Friday 31 August 2012

Doing something different.

I spent hours yesterday trying to find an idea for something I could start to make.I have already begun the dolls but wanted to start something I would look forward to doing when I finished the dolls.But I achieved nothing.I felt very frustrated so this morning I walked around the house and looked at all the many things we have bought recently. The house seemed quite overcrowded so I asked Tony to put some on ebay for me.He wasn't keen as he thought they were too girley so I photographed them with his camera(far far better than mine. He bought a Paris hat box that contained 4 1920/30's hats and a box for large feathers.I like them both and think they make part of a lovely display but where would can I put them.The answer is nowhere,I  need to make space.The same goes for the hats, I already have a large number on display in the bedroom.
The calendar I have had for a long time and thought I would use at least one of the pages on a piece of work but never have.Every page is very pretty but then I have a large boxful of of these things

I made two versions of the doll because I acidentally sold the first one. Luckily I had photographed her so I made this one to be identical.She is definately one of my favourites and I will keep her for always.Tomorrow I shall sort out some little boxes and tins I've had for ever and probably some lace.
I already feel less stuck than yesterday so all this is doing me some good.
                                                                               

4 comments:

  1. I have always liked hat boxes, and the idea of having hats on display is so clever. I don't have any special hats, but I wish that I did. Maybe Nel will bring me back one from Paris when she's there on her honeymoon. Your hat collection is very nice.
    ~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

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  2. All lovely stuff. I know what it is when you want to keep all the lovely things yet cannot do so. I have the problem with fabrics and I have to reluctantly give them away. Your doll is so gorgeous and looks like that place against the beautiful box is perfect for her

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  3. Your doll is beautiful, and your hats look wonderful. Thanks so much for stopping by, I hope you have a great day.

    Hugs,
    Robin

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  4. love your collection of hats and boxes..I like everything vintage too but it can be a problem of where to store it all! but its good inspiration

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