A-DOLL-rable

I have used this free pattern to create a variety of dolls with custom colors in different sizes. This is a Large size doll made in acrylic yarn and filled with poly fill, which makes it easy to wash in cold water and air dry. The eyes and mouth are glued on, but if they get detached, I can easily sew them. The hair color can be blond, black, or brown -- or any color you want.

The dress and shoes are removable, and I can make additional shoes or dresses for a doll. The hair is braided, but it can be combed out with your fingers to create other hair styles.

The dress and shoe buttons are made of wood, but those can also be customized for color or material.

 

Email me directly for additional information or to order. Please provide any custom color choices, otherwise I will use my discretion.

For Sale: large doll $60, medium doll $38, small doll $24.
I can make extra-large doll for $75.
There are discounts based on how much the material costs.

Wave Rave

Being inspired by the fall foliage, I crocheted a throw or afghan using the red, yellow, orange and taupe colors. It was crocheted with acrylic yarn, so it is easy to wash and dry.

These vibrant colors bring about the warm colors of the fall season: ripe pumpkins, Thanksgiving, colorful leaves un-cloaking trees. And, the chill in the air gets a little more intense.

What better way to cozy up in front of a fireplace, with this warm afghan.

For Sale: $28 with additional charge for shipping.

Multi-color Throw

This crocheted multi-color throw was created with yarn scraps from various projects. I found a granny square pattern that I liked and began to paint my canvas with the colors at my disposal. It is like a quilt and fits a queen sized bed. It is made from wool and wool blends yarns. 

Here is a close-up of one square that uses two different bulky wools.

At the corners I incorporated a new granny square design, as seen here. The cross square appears in all four corners.

Price: $40

Weaving Starter

Last weekend I learned how to weave while at the NYS Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY. I will continue practicing to do tapestry weaving.

My first project is a small bag that measures 4.5"x 6" with a shoulder strap height of 19". It is made of acrylic yarn, black and off-white, with speckled bits of brown, and white cotton strings to hold the wefts (or horizontal yarn). I have not lined it, but it is possible. I've sewn the bottom and side with the acrylic yarn, make it quite strong and durable. The shoulder strap is crocheted with the black acrylic yarn and is half-inch thick.

To add a little more color, I have added plastic and wood beads that weight it down and makes it jingle. I tried to keep to a southwestern, Native-American look.


 Also, I added my "Handmade by simi" label. What do you think? Any suggestions or comments?

Price: $10

To the market

My previous Market Bag was praised, so I created another one using linen, cotton/acrylic blend and acrylic. The linen or flax yarn is quite strong and should hold a heavy load.

I also sewed in my "Handmade by simi" label. I will eventually like to order these with my logo, but until then, this will do.

Care Instructions: machine washable cold gentle cycle and line dry.

This market bag is for sale for $10.