I recently asked Stephanie Corfee update my little matryoshka dolls in the shop……mostly because I wanted to make these little plushies! I printed out one of the images onto t-shirt transfer paper and ironed it onto white fabric. I cut out the image leaving a 1/2″ border and cut out the same size for the back:
(Note: I use Dharma’s Super Soft Transfer Paper…..because it becomes part of the fabric (i.e. no slick or shiny image)
I used my sewing machine to stitch around the edges……
….but left a large gap at the bottom:
I used the opening to add stuffing:
And then hand stitched the bottom closed with a hidden stitch. You could add sand in the bottom to make it a door stop!
Oh, and a t-shirt to match. A fun way to make a few gifts for some special people……
We offer the Matryoshka image in the shop as well as the black and white version (for silk screening as well). Make a black and white doll and let your kiddo color it themselves with fabric markers for a fun project….or gift it with a set of fabric markers for a stocking stuffer or birthday present.
You can find both Matryoshka listings by clicking the images below:
Response to Kristin-as a cancer survivor too, I would like to let you know that I see no harm in all at offering it to her little girl as a “get well gift”. If her mother objects, just tell her that the Lord has blessed you and wants to use you as a blessing to others. I often found myself saying no to meals, offers of carpool….and was told that many times and it made me feel so much better and that I wasn’t putting anyone out. I think your gesture is precious and think they both would love it!
Hey Ashley,
This comment has nothing to do with your dolls, even though they are adorable. I’m hoping you find some time to answer me. I make and sell craft projects at a local boutique. I received a special order from the mother of a cancer patient for one of my fabric magnet boards. (She already purchased one from me and she and her daughter play with magnets on it when her mom gets to visit her at the hospital. However, she wants another magnet board that is a lot more girly!) My heart just wants to make one for her without charge. As a cancer patient and mom, do you think that is a good idea? I don’t want someone to feel like a charity case, but my heart goes out to anyone dealing with cancer…especially when they are only six and the outlook is not promising. I hope you have a minute to answer…Thanks (oh, and I love the way you parent!)
I agree with Wendy below…..whatever your heart says to do……just do it! I make up the rules all the time 🙂 I want to see them though! Send me a photo if you get a chance 🙂
I want to see them too 🙂
Kristin- just do it!!! Your heart is obviously giving you a sign, I say follow it. I’m a firm believer in “paying it forward” and following those subtle signs that the Universe sends out to us. 😉
How adoreable!! The Bl/Wh one for a stocking is a marvelous idea!!!
Love this idea – do you offer a large size as a doorstop pattern? I only ask because I’m rather afraid the small size would encourage my dog to chomp chomp away rather then let them hold open doors!