Monday, May 30, 2011

The Snow Queen's Garden


I had to share with you a beautiful hand crafted Russian inspired felt Matryoshka doll I acquired from a recent craft and design market in Hobart.


Look at the incredible detail! It was all done by hand. The artist, a lovely lady by the name Natasha told me she had a customer argue with her that there was no way they were done by hand as they're too perfect!


Absolutely adorable. She is about 9cm tall.


I'm hoping to acquire another in Christmassy colours. Natasha is happy to create personalised dolls too. Her business is called The Snow Queen's Garden. What a talent!
Wishing you all a lovely week. I'm feeling like doing something crafty. Maybe a bit of sewing? I have so many projects on the go and in my head, but none looking like being finished. Do you do that?
xx
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19 comments:

  1. KerryMay 30, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    That is superb Sarah. A talent indeed! Enjoy your week. I spent all weekend working and I'm over it!

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  2. Simone - honeyandfizzMay 30, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Just gorgeous! I so wish I could sew. Just can't get motivated to learn! xx

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  3. PamMay 30, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    What a gorgeous doll and so beautifully made. What a talent.

    Off to sew some more cushion covers - goodness knows I have enough already!

    Pam x

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  4. Carmel's ClosetMay 30, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    She is quite delicious. Her spoon is just the biz. Truly lovely.
    Carmel

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  5. MakeminemidcenturyMay 30, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Oh no! How can one put a price on something so intricately done? A Christmas-coloured one would be snazzy! And the spoon is a cool touch.

    I mean really, arguing about whether it's hand-made!? Some people.

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  6. LeslieMay 30, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    That is gorgeous!!!! I would love to learn how to do that.

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  7. Raine and SageMay 30, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    The attention to detail is incredible. Some people's talent truly astounds me. I think a christmas doll would be lovely.
    I relate regarding lots of projects on the go.

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  8. AmandaMay 30, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Very cute and yes, lots of detail. I too have 101 projects floating around in my head I am dying to get onto :)

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  9. JennyMay 30, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Hi Sarah, how detailed is that doll - gorgeous! I have just sewn a cushion and am about to attempt the second one - that is a major win for me who doesn't really know how to sew. I am starting with a basic square, fingers crossed! ;-)

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  10. Jane @ the girl in the brick houseMay 30, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    That is so cute - couldn't imagine doing that myself!

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  11. Amanda (Small Acorns)May 30, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    No wonder you couldn't resist her Sarah. I so admire artists (like yourself) with the patience and talent to create something so detailed. I'm not sure I'd have the same patience, much as I might like to think so!
    I need to get myself cracking on a few projects for this house of ours. I'm trying to find a little space somewhere so that I can get started. xx
    P.S So sorry to have missed your blogiversary! I'm sure blogging friendships are the best thing to come from blogging. Happy belated wishes my friend.

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  12. It's meMay 30, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    So sweet !! like it !!..lovely week darling....xxx...

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  13. CatherineMay 30, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Oh it's beautiful Sarah so much detail and skill in it, did you find it at the market? I went but didn't see them, I did get one of those nice candles in the fowlers jars though. What sort of projects are you dreaming up? I'd love to take a pottery class desperately but I feel I have enough on the go right now. Have a lovely week and thank you for your kind words about island menu x

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  14. kaiteMMay 30, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    The snow queen is adorable, but how funny to argue with the maker about her. I definately think they are worth collecting.

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  15. TiffMay 31, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    She is so so beautiful! I can not get over the perfect little details! I think she definately needs a friend! X

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  16. MalsenMay 31, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Oh, this is just the cutest thing ever :)

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  17. agalandherdogJune 1, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    I love that!

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  18. brismodJune 1, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Sarah, it's like a work of art. It's gorgeous. xx

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  19. NATASHA _ KOWALAK / BL0GJune 13, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    So cute! ❤

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