When I get new dolls I make sure that each character has her meet outfit and accessories. Now I am working on making historicals and would love some input and ideas. I primarily need accessories ideas, if you please. The dolls are
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As AG tended to appeal to my mad OCD tendencies back in the day, I tend to like the traditional hat/purse/handkerchief/necklace/money combo for accessories. Unfortunately, I'm remembering everything that's period for each doll, but I'll let you know if I think of something.
I like how Emily got a cardigan instead of a hat, so I think that could work for Linda or Susan as well, depending on what you do for them
As for Harriet, I seem to recall her making a Big Thing about her favorite uncle fighting in the Civil War, before he dies in Addy Saves the Day--so maybe a letter from her uncle to go in the purse? Or something along those lines. Also, she was one of the smartest kids in the class before Addy came along, so you could always do some sort of school prize in lieu of a necklace.
~Clara: I think an apron, some kind of pouch (I'm thinking along the lines of Kristen's spoon bag), and a rebozo. A straw hat would be a nice touch as well, and maybe a mantilla for special occasions ~Sarah: Sarah had less money than Addy's family, so she would be sparse of accessories. Maybe a bonnet and bag ~Harriet: An award foe accademic achievement, a picture of her uncle, a kite with a too long tail
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As AG tended to appeal to my mad OCD tendencies back in the day, I tend to like the traditional hat/purse/handkerchief/necklace/money combo for accessories. Unfortunately, I'm remembering everything that's period for each doll, but I'll let you know if I think of something.
I like how Emily got a cardigan instead of a hat, so I think that could work for Linda or Susan as well, depending on what you do for them
As for Harriet, I seem to recall her making a Big Thing about her favorite uncle fighting in the Civil War, before he dies in Addy Saves the Day--so maybe a letter from her uncle to go in the purse? Or something along those lines. Also, she was one of the smartest kids in the class before Addy came along, so you could always do some sort of school prize in lieu of a necklace.
Hope this helps!
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~Sarah: Sarah had less money than Addy's family, so she would be sparse of accessories. Maybe a bonnet and bag
~Harriet: An award foe accademic achievement, a picture of her uncle, a kite with a too long tail
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