Charlie - cloth doll maker

latest few dolls available

2012-02-02T05:30:00.000-08:00

These dolls are here today and will ship soon to galleries.

Little Girl Workshop (2 day)

2012-01-25T15:40:00.000-08:00

Just finished the class info for a new class - 2 days - pattern provided - making a little girl. Can be made to stand or sit. She has a needle sculpted face, fingers and hair.

Whimsy

2012-01-08T09:55:00.000-08:00

bottom 2 are available at Starring The Gallery in Northville, Michigan!!

The top five are still here and available at this time.
($190)

Whimsy

2012-01-04T13:52:00.001-08:00

New Doll Series - Whimsy - Tag says Whimsy - Having been born with an extra portion of Whimsy, she does the only right thing - she SHARES it. The great thing about Whimsy is the more you share it the more you have!!!

Smile doll wins 1st place in 'Fall Colors' competition in Jasper, GA

2011-12-31T13:57:00.000-08:00

Latest Smile Dolls

2011-12-30T17:29:00.001-08:00

These dolls are available.

Come here, my little pretty!!!

2011-10-24T11:54:00.000-07:00

New Sweet Santa

2011-09-19T11:38:00.000-07:00

The new Santa doll for this year is small - and a little more refined, with buttons or beads or embroidery instead of fur around his coat. He carries a black velvet bag and is the Santa for kids of all ages. He sits on a chair made from a log and is about 10 inches tall sitting.

New 3 day class added - 2 locations

2011-08-02T11:13:00.000-07:00

I have just added a new classes and scheduled it at 2 locations. One in Michigan and the other in Asheville. It will be a 'design your own' but with a twist. With only 3 days, I am bringing some body parts already stuffed and the patterns that made them for you to use for reference. You can decide if you need the extra help or not! We will start with a pattern for a head and then once each student has the face needle sculpted and we know WHO you have made, each student will make a body to go with that face. Could be male or female, young or old, fat or thin, human or fantasy. You will choose. You can focus on the body or make a simple body and play more with the clothing.

Contact me if you have questions!!!

www.charlieclothdolls@gmail.com

The latest 3 in the Smile Series

2011-06-26T09:21:00.000-07:00

New doll series "SMILE" They come with a smile guarantee.

2011-06-19T08:03:00.000-07:00

The tag for this series says:

Smile

This doll comes with a Smile Guarantee. Place her somewhere that you will see her each day. Be sure to look up when you pass her.
If she cannot make you SMILE, then you just might need to go out for Ice Cream Instead.

An original doll - envisioned, designed, stitched, stuffed and embellished by Charlie Patricolo

They are for sale at $170 plus shipping

Story Book Dolls

2011-03-29T06:19:00.000-07:00

Just finished the first few dolls in a new series: Story Book Dolls. They come with a book where you can write her story. The idea was that an adult (Grandma, aunt, mom, or other adult) would 'share' this doll with a young person - writing the story and then giving the doll to that young person when they became old enough to appreciate it as a handmade item. Her clothes are sewn on taking her out of the 'play doll' arena.

Her tag says: This doll needs a special name.. Her book is for you to record her story. She needs a new home and a big experience.

On the first page: Taking this doll home is just the beginning. She has a story to tell and you have the joy of creating the story to write in her book. The easiest way is to share her with a young person to help you remember the magic of exploring your imagination. Begin with giving her a name ________________

Then there are blank (removable) pages inside to write on.

New 2 day class - Itty, Bitty Elf

2011-03-23T17:28:00.000-07:00

Make a small, seated elf. She has movable arms and fingers. Charlie will provide a pattern and the materials for the face, body, hair, stuffing and a small selection of clothing fabrics. You may bring other fabrics and trims if you prefer.

This class will be offered for the first time in May at Asheville Cotton Co. Watch for future classes in other locations.

Bring on Spring - PLEASE

2011-02-03T10:45:00.000-08:00

New series of Elves selling Spring. Hopefully this will help get out of this snowy winter.

New 2 day class

2011-01-26T07:48:00.000-08:00

New class offered! This 2 day class will have students focusing on faces and a bit of creative draping for clothing. This 'stump' doll is on a tube and rod stand and is quick to put together because it has no defined legs.

New Tree Class Added

2010-10-25T13:40:00.000-07:00

I just scheduled a Tiny Tree class - this will be a 4 hour class to make the little trees. Check the schedule to the right for all of the classes currently offered.

Elf Selling Acorns and Pinecones

2010-10-25T06:40:00.000-07:00

Latest entry in the Selling Elves series

This little Elf is selling Pine cones and Acorns

Available $170

Tree Top Angel

2010-10-21T10:37:00.000-07:00

New Doll!!! Tree Top Angel, She goes on top of your Holiday Tree.

Retail $110

Old World St. Nick class - NEW

2010-09-24T13:52:00.000-07:00

First time offered. 2 day Old World St. Nick class. Pattern provided for standing figure. Students will provide fabrics for pants and long coat. Provides an opportunity for a simple figure where you can focus on embellishing the coat.

Check the schedule for dates.

