May I introduce you to Pochahontas?
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| Pochahontas |
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| Pretty hat and dress |
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| I even knit her a shawl |
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| Back view of shawl |
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| Pochahontas |
My first attempt at a felt doll, which stands around fourteen inches high. I have realized that felt does not make for a good hairstyle so will try another with wool and other improvements. I think I may now give her some beads in the hair and some sparkle.
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| Pochahontas by Charles Staal Engraved by B. Eyles Via World Noted Women |
1596 Born - daughter of Cheif Powhatatan
1608 Ordeal - saved John Smith from execution
1613 Religion - converted to Christianity
1616 Ordeal - first journey to England
1617 Death - in Gravesend, England
There is a memorial statue to her at St Georges Church, Gravesend, England.
Fun wee doll, although yes, felt is not very forgiving for 'flowing' things
ReplyDeletesew pretty xx
ReplyDeleteVery sweet indeed x
ReplyDeleteGosh, died at just 21, how sad. It's one of our fave movies! She looks older than that in the painting (engraving?) but your doll looks great
ReplyDeleteYour Pochahontas is very cute. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great doll, and what a great way to spend a miserable day too. Love her earrings. I hope you feel better today.
ReplyDeleteShe's gorgeous. Well worth the time and effort it must have taken.
ReplyDeleteI love your felt dollies. Will have to give them a try when I get back to base.
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She is lovely. I expect the felt was good to work with, no hems etc
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