My family recently took a trip to St. George, Utah to visit family.
While there, the ladies went antiquing and
lo and behold I found this little girl!
She is a vintage, 1950s era 8" Betsy McCall doll.
She has her original shoes, dress and bloomers.
Sadly her head was not attached!
Poor baby. BUT! She has amazing
bright color on her face.
As soon as we got back home I reattached her head.
Next she needed her hair washed.
She has a wig, so I was very gentle.
Click link for shampoo:
Using the "Heads Up Styler Conditioner"
Her hair came out very shiny.
Here she is all fresh and clean and ready to
show off some outfits!
These are all outfits I've made for
Sophie, my repro Betsy McCall.
(Sophie is happy to share)
This black, and white check jacket and
dress I made to echo the below original...
Betsy McCall, black and white
check dress and jacket set.
(It's on my wish list!)
A little spring dress.
School outfit: pleated skirt and sweater.
with matching book bag.
Another school outfit: knit dress with
crochet hat, vest and wool boots.
A spring outfit with a crochet top...
And the same capris with a
second crochet sweater.
Sophie and I would like to introduce...
Melanie
Welcome Melanie to the
Savage Pea.
Hi Sandra,
ReplyDeleteThank you, I am so happy with Melanie. She is a great addition to my collection. I have restrung many larger dolls. Restringing such a tiny doll had its challenges, but I got her fixed in the end. I was fortunate to have a few outfits for an 8" Betsy already made.
Hugs
Brenda
Cute doll. You have a beautiful wardrobe for her. Hugs
ReplyDeleteMelanie is adorable! And you are amazing to see the potential in some of these TLC dolls!
ReplyDeleteWhere can I find the Heads Up doll shampoo and conditioner? I have an American Girl doll whose hair needs some attention.
Hi Zacisze Lenki,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I do like this doll so much. She is so sweet. I made the wardrobe myself!
Hugs
Brenda
Hi Sandra,
ReplyDeleteI should link to my hair care post! If you do a search online their products cone up.
Hugs
Brenda
Hi Maryn,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I do love finding these dolls that need help. I do love this little Betsy.
You can find these doll shampoos online, just search for “Heads Up Doll Shampoos “
Hugs
Brenda
Hi Brenda,
ReplyDeleteMelanie looks beautiful. You would never guess the difference in Sophie and Melanie's ages, when you see them together. They both look brand new!
Hope you are well
Anna
Hi Anna,
ReplyDeleteThank you! You know you are right. Melanie has such great color. I think she must have been stored somewhere. Her hair is also in great condition. She must not have been played with a lot. I feel very fortunate to have found her. We are all well, thank you.
Hugs
Brenda
Welcome Home Melanie. You are in a beautiful and loving family. Melanie you are a beauty. Enjoy and have fun with all your brothers and sisters.
ReplyDeleteMarion
Brenda Melanie is a pretty one. Her clothes are lovely. I have a Betsy McCall. They are the cutest.
ReplyDeleteJoan
Brenda, What a great find. Betsy McCall is a cute doll. Melanie is one lucky young lady to find a home with you and all your beautiful dolls. Melanie will have a lot of friends. Thank You for aharing Melanie and all her lovely outfits she is modeling.
ReplyDeleteMarilyn
Hi Marion,
ReplyDeleteThank you, we are all so happy to have Melanie here with us. We are making fun plans already!
Hug's
Brenda
HI Joan,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I would love to see a photo of your Betsy! You are right. I love the vintage Betsy McCall dolls, they are so sweet and adorable!
Hugs
Brenda
Hi Marilyn,
ReplyDeleteThank you, I am thrilled to have found Melanie. The antique shop owner put her out near the register after I had walked past. I was leaving the shop when I looked down and saw her! I nearly missed her! I am so happy to have her in our doll family.
Hugs
Brenda
Hello Brenda,
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Melanie! I a sure TBM Sophie is happy to have her around - a best friend, sister, cousin? I particularly love the school girl outfits you've created - the white pullover and skirt are just the best!
I also have two Tinies, sisters, as them are very alike - but they each have their own taste in clothes, I keep their clothes separate in big Zip loc bags!
I have found sewing for TBMs to be fun - challenging to get the fit just right, but still lots of room for creativity. And so little fabric!
Janet
Hi Janet,
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yes! WE are all so happy to have Melanie with us. For now Melanie is sharing Sophie's clothes, but I need to create her own wardrobe. I am thinking about some sewing projects and some crocheting is also in the works. I have a couple small doll patterns, so I can make her some outfits. I am also looking for some vintage outfits to add to her wardrobe. YOu can be sure I will show everyone what I find!
Hugs
Brenda
Absolutely adorable. I have yet to add a Betsy to my collection. I really love the spring crochet top and capris.... well it's all wonderful! Thank you for sharing. Always cozy and inspiring. Jennifer ❤
ReplyDeleteHi Jennifer,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed my Betsy outfits. The Betsy McCall dolls are SO sweet, SO adorable and SO tiny!! They really hit me on several cuteness levels. I could not walk past this little girl without taking her along with me!
Hugs
Brenda