She's German. She has a tin head. A leather body. She's jointed. And she's all mine!
I've waited a long time to add one to my collection. Mostly because of the price they fetch. But FINALLY, I snagged one a few months back off of Ebay.
...such a soulful look in those eyes...
At some point in time, someone has restitched the legs just below the knees...otherwise, she is in beautiful shape. I move her all around the house as she looks adorable no matter where she goes.
Even in the rearview mirror she's a beaut!
And to totally change subjects, did you hear that Karen is hosting another Where Bloggers Create tour?
It's all set to happen in mid July. Oh my...wonder if I can get my room whipped back into presentable shape by then?! Nothing like company coming to get the dials turned to "clean"............
This was a really fun event. So many creative people...tons of eye candy, inspiration, and ideas.
And speaking of FUN, Mary Ann's newest journaling class, Full Tilt Boogie will begin on June 17th. Sign up begins on June 8th. She's also offering a generous chunk of her proceeds to the Red Cross as well as offering a discount based on need to a sizable number of students. Click on her link to read all about it. There's even a video for your viewing pleasure featuring a sneak peek of the upcoming adventure!
Okay. Time to push that vacuum cleaner around before it hits 100 degrees today where I live. Yipes! So grateful for central air...
Xo, Sue
Now THAT is a beautiful doll. Love her wooden hands. So lovely! And I'm so glad the Where Bloggers Create party is coming again this year. I've signed up and now hoping to get my studio built by then. A lot of work to do...
Posted by: Thespoena McLaughlin | Thursday, June 02, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Oh, she is a beauty, Sue! I never knew dolls were made with tin!
I won't be participating in the WBC party this year, but look forward to visiting everyone who does!
We hit 70 degrees this week and the aspen leaves are finally out. So I'm declaring Winter over - and Painting Season begins!!! :)
Have a happy one,
~ Zuzu
Posted by: Zuzu | Thursday, June 02, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Love, love, love the doll!!!!!! What a find! It was 101 here today.... aren't you glad you moved?!!! I hope to have time to do something creative soon.... should be able to next week. I must go check out Mary Ann's sneak peek!
Posted by: Linda Jo | Thursday, June 02, 2011 at 07:08 PM
Hola Sue, there´s so, soooo much beauty all over your blog, such a great pleasure finding you!!!
hugs from Chile
Posted by: maria cecilia | Thursday, June 02, 2011 at 09:42 PM
ooo I {heart} your German dolly so very much...what a precious find indeed!
she really is a beauty...pretty hands and very cute in the rearview mirror too (you crack me up!)
She (will you name her?) is quite the shutterbug :)
Stay Cool Jewel...that's HOT!
We are enjoying what now feels like spring after our blaze of hot hazy and humid a couple of days ago...Mother Nature is fickle...
Happy Friday Dear One!
oxo
Posted by: ~*~Patty | Friday, June 03, 2011 at 09:52 AM
Sue, what a beautiful treasure!!! She's absolutely gorgeous, and I think you were meant to be her new Mom. Love your pics of her! Hugs, Terri xoxo
Posted by: Terri Kahrs | Saturday, June 04, 2011 at 03:35 PM
Dear Sue, she is fantastic- ,what a beautiful doll, I never had one with tin head in my hands- she is something very special- you have been a lucky finder--
thank you for your sweet words on my blog- I`m proud of having all you dear friends in my life.
Hugs,Dorthe
Posted by: Dorthe | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 03:19 AM
You know old dolls usually kind of "creep" me but this one is something else. She is truly intriguing and your pictures really bring that out!
Posted by: jill | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 11:23 AM
This Belle has seen better days...ahh the stories she could tell if she could. I think old dolls get a bad rap ,,,thanks to "Chucky" and his weird pals....love how you photgraphed her too.
Posted by: Cynthia Schelzig | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 03:22 PM
Sue, you always find the best things for the best photo shoots don't ya?
Love what you have done with her photos, do you think you will be sewing clothes for her, or are you looking for vintage dolls clothes. Oooooo that would be so neat.
Happy Anniversary for tomorrow btw, we are going out for the day :)
Posted by: Lynn | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 04:20 PM
What a payoff for a long wait, she is really beautiful. I love how you photographed her for us to see. The one in the tree....priceless. I have never even seen a doll such as this one, so I really enjoyed this post. Enjoy her.
Posted by: kathy | Sunday, June 12, 2011 at 06:19 PM
so cult,Love what you have done with her photos
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