Check out my Doll Diaries post from yesterday

It is Canada Day weekend here and I published a fun and easy craft yesterday on my Doll Diaries column that you may want to check out for your dolls.
Click here to make your own doll sized Flag pillow. No matter what country you live in this craft is one you are sure to love!
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Free Pattern TIPS Friday Check out Rosies Doll Patterns You Tube Channel!

I found a great You tube channel that shows more step by step ways to create your own doll clothes. Check out Rosie's Doll Clothes Patterns channel by clicking here and you can see free patterns on how to make your dolls all kinds of great outfits! More then a free pattern there are so many great tips and so much info in these videos that will help you become a more confident sewer!

 

You can visit Rosie's site by clicking here 

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Sears Canada's Dollie and Me dresses on sale this week!

Also on sale this week online at Sears Canada are the Dollie and me holiday dresses. I am so upset that these fashions are not going to be in store for much longer as the line was not picked up for 2013-2014
These dresses are offered at $39.99 and you may find some in the summer clearance sales now on in stores.

I still love this dress set most! What little girl could resist! Click here for the listing

This style is so cute on, My niece looked adorable in her black and white outfit, these dresses come in sizes from 2-10.

Shop in store or on line before these are not available in Canada anymore!

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Sears Newberry Deals on until June 30th

Sears Canada has a great deal on Newberry doll items on its on line shop. The chair shown above is on sale for $19.99 while supplies last click here for Sears Canada Listing

Also offered at $19.99 is the Play Clip on Chair. Click here for listing on Sears Canada's Website

I did find this scooter for less in store but most of the locations near me have cleared every toy out. Offered at $14.99 this is still a great deal. Click here for listing

I am more then shocked to find the sleigh and horse back in stock and offered at $149.99! I picked it up in January for less then 80% off! Click here for listing.

If you are shopping ahead for the gift giving season these are some items I recommend adding to your doll play collection!

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Etsy finds order your own "Janes" if you do not sew!

I found some Etsy shops offering shoes like the ones shown yesterday. Take a look at these great Etsy finds from some of Liberty Jane's Partners. The above pair offered from Whitty Whimsicals Etsy shop are simply adorable!

I love this line by ABeeline's Etsy shop offering "Janes" shoes to match her wonderful line of doll clothes I love how it looks with the dress below.

My dear friend from Tallulah Sophie too 's Etsy shop also offers outfits complete with "Janes" shoes

I love that you have choices to purchase or make your own "Janes" and I am thrilled with this wonderful new pattern offered from Liberty Jane!

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Doll shoes, you can make! From Liberty Jane

Liberty Jane has come out with a really fun pattern for our dolls. This "Janes" shoe pattern is offered on the Liberty Jane Website at $3.99 and now there is even a you tube video  that shows you how you can make yours with out sewing!

 

I know that you will all be amazed as I was at this fun project! 

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Lemonade anyone?

I found this Etsy shop offering an adorable set for our dolls.

Betsy and Millie has created this fun apron set for dolls and girls as well as the pennant set to decorate a lemonade stand click here for Besty and Millie's Etsy shop

 

Mady Grace Designs offers my favorite Etsy stand click here for listing 

This Snack shack offered by Lanning83 would also make a great lemonade stand. Click here for listing

This set from crrconstruction1 is also adorable. Click here for shop listing

Ana White also offers a great kids set a free building tutorial at http://ana-white.com/2009/12/plan-coffee-and-tea-stand-for-graces.html these plans could be reduced to create your own doll sized stand!

I hope you have enjoyed today's post and a nice glass of lemonade as well!
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Canada Day outfits on Etsy

I love Canada day, and I will most likely be spending it with my family at a parade followed by a BBQ and then fireworks by the water along West Vancouver's Water front. Last year I saw a few girls out with their dolls at the parade all dressed up for Canada day and today's post is inspired because of it.
I love to promote Etsy shops both here and on my main blog Karen mom of three's craft blog today I wanted to share some of my favorite red and white outfits on Etsy for your dolls.

The outfit in the first photo is from Canada's Own Etsy shop owner Krisity of Dew Drop Dreams 2012 Etsy collection  Kristy is offering my readers 10% off their purchases with coupon code CRAFTBLOG.
Thank you Kristy! Click here for Kristy's shop.

