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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- An Introduction to A Child of the Twenties
- The Cloth Doll, Coat, Leggings, Fabrics
- Mannequin
- Petticoat and Drawers
- The Dresses
- Pajamas
- The Hats
- Two Applique Outfits
- "Dolly and Her Dresses"(reproduction of the 1924 originial edition
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Title: The Wish Booklet: A Child of the Twenties, Vol. XXVI
Author: Susan Bonsall Sirkis
Publication Date: COMB:2004
Publisher: The Wish Booklets, Williamsburg, VA
Page Count: 36
Book Dimensions(ht. x w.): 11" x 8 1/2"
ISBN: 0913786268
SUMMARY- I had no idea what to expect when I bought this book, but it was Susan Sirkis, and she simply does not do bad books. This is my least favorite - and the most expensive. The patterns are very simple but you still need to be a very experienced doll maker in order to make the doll and clothes that fit it. She gives you a complete reprint of the original booklet in all its pounded glory. The doll pattern Susan gives us is nicer than the original from the booklet, and she gives some variations on the original patterns to make it more interesting. I am drawn a lot more to adult fashions than children's, so this one didn't excite as much as many of her other books - but your mileage may, of course, vary. And it probably will.
You can still get Susan's books directly at www.susansirkis.com/wishbooks.htm at $7.95 postage paid - far cheaper than what e-bay sellers are asking for them(usually about double - and you pay for postage on top of that!). They are well worth the investment if you like dressing your dollies in vintage styles!
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