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I am ridiculously excited about knitting dolls clothes

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NanaandGrampy Fri 06-Sept-19 09:28:36

One of my most cherished memories was receiving a shoe box filled with beautifully knitted Sindy doll clothes from my Gran. Each one was perfect , even down to a little silver and white wedding dress trimmed with tiny seed pearls.

I did the same for my granddaughter and she loved it, so I can totally understand your excitement Flossie , enjoy!!

harrigran Fri 06-Sept-19 09:19:36

I used to knit clothes for Sindy and, strangely, for Action man.
My DC looked after their toys and they were still in good condition when GC first started to play. The last time I looked Action man's karate suit was spoilt, only jacket remains as the trousers, hairband and all the different coloured belts have been disposed of. Sindy is naked and one of each pair of shoes gone confused

leyla Fri 06-Sept-19 09:11:39

I would have loved you if you were my grandma!

lovebeigecardigans1955 Fri 06-Sept-19 08:44:48

It's always good to create things, it gives you a warm glow, doesn't it?

I got a cheap Sindy type doll from the supermarket for £1 and I've made dresses etc for her. I've always liked sewing.

Ilovecheese Fri 06-Sept-19 08:41:20

I know exactly what you mean!

Flossieturner Fri 06-Sept-19 08:26:26

I have 8 GC, 4 boys and 4 girls, with a 22 year gap between the eldest and youngest. I enjoy knitting, but none of the parents like hand knitted children’s clothes. None of the girls have ever been interested in dolls. But now the littlest one who is nearly 4 has made my day. I made her a knitted doll with some clothes and it is her favourite toy when she visits. We recently chose together a dolls clothes patterns and I am eagerly waiting for the wool to arrive.

I was a bit surprised at the expense of the patterns and the wool, but I think I will get as much pleasure making them as she will playing with them.