On february 1, 1911 baby tootsie wootsie and toddler schnickelfritz a mr. Theres rea lly nothing else on the market quite like a londonberries pattern. Land of oz dolls museum quality antique reproduction and. The magazine published patterns for bluettes clothes, over time creating over 1,000 patterns for her. Finished dolls and accessories click on a tab below search or browse through all the patterns. Watch live as one of our shop owners teaches us how to restring an antique german doll. There is also a place to display photos since it so fun to see variations created by fabrics and trims. This book is an excellent reference source for anyone like myself who wants to learn about the history of bleuette, how to paint her features authentically as well as.
Doll is incised with a 1 over a 2 and is painted very much like a jumeau. Her leather collarette perfectly matches her skin color. Bleuette thinks her family has forgotten her birthday. She would be a gorgeous addition to anyones bleuette collection.
Bleuette is based on the french porcelain doll of the same name that debuted in a french magazine in 1905. American girl doll mini dolls and activity books at doll. Thus was born bleuette who made havoc from the first week stock of 20,000 dolls sold out. In old french, the sound of her name is enough to spark the imaginationfor a bleuette is a spark that lights a fire. This book is not just an asset fot the bleuette collector, but for anyone who likes dolls. This is a fine example of a french pocket doll and she would look lovely in all the wonderful clothes featured in the two new mignonette books, one by samy odin and the other by francois theimer. Although just a book showing the dolls and their outfits would have been great, learning about the history behind bleuettes times makes the experience so much. Being a doll collector and reproduction doll artist for over 30 years i have a very extensive doll library as well as doll collection. We serve cookies our website uses cookies, which help us to improve our site and enables us to deliver the best possible service and customer experience, as well as to provide social media features. Bleuette news newspapers books scholar jstor february 2019 learn how and when to remove this template message. Ruth handler, cofounder of mattel, observed her daughter barbara playing with paper dolls for hours. The doll shown has earrings and the huret body with unjointed wrists. We had a doll dress made from blue striped ticking for a large 1930s baby that was rather holey so we cut the front and back from parts without holes for coquette bleuette. Histories, identification, values by michele lyons lefkovitz books.
Bleuette comes from a family of moderate means, but her class mates thinks shes from a well off family because she always has new. Oct 01, 2004 being a doll collector and reproduction doll artist for over 30 years i have a very extensive doll library as well as doll collection. Ready to dress blue eyed 301 bleuette reproduction by the late margaret wolfe. She is based on the french porcelain doll of the same name that debuted in a french magazine in 1905. She was 27 cm 10 58 tall until 1933, then 29 cm 11 38 until production ended in 1960. In 1916, the publisher commissioned sfbj to make other models, one of which we refer to as bleuette silver. Bleuette and more patterns for bleuette and friends. My favorite version of this pattern is in louise hedricks book.
A great book for those of you looking for bleuette history and wonderful patterns. Patterns for antique, vintage and modern dolls downloaded instantly after purchase. Margaret wolfe was known for making very good antique reproduction dolls. Bleuettecharmette 29cm doll peddlar dolls, clothing and. Bleuette is a small articulated bisque headed doll made in paris from 1905 until 1957. Get the best deals on bleuette doll when you shop the largest online selection at. True to her name, bleuette set alight the imaginations of young girls for more than half of the twentieth century. Subscriptions submitted to receive the free doll numbered over 60,000. Meet bleuette, a resin ball jointed doll from ruby red. Shop for books at and browse categories like young adult books, childrens books, mystery books, adult coloring books and cook books. Alison harwood will make bleuette and rosette to order. If you are looking for an exceptional doll please email me so that i can let you know what is in the running. Pierced ears, paperweight eyes and open mouth with four teeth. It was published by reverie publishing and has a total of 176 pages in the.
This is mostly a way to organize a private collection and will grow as information, patterns, translations and photos are donated or obtained. I believe that if you are a bleuette collector, then its good to have a nice book about the dolls history. Acclaimed doll costumer louise hedrick presents patterns for creating a. To see all pattern that are for the 12 size fashion doll click here. This is one of the most beautifully done books on bleuette doll and some of her many clothes patterns. Common people doll a cartoon character by herbert johnson, was registered on june 6, 1911. Florence theriaults most popular book is jaime ma bleuette. Now, many talented doll artist create reproduction bleuettes.
We hope this helps and please share with your doll. Bleuette the very first bleuette doll was created in 1905. The patterns range from underpinnings to outer wear plus costumes and accessories like bonnets. Please be sure i have your email to contact you with all order correspondence. Antique reproduction doll sfbj 301 bleuette doll by margaret anne wolfe. Each doll comes with her little kiwi, plus a wooden based doll stand. In this first issue tante jacqueline jacqueline riviere, who was responsible for all the patterns until her death in 1920, stated that bleuette comes to you with nothing, and that you will have to make her everything. To launch, the publisher henri gautier, decided to offer a doll to each new customer for the first 3 months. During the 14th century, dolls modeled on adult figures were popular among the most affluent families of europe, and the exquisite craftsmanship of french dolls made them among the most desirable. The doll and her wardrobe book by barbara hilliker.
