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by sewinhuggs 23 Oct 2010 ( edited Nov 20'10 20:57 )
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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.

Smiles
Sewinhuggs
Ps. Her name will be Annie Mae Sunshine

Comments (29)
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by bevintex 23 Oct 2010
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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 23 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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by sewalaskan 23 Oct 2010
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Wow, that will be quite a project. Good luck. And to do all that during the Christmas sewing season- amazing
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by hayjude 23 Oct 2010
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wow that will be great lots of pictures please
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by nonna57 23 Oct 2010
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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 :)
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by noah 23 Oct 2010
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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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Sewinhuggs
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by shuede 23 Oct 2010
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Sounds like great fun. Best of luck to you!!
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by capoodle 23 Oct 2010
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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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by quilter124 23 Oct 2010
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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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by theduchess 23 Oct 2010
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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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Sewinhuggs
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by sewmom 23 Oct 2010
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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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Sewinhuggs
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by castelyn 23 Oct 2010
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Well best of luck. Looking forward in meeting Annie Mae Sunshine, when she is completed. Hugs Yvonne
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by trovato 23 Oct 2010
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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
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by doretta 23 Oct 2010
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Wow ! Some challenge and a short time frame . Please stay sane .Can't wait to see her
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by mommadooks 23 Oct 2010
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Wow that is a big challange, I cant wait to see it. You do beautiful work. Iva
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by spendlove 23 Oct 2010
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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!
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by dlmds 23 Oct 2010
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Sounds like a fun project. I have never learned to digitize--will be looking forward to the results of Annie Mae Sunshine. H&*
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by dilceia 23 Oct 2010
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Great idea!
I wish him much success in your new project!!!
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by clawton 23 Oct 2010
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Sounds like quite a challenge. Have fun. Can't wait to see what you come with.
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by jacquipaul 23 Oct 2010
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This is a delightful challenge, and should be very interesting. Can't wait to see your charming results.
*4u!
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by crafter2243 23 Oct 2010
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That sounds like a challenge. Can't wait to see what you come up with. You are an ambitous lady.
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by kateyjones32 23 Oct 2010
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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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by almag 23 Oct 2010
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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
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by shirlener88 24 Oct 2010
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Great challenge for yourself - I hope to be seeing Annie Mae Sunshine soon, too.
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by lbrow 24 Oct 2010
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Sounds like quite a goal you are setting for yourself. I am sure Annie Mae Sunshine will be a welcome addition for christmas
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by leenova54 24 Oct 2010
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Good luck! Can't wait to see!
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by sewinhuggs 24 Oct 2010
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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.
Smiles
Sewinhuggs
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by kalinelson 24 Oct 2010
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Wow!!!I admire your quest, and I'm looking forward to seeing pictures.....enjoy and take your time.....blessings Janet
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by sewmom 20 Nov 2010
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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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Sewinhuggs
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by msfancyvip 20 Nov 2010
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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