Sometimes when I design something, it just comes. I find that is especially true when I've been thinking about a design for a long time. This Snowflake Sprite was in my head for years and when she finally came through my fingers it was just so easy. Sigh. I love it when that happens.
She turned out just the way she looked in my head.
I think she'll be a perfect Christmas decoration, maybe a Christmas tree-topper.
However, my dad saw something else in her. Something that I didn't see until he mentioned it and then it became so clear - with this one design I can make two distinctly different dolls. I am going to make Dad's suggestion next, so stayed tuned for that version of this little sprite.
Even though I have no room whatsoever in my teeny tiny flat to store more paper patterns, this doll is just begging to be made into a two-in-one paper pattern, with two different doll designs in one. Guess some of my clothes will have to go - there's nothing else for it.
She is amazing. I love that when I see your dolls your have taken a basic idea and gone to the next level. I can not wait for your Dad's idea.
Posted by: Liz | June 14, 2010 at 05:05 AM
She's so graceful and beautiful - and her face is amazing. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Beth Ann | June 11, 2010 at 12:39 AM
Is the alternative an indian goddess? 'Cause I'm seeing a lot of arms here... Kendra
Posted by: Kendra | June 04, 2010 at 05:41 PM
What an adorable doll! Hmm, she almost looks like one of those Hindu goddesses with multiple arms if she were done in reds and oranges - oh and of course with multiple hands too. :-)
Posted by: Lemon Tree Tami | May 30, 2010 at 06:19 PM
Colleen, she is so cute! I love the snowflake it looks so interesting. Isn't it great when a plan comes together? Look forward to seeing your other version of her.
Posted by: Mary Wilkes | May 30, 2010 at 04:13 AM
She's fabulous! Can't wait to see what the other version will be.
Posted by: Sue K. | May 29, 2010 at 11:01 PM
She's just fabulous, I am intrigued to see what your alternative creation will look like!.
Posted by: Jules | May 29, 2010 at 12:10 PM
Wow! Wonderful! What personality! Love it! Can't wait to see the other one!
Posted by: Helen | May 29, 2010 at 11:28 AM
You are so clever Colleen! Great idea well executed!
Posted by: Sharon Mitchell | May 29, 2010 at 09:27 AM
I really love this. It is so cute! I would love to make this doll. You are so creative. I just love it!
Posted by: Stephanie | May 29, 2010 at 01:07 AM
Oh Colleen! She is so cute!!! You have such a great imagination. I am finally finished with those pesky bridesmaids dresses if you need me!
hugs Karen
Posted by: Karen Mallory | May 28, 2010 at 09:59 PM