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  1. 08-15-2009, 11:26 AM #1
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    Question Doll making...

    Anyone ever make cloth dolls? I'm trying my first one. I think I may not have been wise to make a small one... Any tips to help me turn the parts for the body and stuff them?
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    You're right Peanut - the smaller ones are more challenging to stuff and turn. I've made Raggedy Annes in all sizes from 8" to 36" - sometimes you need to leave the openings larger than suggested - but then it's hard to do the arms and legs. Work it slowly - I sometimes used a spoon - iced tea spoon was perfect. Good luck!!
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    I agree about the smaller ones. I have 4 bunnies cut out of muslin (remember the bunnies with the dresses back in the 80's ?) I have them cut out but they are just sitting there. I need a kick start to sew them and get them stuffed also.
    Stuffing them can be an issue also. I think I will try maui's idea of using a spoon. That sounds like it would be good to do.
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