As time permits, i have been making some doll clothing for these wonderful french fashion dolls. Today, many rag dolls are commercially produced to simulate the features of the original homemade dolls, such as simple features, soft cloth bodies, and patchwork clothing. Dollspart supply doll parts, supplies, shoes, high heels and accessories. The doll and her wardrobe 9781932485219 by barbara hilliker and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Bleuette book diva fashion, fashion history, fashion dolls, pretty dolls. One group, the bleuette sewing club issues a sewing challenge each month. Doll market has american girl mini dolls, books, activity books and clothing that fits american girl play dolls. This book retraces the history of this french doll from 1905 to 1960. This book has such good info on identifying the different bleuettes. Then, in 1959, the first barbie doll named after ruths daughtermade its debut at new york toy fair. Doll clothes patterns, antique fabrics, and sewing kits. This magazine taught young girls lessons in entertaining, cooking, crafts, and most importantly sewing. It is a cloth figure, a doll traditionally homemade from and stuffed with spare scraps of material. In 1905, 20,000 bleuettes were initially produced by the french company sfbj, but 60,000 subscriptions were received before the first issue was even published.
Experienced seamstresses admire the quality finishing details and exceptional fit. For customers out of the usa my cart will not be able to do shipping. The illustrations are clear, the instructions are easy to follow. This second book, devoted to the french bleuette dolls is a complement and an. Order history address book reset password shopping cart. We carry doll books, dressing, making, sculpting, collecting, miniatures, teddy bears, fashion, crocheting, knitting, patterns, weaving, spinning, gildebrief. Jaime ma bleuette by florence theriault hardcover for sale online the title is in french, but the book is in english. Bleuette the doll and her wardrobe book by barbara hilliker. Little girls who subscribed to the magazine would receive a bleuette doll, and each magazine contained patterns so that girls could make entire wardrobes for their dolls.
Her pal will have a cape also cut from the same fabric that is appropriate to the bleuette family. Collecting antique and reproduction dolls forgotten dolls. Bleuette was made between 1905 and 1960 except for 6 years during wwii. Here are lots of great tips and ideas for you to learn. Five patterns for bleuette by louise hedrick are included. Bleuette doll print dress from by mdvanii diva fashion, fashion history, fashion. The title of this book is bleuette clothing patterns, 19051916 and it was written by louise hedrick, barbara craig hilliker. She started life in 1905 as a giveaway thats right. Bleuette is a doll with quite a history, and an even more amazing wardrobe.
Bleuette is a doll that was produced from 1905 to 1960 in france, that was available to readers. She has brown glass paperweight eyes, a mohair wig, and hand carved teeth. Bleuette is a doll that was offered to young girls in france from 19051960, and was only. The magazine was filled with games, crafts, recipes and stories along with patterns to make clothing for bleuette. Doll is not included, this listing is for catalogue only authentic antique winter hiver 193738 gautier langereau made bleuette doll. If so, then this book will serve that purpose nicely.
Some have been made by me and some by other doll makers. This is the premiere jumeau bleuette made from the jean nordquist collectible doll co. Dollspart supply doll parts, supplies, shoes, high heels and accessories bleuettedaisyette wooden body 21cm bleutte 21 cm wooden body for. Bleuette doll peddlar dolls, clothing and accessories. Florence theriault has 62 books on goodreads with 115 ratings. Robert raikes bobette or bleuette all wood doll jointed. They are one of the oldest childrens toys in existence. Bleuette the famous little blueberry of france by susan hale dolls houses past. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features.
Apr 26, 2018 the program was a history of the bleuette doll and a fashion show, with children modeling modern versions of what bleuette would have worn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The book has patterns for costumes, plus the history of the dollincluding numerous pictures and information on the clothing. If you dont see what you are looking for please feel free to contact us. Antique german bisque doll armand marseille 370 big 23 kidskin fur brows beauty. Bleuettecharmette 29cm doll peddlar dolls, clothing. Coatume patterns by jackie chimpky jackies porcelain dolls. Bleuette clothing patterns, 19051916 by louise hedrick.
Children of wealthy aristocrats were given entire rooms filled with sets of dolls whose. When these were sold out, the publisher commissioned sfbj to make other models, one being the sfbj301, or what we call bleuette silver. Colouringin books help to develop childrens imagination and visualisation as well as their handeye coordination. She has a mohair wig that has two pigtails and not glued on. She captures our imaginations with her rich fashion history. All 20,000 dolls were ordered from sfbj known as premier bleuette or bleuette jumeau were sold before the first issue of the magazine was ever published.
Books by florence theriault author of jaime ma bleuette. Today collectors enjoy displaying both antique bleuette dolls and the many modern. This book is an excellent reference source for anyone like myself who wants to learn about the history of bleuette, how to paint her features authentically as well as study her extensive wardrobe. If you love to sew for your dolls and enjoy a doll, bleuette is a doll to consider. Unfollow bleuette pattern to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Included are more than 50 different bleuette dolls, some with original trousseaux and boxes, along with 150 rare bleuette costumes offered by gautierlangereau. This is the best book i have found for colorful pictures on the. Sfbj dolls in 1899 the following french doll makers formed or joined an alliance named sfbj. The magazine offered the bleuette doll to all subscribers, and promised sewing patterns for her in each issue. Vees victorians doll clothes bleuette doll clothes. See more ideas about dolls, antique dolls and doll clothes. Antique german bisque dolls for sale in stock ebay. I will put a link to bleuettes history and a link to one of the many pattern sites.
Sep 19, 2017 bleuette is a small articulated bisque doll made in paris from 1905. This sparked ruths vision to create a 3d doll for girls to play out their dreams. The bravot doll company after much demand for bleuette s little sister and in coordination with the new exhibit at the museum is now in production again for this little beauty. Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than canadian dollars and are approximate conversions to canadian dollars based upon bloombergs conversion rates. How to restring an antique doll with ruby lane youtube. Bleuette communiante et sa robe dorgandi vintage childrens books. During those 55 years the publication included not only the famous patterns for the bleuette doll but offered games, stencils, comics, stories some serialized, recipes.
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