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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

I Heart Matryoshka Doll

 I have a confession to make.


I heart Matryoshka Dolls, also known as Russian Nesting dolls, and all of the details that make them up.


I heart them so much they have been my main source of crafting inspiration recently. 



For my niece, I made a Matryoshka doll {without a pattern!}.  The two little Matryoshkas fit in the apron pockets of the big Matryoshka.  More or less, the little ones nest within the big one.



I also expressed my love for Matryoshka dolls in embroidery form. 


Sadly, this kitschy embroidered Matryoshka Doll has no home.  She is waiting for someone to buy her {from my Esty shop} and give her a place of honor.

If I keep up this newest crafting obsession, I just might have to add a 'I Heart Matryoshka Doll' tab to While Wearing Heels.

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22 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    I heart them too! I still have the nesting dolls my dad brought back from Russia when I was little.

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    1. Amy of While Wearing HeelsFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:01 AM

      What a fun souvenior to have gotten (from Russia!). I hope they are proudly on display!

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    2. UnknownFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:22 AM

      Of course they are. :) My dad was Air Force so we have lots of little trinkets from all over. BTW LOVE your Etsy shop.

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  2. Mel@Mellywood's MansionFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    Oh I love them too. I put a vinyl one on Elizabeth's lunch box and mum made me a pouch and bought me a set which are actually measuring cups.

    Your dolls are gorgeous and that embroidery is amazing, gorgeous project. I love this.

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  3. Thrifty Crafty GirlFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    My mother has a set of those nesting dolls from 30 years ago... I have fond memories of playing with them as a kid!

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  4. mwimpFebruary 20, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    wow! luv it! i luv them myself. hubby got one (a clown) from his grandma from germany i believe. sadly playing with it as a child he lost a piece. i bought myself my 1st set from goodwill with the sticker from Russia still atached (sorta more folky original design) AND i bought buckaroo a Texan football team one from Goodwill for $7 for Christmas. Michaels has plain kits that u can paint urself. i havent thot of a theme yet for those. my christmas ornament was one fron walmart.

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  5. MaysemFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    I love Russian nesting dolls too!! I love the plush you made for your niece... and love how you created the "stacking" effect in the pockets. Your framed embroidery turned out beautiful and without a doubt will find a home in no time!

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  6. ladybugs4paFebruary 20, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    The stitching on the framed work is beautiful! And the dolls are just divine...and with no pattern - I've got sewing envy right now! I'm lucky to sew a straight line to make a curtain for my kitchen door (no joke!)

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    1. Amy of While Wearing HeelsFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:00 AM

      Oh, Paula, I might be able to make a Matryoshka doll but I can't sew a straight line either :)

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  7. Sew a Fine SeamFebruary 20, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    I like them too Amy! Your creations are all so cute!

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  8. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapFebruary 20, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    aww...you are going Russian on me...

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  9. UnknownFebruary 20, 2013 at 2:21 PM

    Oh I love Matryoshka Dolls, too!! I can't believe you made that one without a pattern - it's gorgeous! I can see how your niece would absolutely love it!! The embroidery one is beautiful, too.

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  10. DanaveeFebruary 20, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    You should probably have these in stock CONSTANTLY! SOOOO PRECIOUS!

    My birthday is in May! HINT HINT!!!! ;)

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  11. Full Circle CreationsFebruary 20, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! I am always so impressed by your work. :)

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  12. Our Pinteresting FamilyFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    So beautiful, Amy! I agree with Danavee above keep these in stock. :)

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  13. UnknownFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    Congratulations on the quick quick sale!!! And I love love love the dolls!

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  14. Carla from The RiverFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    During my mission trip to Ukraine, I brought back several dolls for family, friends and me. The art work the crafters in Ukraine did was beautiful, it was hard not to buy all of them.

    I love Matryoshka dolls too.

    Your art work is beautiful!!

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  15. ChandraFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    i came across a complete set of nesting dolls at a thrift store and left them! now i wish i would have scooped them up! your handmade ones are quite adorable.

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  16. acasarellaFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    That is so pretty! One of my former students from Chicago just adopted a little girl from Russia. (She was one of the last people to get her child out of Russia before Putin imposed the ban.) The baby's entire room is decorated in Matryoshka dolls. I'm going to have to direct her to your etsy shop. :)

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  17. Dwell on JoyFebruary 21, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    This is reminding about another beautiful creation you made :) You'll be happy to know it will have a new "home" soon ;) Details to come!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 23, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    I love love love these too! You are so talented!

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    1. Amy of While Wearing HeelsFebruary 24, 2013 at 6:40 PM

      Thank you so much Janiene. I am almost sad it sold so quickly. I kind of miss her. I might have to make another one.

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