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Friday, March 12, 2010

Sometimes Two is Better


Summer and Rain are preparing for a journey that they both wish will keep them together.  You see they are twins born 1893 in the middle of August during a hot steaming rainy night.  During the time of their birth their mother and father Effie Mae and Jim Hill worried about whether or not if the two would be taken and separated from not only them but the sisters as well.  The multiple birth was hidden from the plantation owner for he only knew of the one twin Rain.  She was the first to be born Summer came minutes later.  As they became older it became a game the family would play when ever strangers would come around not letting anyone see the two together at the same time.

The two girls often would laugh at  how well they played the family game.  Now that they are at the age of 10 it is time the family secret will have to be disclosed, mother has taken ill and father has left to work the land elsewhere left now with a sick mother and grandmother who now knows they need to be cared for by someone else.  Mammy had two outfits made to make sure they both looked their best and prays that a new family will accept both girls.  They sit now waiting for hair ties and Mammy to finish packing the surprise items she wants them to take along.

Whew okay call me crazy but for some reason I gave it a try to do two dolls at once.  I have been working on these every since our no peeking week and still have a few more touches to do to them before they are complete.  They will be up for sale as a set or individual. I am offering them as a set for 150.00 and sold separate for 85.00 if you are interested in Summer or Rain contact me by email.  The price includes shipping and insurance here in the states.  I will have to calculate travel fees for them elsewhere. 

Peace and Blessings
Cheryl....Snatch JOY~!

13 comments:

  1. They are wonderful...and just perfect together! What beautiful dolls you make! I love them! ♥

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  2. Summer and Rain, I love you...YOU immediately got my attention, RED is one of the best colours for grabbing peoples heart and embracing them to tears...These are that beautiful...blessings to you all madame samm

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  3. Thanks so much Ladies it makes me so happy. I had forgotten to include the picture that is up now. The person that purchase both dolls will receive also the picture.

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  4. Oh Cheryl, Samm and I were on the phone when you posted these BEAUTIFUL two!!! amazing! I love them both, it would be hard to choose between them. Great work Cheryl!! xoxox Christel

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  5. p.s. these dolls are worth MUCH more than that!!

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  6. Hey Christel thanks so much! It's so hard to put a price on them, if I were at a show I would have them priced a little higher I guess I will call my prices blog follower prices lol. I appreciate the support I receive here from everyone you all keep me going and I thank you for that
    Peace and Blessings
    Cheryl...Snatch JOY~!

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  7. They are wonderful and I am sure they will share secrets and giggle as only twin sisters can.

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  8. Hi Cheryl. I have only just seen them they are absolutely stunning. I can see I am going to have to save up to purchase one of your girls, I am about to start making a 28" Mammy and her baby, it could take some time, this will be the biggest I have ever made.
    Hugs & Blessings
    Bev.

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  9. OHH the frame piece is sew appropriate...luv that...and your stories with your mammies are sew perfect...the best part of your mammy's are their stories, you make them come to life...Of course having one is also a blessings...madame samm ( is she on her way now?)

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  10. Thank you Julie, Bev and Samm and yes she is on her way. I love this picture I brought it and never used it and I looked at it and thought it was the perfect compliment for the dolls.

    Peace and Blessings
    Cheryl...Snatch JOY~!

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  11. Omgosh! Chery they are beautiful - I love their dresses...they look like sisters...could be twins maybe...they are fabulous - just like you!

    XOXO Jess

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  12. Dear Summer and Rain I just could not imagine a more precious pair to spend my hot summer months with! You are indeed true summer smiles!

    BEAUTIFUL!

    Xoxoxxx Ree

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  13. These are darling Cheryl! I agree...two is better! Very sweet! ;-)

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