The Red Nose Day Doll project that I've been involved with over the past couple of months is coming to a very exciting finale. Being a part of this hugely brilliant, creative, fun and worthwhile project has been an unforgettable experience for me. So much talent and so much joy from such good, lovely people who have all given their precious time and considerable skills for free. It has made me feel elated, tearful (happy tears of course), thrilled, humbled.
The four dolls have really caused quite a stir. They've been talked about in some quite high up places, and have even appeared on television. Their story has unfolded across the www, via Blogland, Facebook, Youtube and Twitter. They have captured many hearts, and the amazing collection of clothing and accessories has been much admired and coveted. All in all, I would say without hesitation that is has been a phenomenal success.
The four dolls (from left to right :: Mac, Poppy, Blossom and Maizie) are now up for auction on eBay and the bidding has begun in earnest. Remember that Every Single Penny from the auctions goes straight to Comic Relief, helping vulnerable, poor and disadvantaged people in the UK and Africa turn their lives around.
If you want to follow the auctions (and maybe even place a bid), here are the links ::
Mac ♥ Poppy ♥ Blossom ♥ Maisie ♥ The auctions end on 17 Mar 2013 at 21:14 GMT.
If you don't have enough dosh to place a bid, you can still be a part of this incredible fund raising effort by donating a small amount of money. Just £5 will buy a mosquito net which could save a child's life.
Donating a little bit of money is easy-peasy. All you have to do is go to the Red Nose Day Dolls giving page RIGHT HERE. Paypal or card payments are welcome.
http://my.rednoseday.com/sponsor/rednosedaydolls
♥♥ THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH for your support ♥♥
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ps I'm not in the habit of blantantly asking for cash on my blog, but I hope you know that. It's just that, well, my heartstrings have been pulled by this project and it is for such a very good cause. Thanks....that's all. I'll be off now ;o)x
I have this big question. I come from a very hot place where the temperature goes to about 45 degree C. So I cannot make the usual patterns shown with thick yarns. Because of the hot climate these yarns are not used and thus its not even available.
I wanted to know if these designs shown with thick yarns can be made with fine yarns. If yes, how can I adjust the patterns. I am a self learned crochet beginner. Please help me with this...
Posted by: sangita | April 08, 2013 at 03:57 AM
Jus checked out the final bids for these, wow! What a fantastic result! You must all be chuffed to bits and I hope, very proud of yourselves x
Posted by: Caroline | March 19, 2013 at 07:19 AM
Wow, the dolls raised so much!! That's brilliant, well done to all involved!
Posted by: Mandy | March 16, 2013 at 01:09 PM
Congratulations on the widespread publicity your project has rightly attracted. This is such a wonderful project, for such a wonderful cause. I will donate in your honor.
Posted by: Barbara | March 11, 2013 at 06:21 PM
Good on you - they are soooo adorable - hope they go for much higher than the £300 - £400 they are currently listed for - they are sooo worth it!
Posted by: Craftilicious | March 11, 2013 at 02:43 PM
Congrats to all,a job well done!
Posted by: Angela-Southern U.S.A. | March 11, 2013 at 12:43 PM
Wow, these are amazing, Ive just checked the Ebay page for each and the bids are epic!! You must be soooo proud of this, these are truly amazing one of pieces. Well done Lucy! x
Posted by: Sarah | March 11, 2013 at 08:54 AM
The dolls are so cute. I love Mac's owl hat, I crocheted one just like it for my daughter :)
Posted by: Pobby | March 11, 2013 at 08:21 AM
I don't blame you asking for cash on here for such a worthwhile cause and for such fabulous little dolls. They look amazing and thank you for sharing the piccies and the story, x
Posted by: Cockney Blonde | March 10, 2013 at 06:37 PM
How adorable! What amazing projects. The photo's look inspiring and the dolls are just to good for words. They ooze with character. Well done you!
Posted by: Hannapat | March 10, 2013 at 05:29 PM
Ich habe Ihren Blog zufällig entdeckt und freue mich jedes Mal über Ihre tollen Puppen, Blumen und weiteren Arbeiten. Ich liebe die strahlenden Farben!!
Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland!
Posted by: Regina | March 10, 2013 at 01:48 PM
Congratulations with this fabulous project. A great way to mix crafting with social care hoping to make a difference and enjoying yourselves while making good friends in the process. Well done to you all x
Posted by: Katy | March 10, 2013 at 10:47 AM
Such a lovely project :)
Posted by: Emma Togwell | March 10, 2013 at 10:10 AM
They are brilliant! And is it weird that I feel so proud of my blogging friends when I see their makes on The Guardian website??
Gillian x
Posted by: Gillian | March 10, 2013 at 09:18 AM
Really gorgeous.
Posted by: Jenny Grant | March 09, 2013 at 09:35 PM
Omg Lucy, I just took a peek at the auctions, can you believe how well they are doing already... actually I totally can believe it as they are UNBELIEVABLY adorable!! I just wish they weren't already out of my price range ;) especially that cute little Maisie, I love her hair so much! Well done all of you xx
Posted by: eskimo*rose | March 09, 2013 at 07:19 PM
This is such a beautiful project - me & my partner are doing are part by answering the phones in the call centre I work for comic relief donations :)
Posted by: Christine | March 09, 2013 at 07:07 PM
Brilliantly said, Lucy - it was an absolute delight to see your gorgeous blankets first hand in London last weekend, I had hoped to meet you first hand too! Another time. It is a very humbling and heartwarming project and brilliant that the dolls have already raised so much money, everyone involved should be very proud xxx
Posted by: Sara Sinaguglia | March 09, 2013 at 06:55 PM
Fabulous project I hope they raise thousands! Will definitely be happy to donate:-). Love your little blankets. Nikki x
Posted by: Nikki Relffe-Arnold | March 09, 2013 at 02:52 PM
You are killing me with these photos ~ everything is so absolutely adorable !!!
Posted by: Rachel | March 09, 2013 at 02:17 PM
I think they are all absolutely gorgeous. Glad to see they are attracting such good bids already.
All beautiful but little Maisie really tugs at my heartstrings.
I've just been involved with the Craftivist Collective to raise awareness for Save the Children's "Race Against Hunger" (IMApiece), culminating with a meeting to hand over one of my jigsaw pieces to Ed Miliband yesterday afternoon.
I think it is absolutely wonderful that crafters are getting together to make a difference. I get happy tears too.
Carol xx
Posted by: Carol | March 09, 2013 at 01:49 PM
Sooo cute!
Posted by: Anne | March 09, 2013 at 09:55 AM
Lovely post, Lucy. The dolls have moved firmly out of my affordability range now, but I am thrilled to have been part of this brilliant project. And I was overjoyed to see your blankets for real when we filmed last Sunday, and to find the colours just as intense in real life as we are all used to seeing on your blog. Just think how many malaria nets they have already bought! It's both astonishing and humbling.
Posted by: dottycookie | March 09, 2013 at 09:22 AM
Its a fab story and I so wish I could afford to bid/win one of those dolls.
Instead I will be supporting by buying noses/sending boys to school with money for their events.
Posted by: VintageVicki | March 09, 2013 at 08:29 AM
Congratulations on the huge success,it's a lovely story for all crafty people!
Posted by: Fran | March 09, 2013 at 08:26 AM