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. 
My top three dolls for new baby!

My top three dolls for new baby!

Today I want to answer a question I am often asked: which of my dolls is best for a baby?...
Engaging in doll play : making a simple cart

Engaging in doll play : making a simple cart

Now my girls are getting older, the way that they play with their dolls is changing too. The role play...
Why dolls help children in times of crisis

Why dolls help children in times of crisis

I write this blog in my third week of homeschooling my girls due to Covid-19. The time I have to...
Engaging in doll play