Friday, July 31, 2015

All-Inclusive Designs A Shop You Are Going To Want To Share!


When I started my blog years ago I did so with the hopes of highlighting ways doll lovers, their moms, grandmas and crafty aunties could make doll play more fun and more accessible. Sharing Etsy shops on here has been a delight and a service I strongly believe in. Today I share All-Inclusive Designs and hope you will enjoy what this Etsy shop has to offer. I love the simple and easy designs of these princess inspired outfits and I think you will too!

The above is my personal favorite. I love Snow white likely my favorite princess of all time and I love the simple yet modern look of this $15 dress.
There are several princes inspired dresses for you to choose from and the price stays the same.

Girl sizes are also avalible from size 2-7! There are so many wonderful items in this shop and one I hope you will stop by and share with others. Click here to visit All-Inclusive Designs.
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Thursday, July 30, 2015

Make A Doll Travel Suitcase Carry On With Stickers Madelon Found At Marshals!

I really have to check out Marshalls for these amazing deals that Madelon keeps sending me! Today she shares her photos and ideas for turning a small box she recycled into a fun carry on sized doll suitcase!
Using a $2.99 package of stickers Madelon found which are perfectly Paris themed for our GOTY doll 2015 she was able to make a really fun craft!
See what you can do with the fun things that Madelon finds for your own dolls!
Thank you Madelon for this fun find and this craft idea!
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Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Check Your Tin Collection! You May Have A Treasure Like Madelon!

Madelon found in her collection this collectible tin which was part of a 2012 Girl Scout fundraiser.
Originally it sold for $7 and came filled with chocolate covered pretzels.
While you may have missed out on it as the fundraiser years ago you may be able to find it in a thrift store, tag sale or even on ebay! Candy tins make great luggage and lunch boxes for our dolls! Thank you to Madelon for sending us this great idea and fun find!
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Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Make A Fun Felt Fish Storyboard With My Doll Diaries Tutorial.

Pop over to Doll Diaries today for the tutorial on how to make your dolls a fun felt fish storyboard!
This was fun and easy to make with items I had on hand! Felt is an awesome medium to work with, easy to find and very affordable.
Click here to got to my Doll Diaries Tutorial.

Madelon's Carters Preemie Fun Find! No Alterations Needed!

Madelon sent me these photos this weekend of a fun Preemie outfit ship picked up at Carters that fits the 18 inch dolls beautifully!
This fashion forward look is perfect for the cooler summer nights and the colors are perfect for the season.
Preemie clothes are a wonderful way to enhance your dolls wardrobe and make an affordable option especially with the sales Carters is famous for!
Check out your local Carters and Sears locations for great deals on Preemie clothing! Thank you Madelon for the photos and the reminder of this great tip!
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Monday, July 27, 2015

Paris and French Inspired Art Work For Your Mini Doll Houses!

Madelon has shared a fantastic fun find for mini dolls and at just the right price!

 These French inspired canvas stickers make excellent wall art for your mini Grace's room!
These stickers are perfectly proportioned for the 6 inch mini dolls!
Keep your eyes open where ever stickers are sold for these mini works of art!
Thank you Madelon for sharing with us these wonderful fun finds!
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Sunday, July 26, 2015

New Doll Excitement! Disney Descendants Dolls!


Having had my nieces with me for the last few weeks has brought to my attention a new series of Dolls that Disney has out to go with the Movie release happening this month an I will have to admit I am going to watch this one closely! I love plot and the idea behind this movie. I am so excited!
I am also equally excited to see the line of dolls that is accompanying this new series. 

These dolls have the trademark Disney Eyes and fashion forward costumes but also are ball jointed and have really fun accessories!
I have to tell you that I think that the Evie and Mal Dolls are my favorite already!
There is so much to love with these new dolls and I can not wait for the Movie!
July 31st is the release date here in Canada I can not wait!
Toys R Us currently has these dolls starting at under $25! These are sure to be a hit with your tween Disney doll lovers!
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Saturday, July 25, 2015

Madelon's Fun Find And Sweet Treat Party Idea!

