Softie Photos for Christchurch New Zealand Doll Drive

Look at the lovely Bunnies that Kristy (NZ) made, aren’t they just too cute and colorful!

And one big lady bug from Greta (NZ).   I Just love the heart shaped spots :)

These two sweeties are on their way over from Bella in the UK. 

And these are just some that Leonie from Kiwi at Heart has received so far.  For more please pop on over to her blog!

For more information regarding this doll and stuffed toy drive please go here.

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Well done everyone, they look so beautiful, hope you all have a lovely weekend!

Take care & Happy Sewing!

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Deer Softie Stuffed Toy PDF Sewing Pattern Finished!

How many different names are there for a deer …. Loads I’ve realized!! Hahaha well these little fawns, deers, doe and stag, reindeer, have tiptoed out of the forest for some fun!

They love to jump and spring around the meadows ….

… shake their little tails …

And of course dress up in some woodland garb!

My little one informed me that the stags nose wasn’t quite right ..... 

I did try and tell her that it wasn’t Christmas yet, but she wasn’t having any of it!!!

You can find my Fawns in my Etsy Shop ♥

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Take Care and Happy Sewing!
 



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Doll Drive for Japan Drop off Locations in Australia

The wonderful Lexi (AU) over at Pottymouthmama has set up a Doll and Softie Drop Off Drive for the Children of Japan, Hooray! Thank you for the anonyms person who told me about it!

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This Dop Off Doll Drive is now closed! 

Thanks everyone! 

Go here to see some of the fab dolls and softies collected!

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What can you do? Donate a handmade or new soft toy for donation to a child in Japan.
How? Stitch one with love, or choose one with your heart. All donated toys will be sent to Save the Children in Japan for distribution.
When? Now! Time is of the essence.

Where:  There are 4 locations:

SYDNEY
Calico & Ivy
10 Birchgrove Road
Balmain, NSW 2041

PERTH
Calico & Ivy
10 Glyde Street
Mosman Park, WA 6012

BRISBANE
Hello Owl
43 Miles Street
Bald Hills, Qld 4036

ADELAIDE
Nest Studio
147 Magill Road
Stepney, SA 5069
(Thursday to Saturday: 11am - 3pm)

For updates, and more information, please visit Lexi’s blog

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So if you are interested, and live by any of the locations please drop of a doll or softie. Please remember these are DROP OFF locations. DO NOT send your dolls to these locations. I will let you know if I hear of any other doll drives for Japan in other countries ASAP.

Don’t forget to send me photos of your finished softies and dolls!

Take care and Happy Sewing!

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Doll Drive For The Children of Japan

My heart goes out to the people of Japan and I am sure you all feel the same. I have been seeing the photos of the children as all of you have and hope above all hopes that an agency out there will be helping them.
After a little research I came across the Save The Children UK.

“Recent reports show several villages now under water with at least one city completely destroyed. Due to the fears of an explosion near the nuclear plant, 215,000 people are reported to have been evacuated and to have spent the night without electricity and water.”

How they will help.

"Our response will focus on helping provide children with psychosocial care, such as setting up areas where children can play safely, to help return some sense of normality to their lives as soon as possible."

Stephen McDonald, Save the Children's team leader in Japan said, "Our first priority in Japan is to ensure that the most vulnerable children receive protection and care. It's very important for the affected children to return to normal life as soon as possible."



A father and child walk through a devastated area in Sendai, northern Japan: AP Photo/Kyodo News



How we can help.

I have had many e-mails asking if I will be setting up a Dolly Donations Drive. As mentioned in an earlier post I am not currently setting up doll drives myself.

If you know of anyone who has set one up, or you will be setting one up for the children of Japan please let me know.



Children made homeless by last week's devastating tsunami in Japan could be about to face fresh misery as temperatures plunge source



For information on how to set up a Dolly Donations Drive please go to the FAQ page.

I will support and publisize a doll drive in every way I can.

Please see this page for a list of our current Active Doll Drives

Take care everyone and Happy Sewing.

Sarah

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