This past week my friends and I (four ladies in a van) visited the Sewing and Stichery Expo in Puyallup, Washington (just south of Seattle). It was my first visit to this iconic sewing show and it did not disappoint. Since all of us that went are doll makers we were most excited to hit the booths that sold trims, embellishments, and doll patterns! My favourite booths were Treasures of the Gypsy for the sheer volume of doll inspiration, doll patterns and colourful materials, and Barbara Willis and Betts Vidal's booth for pure romantic, european, old world charm! Other notables were money was well spent include Reets' Rags to Stitches, Mary Jo Hiney Designs, Wooden Spool Designs, and i-Bead to name but a few.
Needless to say too much money was spent, too much fun was had, and yes, we would do it again in a heartbeat!
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| Flat Dolls by Barbara Willis for Sale |
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| One of three new patterns by Barbara Willis, "Prilly" |
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| "Monique" |
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| Final new pattern called "Prudence" |
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| Betts Vidal new paper doll, so enchanting and fun. |
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Betts new doll, called "Twig" a back to nature girl
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