May 15th, 2012
A beautiful Regency dressed bed circa 1811~1820…
specially commissioned by my gorgeous client.
Her vision was very clear she wanted a simple patchwork quilt…
with a random pattern and a country feel for an attic room.
Happily… I accepted the challenge…
my patchwork contains 680 teeny tiny 7mm x 7mm squares
Now thats a lot of squares…
and I’m sure you’ll agree… a true labour of love.
A simple Regency dress has been thrown on the bed…
it pools on the floor, is highly detailed with its ruching and bows.
As always all hand~sewn by me…
After all that sewing… I think I deserve a cup of tea.
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Life is all about timing… the unreachable becomes reachable, the unavailable become available, the unattainable… attainable. Have the patience, wait it out It’s all about timing.”
~ Anonymous ~
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May 8th, 2012
~ Presenting Grace ~
A beautiful young Victorian miss…
She wears a two tiered Victorian ensemble
made using the finest of pure silks…
Trimmed with beautiful hand dyed vintage laces…
fine braids, fringing and silk ribbon bows..
Grace’s hair is worn in a style typical of the era with small
ringlets falling offering softness to her delicate face…
Her undergarments are simple pretty, lace trimmed
and are complete with white silk bows…
She wears black stockings and leather laced boots…
And at the back of her dress is a large sash bow.
Grace’s costume is highly detailed…
as always, everything is hand sewn by me.
Should you have any enquiries regarding Grace or any other piece, please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Tuesday’s child is full of Grace”
~ Anonymous ~
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May 4th, 2012
Le Boudoir was created for The London Dollshouse Festival several years ago she sold within 10 minutes of the show opening… it was nice to receive a re~commission for her…
Her bloomers have two rows of hand~sewn pin tucks while her corset is highly detailed using vintage laces, trims and tiny pearls. Black stockings and triple strapped buttoned shoes complete her ensemble…
Her stunning auburn hair is held up in place with a pearl comb…
tiny curls fall framing her face and like my original
she has brown doe eyes… and a décolletage to die for…
Le Boudoir was a specially commissioned piece and is a Limited Edition. However should you have any enquiries regarding her or any other doll please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Without a smile your attire is incomplete”
~ Anon ~
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April 6th, 2012
The Countess has arrived with her gorgeous owner Francois,
Doesn’t she look perfect where he has positioned her…?
She’s sitting in the stunning and very grand living room at
Peacock Park…
The exquisite sofa is made by the beautiful and talented
Maritza Moran…
You can read more about Violet and her ensemble in my recent post
by clicking here…
Violet is a specially commissioned piece, however should you have any enquiries regarding her or any other doll,
please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“When we strive to become better than we are,
everything around us becomes better too.”
~ Paulo Coelho ~
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March 18th, 2012
Isabelle wears an Edwardian dress with a vintage lace overlay
intricately hand~sewn onto silk, trimmed with roses and silk ribbon,
a silk sash is worn at the waist and a bolero style vintage tulle jacket…
Her beautiful brunette hair is worn up in a loose bun…
Her daughter Françoise is holding a letter from her dear Father who writes of his life while away at war…
Françoise wears a pink silk dress, her collar is made using vintage lace and she has a silk sash. Françoise has beautiful wavy
brunette hair which held in place with a pale pink headband.
Completing their ensembles both Mother and Daughter
wear cream leather buttoned boots.
As always, everything is hand sewn by me.
‘A Letter from Father’ is a specially commissioned piece…
should you have any enquiries regarding it or any other piece,
please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Mothers hold their child’s hand for a moment
and their heart for a lifetime”
~ Anonymous ~
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March 14th, 2012
~ SOLD ~ CURRENTLY AVAILABLE ~ SOLD ~
Presenting Anne, my take on the character from the enchanting series Anne of Green Gables.
Wearing a simple yet pretty floral cotton dress and with a fine check apron over, both trimmed with tiny pearl buttons…
Anne has lovely auburn hair which is worn in braids and tied with ribbons, a large straw hat frames her sweet freckled face…
Wearing late Edwardian style laced leather boots and carries all her worldly possessions in a carpet bag…
As always, everything is hand~sewn.
Anne is available for sale, she will be sold on a first come basis…
If you have any enquiries regarding Anne or any other doll
please do not hesitate to email me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Love is just a word until someone comes along & gives it meaning.”
~ Anon ~
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March 5th, 2012
Countess Violet wears an Edwardian two piece ensemble made using the finest purple striped silk which is trimmed with vintage laces…
She has a rather stern face, a wicked tongue yet she has a heart of gold which can be seen through her kindly eyes.
Wearing a hat trimmed with silk chiffon and tiny adornments…
Further detail of her costume can be seen here showing beautiful draping which falls naturally, allowing the fabric to pool around her…
Vintage lace adorns Violet’s jacket, under which she wears a blouse made using cream lawn, more vintage lace and a silk bow.
Lace gloves are worn and in one hand holds a handkerchief…
In the other hand she holds a walking cane. Her undergarments are simple yet pretty and on her feet she wears black leather boots…
Violet’s once dark hair has turned silver grey with time,
though remaining darker shades can be seen at the back.
Tiny Amethyst earrings are worn in her ears…
As always all hand~sewn by me.
Violet is a specially commissioned piece, however should you have any enquiries regarding her or any other doll,
please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“We could always start with Mrs Crawley and Lady Grantham”
~ Violet. The Dowager Countess ~
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February 15th, 2012
Jane wears a Regency white empire style dress, with puff sleeves and a ruched bodice trimmed with pale green silk sash…
A simple silk shawl is draped around her arms, her undergarments are simple yet pretty very much in keeping with the period…
Jane has a beautiful delicate face… her hair is worn up in a loose bun and delicate curls fall gently…
Wearing a white gown was considered a sign of high society status as it dirtied quickly… meaning one would own several.
As always, all hand~sewn by me.
Jane is a specially commissioned piece, however should you have any enquiries regarding her or any other doll,
please do e~mail me…
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“Well, my comfort is, I am sure Jane will die of a broken heart, and then he will be sorry for what he has done”
~ Mrs. Bennett about Bingley’s treatment of her daughter Jane ~
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January 21st, 2012
Another set of Photographs arrived in my inbox today…
They’re wonderful aren’t they… ?
Along with the pictures was a link to Peacock Park
Where my lovely client tells the story of a day in the life of William…
Can you you remember I blogged about him here well, he’s no longer lost and is lucky to find a wonderful home at Peacock Park… !
Thank You Francois… its a beautiful blog post…!
If you have any enquiries regarding William, his family members or any other doll please do not hesitate to email me
lisajohnsonrichards@blueyonder.co.uk
“How beautiful a day can be
When kindness touches it”
~ George Elliston ~
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