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This blog started in the "playroom". That's what DH calls artwork- playing. Wish I could live in the "playroom" forever.
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts

Monday, May 21, 2012

Time for Our Characters in "Alice in Wonderland"

Peony #12, as "The Mad Hatter"

The Dormouse, in Royal Attire,
sitting atop the High Chair
The Magical Top Hat
Hatbox
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Peony and her accesories are completely handmade.
All clothing is removeable, even for the Dormouse.
There is a Hanger for the Over Coat,
and the 8 inch High Chair.
Of course there is the cloth bag
and brochure document.
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Biscuit #3, As "Alice"

Biscuit "As Alice"  Collector Doll Set
"Seagull Fascinator" - 3 1/2" wingspan
Butterfly Hatbox
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Everything is handmade.
There is Biscuit, completely removeable clothing,
Cider Cat,
Fascinator,
Hatbox,
8 inch High Chair in turquoise.
Cloth Bag and Brochure Document.
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Magnolia #3, as "The Red Queen"
Magnolia- with Braids! Wears Paper Crown,
Floppy Miniature White Rabbit

Magnolia Collector Doll Set
Hatbox for the Crown
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Magnolia and her accessories are handmade by the artist.
There is Magnolia, bunny,
8 inch High Chair,
Paper Crown,
and Hatbox.
And a cloth bag
and Brochure Document.
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Vintage 1948 Singer Sewing Machine


Vintage 1948 Singer
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I have been collecting sewing machines for several years now. My favorites are the vintage Singers. I love sewing on these machines! It seems like no matter how old they are, as long as they're not rusted out, they sew beautifully!! When found, they usually need a little TLC-- cleaning and oiling, maybe a new belt. I "found" this one and it needed a new electric cord, so I had one put on. It also needed a new belt, and a little rubber ring on the "gizmo" that you wind the bobbins with.

I feel you just can't go wrong with these old machines.  This one came  with a straight stitch foot and a couple bobbins-  no manual, but you can still get parts for these-just do a search online.

The tension is great, it makes the best straight stitch you'll ever find. I love sewing on these old machines because I feel like I'm sewing on a piece of history, and feel connected to all the people who've used it before me.

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