Polly made a Dolly

Welcome to my blog, 10 years of musings on all elements of dollmaking. 

Find ideas on encouraging children to play with their dolls, and how to clean and care for their dolly. Have a go at making your own toys, and read indepth articles on the craft of dollmaking and the lifestyle that goes with it. 
Engaging in doll play: British butterflies

Engaging in doll play: British butterflies

How about heading out on a butterfly hunt? My collection of British butterfly dolls showcase five species that are relatively...
The Wheel of the Year and Ogham tree zodiac

The Wheel of the Year and Ogham tree zodiac

As I’ve learnt more about tree folklore I have discovered the ogham tree zodiac. The tree zodiac fits around the...
Marking the seasons : an Easter garden

Marking the seasons : an Easter garden

Each year on Palm Sunday we make an Easter garden at home. It holds a central spot on our seasonal...
Engaging in doll play