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. 
Five British Butterflies: Meet my new dolls

Five British Butterflies: Meet my new dolls

With these butterfly dolls children can combine whimsical play, outdoor exploration and learning.
London Toy Fair – from the perspective of an artisan toymaker.

London Toy Fair – from the perspective of an artisan toymaker.

My first impression on arrival was the smell – it really smelt of plastic - it was a shock. There...
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...
Engaging in doll play