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purse sized dolls?

19 years ago

Looking for the little naked dollies to put into the margarine tubs and then make a drawstring purse for little gals to take to church and occupy themselves while the adults are busy?

Trying to find a source, not much luck anywhere. I don't know just where to go to ask either!

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Red_Confetti
19 years ago
FD, not sure if you are looking for the "naked dollies" or the "drawstring purse" to put them in!

Here are some instructions on making the little purses:
Cradle Purse It does NOT use a plastic base, and has a little hood on the bassinette part.

Bassinette Purse Uses a plastic dish detergent bottle as the bottom.

Baby Bassinette/Purse Uses a margarine tub for base.

baby bassinette handbag Also uses a dish detergent bottle as base.

Cradle Purse Includes matching bunting and hat for little 4" doll.

Hope these get you started. Let us know if they aren't what you are looking for!
minnie_tx
19 years ago
Go to Dollar Tree. I just bought a card with two little porcelain (not real stuff) dolls with hair and moveable arms and legs and you can take the cloths off. I'll post a photo. They are so cute. sorry the photo isn't too clear

Here is a link that might be useful:
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