and read it properly from start to finish. Thank you so much for sharing it!
Thank you, Sarah!! I just love these people. I’m so excited to carry on with getting to know them!
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I love this sort of detective work! My wife and I are doing our families and finding all sorts of things!
I love looking up my family as well! I was interesting to be so invested in a group of people who aren't family but who have adopted me via the grace of the universe! I feel so connected to them now. Good luck with all of your searches and findings!
This article is fascinating! I am so glad you enjoy researching the random things you find! I love reading everything. Old doll clothes are such a great find, and these are incredible!!
I wish I’d saved more of the many doll clothes my dolls had. I only have a very few, and I no longer have the dolls they were made for, but I love the clothes and WISH I still had the dolls! One was a Madam Alexander doll, about 18” tall, who I named Miss Sue (that might have been the name on the box). The other doll I wish I still had was a Tiny Tears baby doll that I adored! I played with her for many years, and after a long period of storage, her rubber body basically disintegrated. I still collect home-made doll clothes when I find them…which isn’t often.
Thank you SO MUCH, Gwen, for your super response to my article! I love knowing that you had so many doll clothes. And I love the memories of your dolls! It's extraordinary how these little personages populate our imaginations and memories so beautifully. I think dolls are truly little ambassadors of human life, connections, and feeling. Huge hugs to you! Jeni