Polly made a Dolly

Engaging in doll play: British butterflies
How about heading out on a butterfly hunt? My collection of British butterfly dolls showcase five species that are relatively common in the UK – here are some tips for...
Engaging in doll play: British butterflies
How about heading out on a butterfly hunt? My collection of British butterfly dolls showcase five species that are relatively common in the UK – here are some tips for...

Five British Butterflies: Meet my new dolls
With these butterfly dolls children can combine whimsical play, outdoor exploration and learning.
Five British Butterflies: Meet my new dolls
With these butterfly dolls children can combine whimsical play, outdoor exploration and learning.

London Toy Fair – from the perspective of an ar...
My first impression on arrival was the smell – it really smelt of plastic - it was a shock. There was a big variety of toys on display for buyers...
London Toy Fair – from the perspective of an ar...
My first impression on arrival was the smell – it really smelt of plastic - it was a shock. There was a big variety of toys on display for buyers...

The Wheel of the Year and Ogham tree zodiac
As I’ve learnt more about tree folklore I have discovered the ogham tree zodiac. The tree zodiac fits around the wheel of the year but by following the 13 moons.
The Wheel of the Year and Ogham tree zodiac
As I’ve learnt more about tree folklore I have discovered the ogham tree zodiac. The tree zodiac fits around the wheel of the year but by following the 13 moons.

A trip out: Brighton Toy Museum
By slipping back in time at Brighton Toy and Model Museum, I am able to see what previous generations treasured, what ideas have been forgotten, and gain insight into play....
A trip out: Brighton Toy Museum
By slipping back in time at Brighton Toy and Model Museum, I am able to see what previous generations treasured, what ideas have been forgotten, and gain insight into play....

How to clean your wool doll: part 2
In part one my youngest daughter’s dolly ‘Annabelle’ had a surface wash and I shared how we do it. Today we are bathing Dolly and Rosie with a full submersion...
How to clean your wool doll: part 2
In part one my youngest daughter’s dolly ‘Annabelle’ had a surface wash and I shared how we do it. Today we are bathing Dolly and Rosie with a full submersion...