I am beginning to really enjoy creating little toys for babies, and when I get in the mood to do that, then I get in the mood, and there is almost no stopping it! I imagine lovely little chubby fingers holding onto the doll, and smiling away. While working with the handspun, and naturally dyed yarn, it's even more exciting to know that the babies will not be exposed to any harsh chemicals in the name of saving a few bucks. With this doll, they will be cared for in a way that is special, and still a little different in the culture that we live in.
The idea that this is also helpful for the environment is something that has me grinning from ear to ear as I create. I mean, really, how could it get much better than that?
If you are looking for a gift for a baby, and want to make sure that the gift is something that is special, and that was created with health, happiness and love of the baby in mind, then this doll is a perfect choice. With this lovely little doll, there are no chemicals added. This is a natural gift that as it breaks down over the years will not cause harm to people or the environment. It is a wonderful size for little fingers to hold on to.
This baby toy was created with handspun yarn. The natural dye used for the yarn that creates the body is the spice tumeric. The dye used for the hat and sweater on this lovely little doll was beet juice. The dye that was used for the eyes and mouth of this doll was blueberries.
While working with the blueberry yarn, the intention is to hold sweetness and healing for the person who is receiving the toy.
The stuffing for this doll is an organic wool blend.
To care for this doll, handwashing in cool water and laying out to dry are recommended.
Hours invested: 6 hours plus spinning and dyeing time.
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