Little Witches - Trimmings of the Season

2010-08-30T05:42:00.001-07:00

These little guys are about 6 inches tall. Also available with red hair.

Elf Selling Pumpkins and Brooms for Flying

2010-08-29T09:34:00.000-07:00

This little elf is selling Pumpkins and Brooks for Flying!

Elf Selling Snowman kits!

2010-08-29T08:53:00.000-07:00

This Elf is selling Snowman kits for the DIY folks who live in climates where waiting for snow is not a good option.

Selling Christmas Trees

2010-08-17T15:43:00.000-07:00

This elf has set up a bench selling Christmas trees and a few wreaths.

Snow People

2010-08-14T08:21:00.000-07:00

I know it is early to be thinking of winter - but maybe this will help cool us all down!

Snow People!!! the latest in the series of little figures.

Rollie and Pollie!!!

2010-08-07T16:17:00.000-07:00

I spent a week at Appalachian Center for Crafts in August, teaching. Because I only had 1 student, I had some free time to make something just for fun!! This is what came out of it. Rollie and Pollie!!!

price $50 each or a pair for $90

Trio of Little Figures - class samples

2010-06-20T16:07:00.001-07:00

These are examples of the little figures made in the class. There will be choices of colors for the bunnies and the angels as well as hair colors.

Patterns are supplied for all 3. Come join us for some fun!!

Little Fairies

2010-05-24T15:49:00.001-07:00

Little Fairies

Someone to lighten your load and give you a reason to smile..

A little piece of light and joy.

Start Your Future

2010-04-20T19:07:00.000-07:00

New doll series -

Start Your Future

Take the dirt (rubble) of your past,

Plant a new idea - a seed.

Add water - even your own tears.

Provide the light of hope.

And see what blooms.

Start Your Future.

You can't grow something new without these things: dirt, water and light.

Stages of Cancer

2010-04-20T19:02:00.000-07:00

Stages of Cancer

The different stages of Cancer Survival can be summed up with these 4 words

Struggle, Support, Strength and Survival

We STRUGGLE to cope and understand,

Accept SUPPORT from caregivers,

Find STRENGTH from within and without,

All with SURVIVAL as the goal.

BUNNIES

2010-03-31T06:23:00.001-07:00

Did these bunnies for Easter this year.

Everyday Angels and Hearts

2010-01-27T12:23:00.000-08:00

Hearts and Everyday Angles

Elf Bunnies - with detachable Bunny ears!!

2010-01-08T15:18:00.001-08:00

Picture of what you can make in the 2 day elf class.

The bunny ears are removable!

Christmas Trees

2009-11-22T04:49:00.000-08:00

I am working on some new Trees. I know what you are thinking - Charlie is a dollmaker and what is she doing with Trees - no faces!!! But, I just love these little trees to decorate our desk or small table space. They are available in various shades of green and white. Embellished with beads, bells, ribbons and stars. $15 each or $40 for 3 (shipping extra) Or look for me at one of the shows or demonstrations.

NEW STUFF!!

2009-05-27T14:57:00.000-07:00

It has been a very long time since I have posted anything here. I have since moved to Michigan, been blessed with a granddaughter (4 month old Natalie Grace) and created 2 new doll series. There have been a few other things going on - but for now that's enough!

This new doll is about 12 inches tall, stands on her own, and is called Flower Power.

Her tag reads:

If we could carry flowers instead of a grudge;
If we could revel in all of our different colors as much as we do the colors of the blossoms; If we could break out every spring like the new buds and be renewed; Then we would know POWER.

Retail price is $160 and as these are one of a kind, the colors, hair and fabrics will change on each one.

Charlie's Angels

2008-07-29T12:35:00.000-07:00

Here is my latest doll. The series is called Charlie's Angels and the tag reads: For all my Angels - both here and there. Some have gone ahead and now watch over us. Others walk beside us here on earth. They lend a hand at just the time we need help.

Maybe you can lend a hand and be someone's Angel today.

They stand alone and are about 12 inches tall. The bodies are silk.

Wishful Thinking Series

2008-06-12T19:11:00.000-07:00

I thought I would put up pictures of some of my older series. This one is called Wishful Thinking.

Schedule posted

2008-06-06T18:55:00.000-07:00

I have no new picture to post today. I have spent some time this evening entering the information about my workshop and show schedule for the rest of 2008 and a couple of items in 2009. Please take a look and if you have questions, please feel free to either make a comment here or send me an email charlieclothdolls@gmail.com

in the beginning....

2008-05-28T08:46:00.000-07:00

This is the first entry of the first blog ever for me. It is a little weird to imagine telling folks what I am doing and to imagine showing pictures of dolls in progress, but I guess I will give it a go.

The doll in the picture is from the latest series. I am just getting started with this one and only have my pictures (no photographer shot, yet)

It is an elf series called The Power of Choice.

The tag says:

As you greet each new day, consider the fact that you alone are responsible for your mood and attitude.

Some options will weigh you down, while others bring you light and joy. Be seletive. It's your day, your choice.

Each doll has a bag with two words attached to strings - One is a positive word attached to a crystal and the other a negative attached to a rock.