Ice cream treats for your and your dolls are today's Madelon's fun find!
Both these types of Ice cream individual sizes were found at Madelon's local grocery store and they are perfect for dolly ice cream parties.

One for every girl at the party and simply wash out and use in doll play after!
I will have to look for these at my grocery store to see if they have them here in Canada but if not I know I will have to find a few to bring home with me from my trip!
I think these would make a wonderful party theme and a great take home gift. Simply have your guest enjoy their ice cream wash and dry them out and add pomp poms in ice cream colors to the empty containers for instant scoops of Dolly Ice Cream!
Thank you Madelon for this wonderful fun find and giving us a great idea for a doll party activity!
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Friday, July 24, 2015

Madelon's Teaberry NJ Fun Finds, Wished She Could Have Brought Them All Home!

Have you ever walked by something and thought I should really buy that and then decided not to and regretted it? I think that is what happened to Madelon on a recent trip to Teaberry in New Jersey.

She found this Amish Doll Swing and it is so charming I think we all wished we could have it!
Another fun find is this red pot set that would be perfect for Molly's collection! I would have had a hard time walking away from this.
I love this washboard set as well and we all know a historical doll lover would have fun with this play set!
I love Madelon's fun finds and all the ways she incorporates everyday items into doll play! These would be truly hard to leave behind.
Thank you for sharing this with us today!
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Thursday, July 23, 2015

Great Pattern For Bratz and Moxie Girl Dolls!

My friend who repaints Bratz dolls also is an amazing knitter. She has just released her adorable pattern on her Etsy Shop Tiny New Faces. 
This pattern is available for down load and is offered at under $3.50 US. 
Check out this pattern and the other wonderful patterns for these dolls now in her shop by clicking here.
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Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Make Quick Team Jerseys With My Doll Diaries Tutorial...

Pop over to Doll Diaries to see my Quick Team Jerseys I created for Camp this week. Using items you can easily find at your craft or dollar store and a bit of imagination you can make these for your dolls and even some for your friends!
Click here to learn more! 
I know I said only one post a day but I wanted to share this one with you today!

Back To School Back Packs From My Girl Clothing Co


For some of us it is the most wonderful time of the year as the adds on television tell us and while I love having my kids and nieces home in the summer I love school supplies just as much!
My Girl Clothing Co has really great back to school play sets for both girls and boys! We have and love the boys back pack set and can totally recommend it!

Each set comes with an option to order with or with out the lap top!
While we are in the midst of Summer Vacation Bliss here my thoughts are already turning to Autumn and the start of the back to school frenzy! I hope you will check out one of my most favorite shops My Girl Clothing Co by clicking here and that you enjoy the rest of your day!
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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

A Message From Karen Mom Of Three


For almost a year now I have been doing two posts a day on my blog, for the next little while I am going to have just one post a day. I hope you will understand and as soon as time permits I will do my best to get back to multiple posts! 

I will be traveling a bit over the next month and there will be daily posts but I did not want you to worry or wonder why there is only going to be one post a day. When time permits I will get multiple posts up a huge thank you to Madelon for her help with so many wonderful posts! 
Thank you all for your wonderful support and daily visits!
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Madelon's New Jersey Walmart Visit

Often I hit Walmart here or just over the boarder and find that the store has been largely shopped out of all the 18 inch doll My Life As items but Madelon recently found a store in New Jersey that was stocked with some wonderful dolls and new products!
A truly fun find is the Hair Stylist New York themed 18 inch dolls
Along with the summer themed dolls this store was well stocked!
Clearly they had a lovely selection of a mixture of these dolls!
they also had some of the most sought after play sets!
I love it when you find everything you are looking for in one spot and Madelon clearly hit pay dirt with this location. Keep your eyes out at your local Walmart for this line of fun items and dolls!
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