Fiber Arts Friday – Hand Spun for Doll Hair

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At a recent fiber show, I met the most beautiful, creative woman who introduced me to the concept of using hand spun yarn for doll hair. Now we’re not talking just any dolls or just any hand spun. These dolls are exquisite, and their “hair” is elaborate, art yarn. Wow!

I had to take these pictures in low light with my phone and with my main computer down I apologize for the quality of them…please use your imagination. I wish I had been able to pick up the texture and sparkle and the fabulousness of the yarn in these pictures. Trust me it was knock-out!

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These beautiful art dolls are completely hand made. Aren’t they divine?

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She used alpaca in some of these yarns for the hair. It amazes me the many ways you can use fiber, and alpaca!

Participating in Fiber Arts Friday, now hosted by Andrea, Wonder Why Gal, at the Wisdom Begins in Wonder Blog. Visit her and see what other bloggers are doing with fiber this week.

Thousands Protest Global Warming

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This picture has been circling the internet. So perfect for this freezing day.  Here in L.A. (Lower Alabama) we only dream of having snow. *Sigh*

Participating in Wordless Wednesdays.

Alpacas Travel from Snowy KY to Sunny FL

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Ever wonder how alpacas travel? They usually travel in horse trailers, but sometimes they go from farm to farm in a minivan. Once they get in, they usually cush (sit down), chew their cud, and enjoy the ride.

Here are some pictures sent to me by my friend, Sarah Elhoffer of Sierra Echo Accoyo Alpacas. Sarah writes:

“I made it back from KY where all the snow is.  Thought you would enjoy these photos I took.  Only 4 alpacas show in the photo, but actually 5 are in the minivan!  (actually 5 and 3/4 because one is preg) You are welcome to use it on your blog if you think others might enjoy the alpaca ark.  I was actually holding the camera backwards and having to look in the rearview mirror attempting to see the viewfinder…and “concentrating” on the road!  I am so surprised I caught anything in the pic.   Other pics (below) are immediately after unloading after the 10 1/2 hr drive from snowy KY to FL”.

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Thanks for sharing Sarah!