I have shown this outfit before I love Sew Fun Doll Clothes and this outfit has become a best seller for this Etsy shop. Though south of the border this shop knows how to cater to it's Canadian Customers click here for listing and Etsy shop

This cute set is offered from Doll Fashion's Boutique  and can be seen by clicking here

Canada's own Snowflake Boutique has some adorable items and I love this heart dress! Click here for listing

I love Crafty Patsy 2's Etsy shop and this set is adorable click here for listing

There are so many wonderful items for your doll available on Etsy, these are just some of my favorites.  I hope you enjoyed today's post and I look forward to sharing more ideas with you tomorrow.
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Free Pattern Friday- Doll Hospital Gown

A friend of mine sent me a link to this great tutorial for a doll hospital gown and today I want to share it with you.
My Magical Mom.com has this free tutorial you can see by clicking here
So if you want to make some dolly feel better soon check out this fun free pattern!
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CANADIAN MADE DOLL FURNITURE for our dolls!

I feel like shouting, I finally found a Canadian Etsy shop that makes Doll Furniture!
MAMCREATIONS Etsy shop has some wonderful Doll Beds and quilts in it's shop ready to ship!

From Solid Wood Armoires such as this one (click here for link to listing) to Canopy beds for your doll

They also offer adorable doll bedding click here for listing

I am so thrilled to find a Canadian Shop making and Shipping quality hand made doll furniture here in Canada.
To visit Mamcreation's Etsy Shop please click here
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New Patterns from Stacy and Stella perfect for Summer!

I love Stacy and Stella patterns and on my main blog Karen Mom of Three's Craft Blog  I have a great give away for some of the new summer patterns from Stacy and Stella. Click Here for giveaway info.

I love the new Beach Tote Crochet Pattern just released on Pixeldust Design's Etsy shop click here for link to the pattern listing.

I love Stacy and Stella patterns from Furniture, to sewing and crochet patterns this shop has it all!

Also new this summer from Stacy and Stella is the Beach Hat you can make an adorable gift set for the up coming holiday season with this pattern combined with the new beach tote!

Be sure to stop by Pixeldust designs Etsy shop and check out these great patterns and more. * Stacy and Stella patterns can also be purchased through the Liberty Jane Pattern Website  click here for Liberty Jane's Pattern site. Be sure to check out my give away on my other blog by clicking here contest closes June 26th.

These great patterns fit most 18 inch dolls and I love how they look!
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Banana Moo Treats for your Dolls

I am so excited to share with you a shop I happened upon on Etsy that makes some amazing Dolly Delights!

From Doll sized Smore's to cookies

These tiny treats look good enough to eat!

I loved the Sundaes offered by Banana Moo and know you will love her Etsy shop. I was amazed at how realistic each item made truly is!

Breakfast for your doll from bacon and eggs to cinnamon buns...

This shop is surely a feast for the eyes!

Always thinking ahead to the holidays I love this Turkey dinner!

 Pumpkin Pie ...

Don't forget to leave some holiday treats for Santa....Yes I know it is June but I can not help but think ahead to the holidays!
Check out Banana Moo's Etsy shop by clicking here and see for yourself the wonderful treats they have in store for your doll!

Maplelea Monday- Order now for Canada Day!

I am so thrilled that Maplelea has made their website so much easier to use!

Not only is the website easier to use but with their new Facebook page makes ordering and enjoying Maplelea that much easier.

 

With Canada Day not to far off I was thrilled at how easy it is to now find the Canada Day outfit for Dolls and the shirt for Girls as well!

I love this Strong and free outfit  having now seen it in person I can attest to how well made it is and I love that the coat is lined! On my wish list for sure!

Be sure to order you items for Canada Day early to avoid disappointment!

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Crochet a doll sized tea set with this Etsy pattern

 

Tea sets are a personal favorite of mine and finding the perfect doll size tea sets for our dolls is a mission of mine. I just came across this wonderful pattern on Etsy from Cuddle Bug Kids Etsy Shop

This fun set is offered at $ 4.99 and you can create your own sets in your favorite colors!

I love the tea cup and saucer! Now I really need to learn to crochet!
I also love that there is an option to buy a set that the pattern creator Maria has made so even if you can not crochet you can bring a set home for your dolls.
Click here for the  PDF listing of this fun pattern and get started today!
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