I am going to create something I have never seen anywhere else. I use to love making cloth dolls. But being that I am into fsl. I have given myself until the end of this year to create one. Everything except her yarn hair will be done in lace. I am talking 3d, at least 18-24 inches tall. So what do you all think of this idea? I will keep everyone updated on her progress. And yes I will be still uploading a few new designs over the next few months. Wish me luck.

Ohh-la-la...I can't wait to see this fantastic project. Perhaps you'll enter her in some contests and win again. You are certainly gifted to undertake such a task. Kudos to you. The countdown until the unveiling...LOL! ~Rita

What kind of dog will her dog be? It might help with name inspiration.

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by sewinhuggs 20 Nov 2010

I don't know yet. I created one that looks a little like a mutt. But leaning toward a curly tail dog similar to what my akita use to look like. And I don't want to use his name. All suggestions are welcome. I do know he will be a big dog. At least fit a 5x7 hoop.
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Wow!!!I admire your quest, and I'm looking forward to seeing pictures.....enjoy and take your time.....blessings Janet

After spending the last nine hours working out design patterns. I have her face digitize. Test samples of her clothing and skin stitch out. Her panties have been design. Her size draw up, she will be about 24 inches tall. Now all I have to do is get her body and clothing design. I am just a little intimated about how long it is going to take to stitch her out. Thanks for the encouragement. I will keep everyone posted on her progress.
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Good luck! Can't wait to see!

Sounds like quite a goal you are setting for yourself. I am sure Annie Mae Sunshine will be a welcome addition for christmas

Great challenge for yourself - I hope to be seeing Annie Mae Sunshine soon, too.

Sounds like wonderful project. The idea fascinates me and, having seen some of the wonderful creations made by digitisers, I now believe that anything is possible.
I love the doll's name... Annie Mae Sunshine.
I'll be following your progress all the way.
It's an exciting path into the New Year.... Sewinhuggs AMS Doll Project ....
So, what do I think??? It's a brilliant idea!!!
Go for it!!!!
AlmaG.

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

Yes you are right about anything possible. She is my final big project of this year. I have her name, created her face and am now doing samples of her skin and clothing in lace. Thanks
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What a goal this is! It will be interesting to see what you come up with. As I's sitting here thinking about the size, I'm if you are going to do buttons and buttonholes to make Annie Mae be able to move.

Just "thinking out loud".....

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

I haven't decided how I am going to do her dress yet. I do know she will have posable hands and arms. I am going to try to make her stand on her own without a doll stand. Today is create a face day and to test out lace patterns for her skin and clothes.
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That sounds like a challenge. Can't wait to see what you come up with. You are an ambitous lady.

This is a delightful challenge, and should be very interesting. Can't wait to see your charming results.
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Sounds like quite a challenge. Have fun. Can't wait to see what you come with.

Great idea!
I wish him much success in your new project!!!

Sounds like a fun project. I have never learned to digitize--will be looking forward to the results of Annie Mae Sunshine. H&*

So why are you still lurking here? Go and get on with it so we can see the results!

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by spendlove 23 Oct 2010

Mmm - perhaps I should take my own advice!

Wow that is a big challange, I cant wait to see it. You do beautiful work. Iva

Wow ! Some challenge and a short time frame . Please stay sane .Can't wait to see her

I hope your project will go just as good as the lace you have made already. Good luck with it and I look forward to see the results, Yvonne

Well best of luck. Looking forward in meeting Annie Mae Sunshine, when she is completed. Hugs Yvonne

Wonderful idea! Very good challenge. I will look forward to seeing her.

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

You know, you will be one of the first to see after all of the help you have given me. Thanks again for the help.
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OOH That sounds so pretty. Better than the plain little dolls I make.Looking fwd to Ms Annie.

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

I hate plain dolls. I will say my cloth dolls look like small children. So I know her and her friend will be a long way from plain.Thanks
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I can't even imagine making something like this, but of course I have never done FSL.....I am getting close though and it will probably possess me in a few months....so go for it girl and I will be waiting to meet Miss Annie Mae Sunshine.....

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

Once you start,you are hooked. Then you ask yourself why did I take so Good luck.
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That is an ambitious task. Keep us posted on how it's going.

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

I will not only keep you all posted. I am keep a journal as I go along. I already have it set to go.
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Sounds like great fun. Best of luck to you!!

Oh wow i have knitt a few doll outfits those big dolls that used to be on our beds 50 years ago with the wide skirts & that took hours but now your project should be as you say the ultimate.I can't wait to see it :):) Carolyn

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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

I have been making cloth dolls for over 20 years and the later ones had over 50 hour tied into making them. That is why I am doing this. I don't want to lose my brain power. ha, ha,
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I wish you luck, My goodness that is a challenge. Hope you post your dolly up in projects for all to see your lovely work :)

wow that will be great lots of pictures please

Wow, that will be quite a project. Good luck. And to do all that during the Christmas sewing season- amazing

I think it is great to challenge yourself. When you put it in writing it gives you that extra nudge to keep going until finished, Is anyone else up for a challenge? It could be a personal challenge or group? Anyone have any ideas. I'm up for a challenge also. Can't wait to meet Annie Mae!

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by sewinhuggs 22 Oct 2010

You are right, that is why I did what I did here. As I write, I am printing out my graph paper to draw my designs on. The part I am not looking forward to is since moving I can't find my old doll patterns that I created years ago. So I am going to be making two dolls,one in cloth and one in lace. That way I will get her right the first time.
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by shirlener88 23 Oct 2010

It sounds like you know what you are doing!

by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010

I do when it comes to cloths dolls. While living in South Carolina, I won awards for them as well as did craft shows. That is why I am doing this. I love to sew and now do just fsl. To see some of my items I made before moving to San Antonio, they can be found at:www.webshots.com under the name of creativehuggs.
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