*drumroll* here they are:
Maisie ::: Mac ::: Poppy ::: Blossom
The amount they have raised already is utterly amazing. The auctions will end around 9pm this coming Sunday, 17th March so do keep a watch out.
We have also set up a sponsorship page.
Every single £5 is absolutely invaluable: £5 can buy a mosquito net. It is such a simple piece of equipment but it really can save a life:
Of course, £5 could buy a vaccine, some seeds, a set of mixing bowls for a bakery or supplies for a school - there are innumerable ways in which even this small amount could help......It would be wonderful if you sponsor us by £5 and spread the word.
A GARGANTUAN HANDMADE THANKYOU to every one of our crafters, every person who has posted on their blog, on facebook and on Twitter and of course everyone who has placed a bid or donated. We're all holding our breaths over the next few days......
P.S. The dolls made it onto the TELEVISION!! Graham Norton's Big Chat - a chat show marathon aired last Thursday night - mentioned the auction and showed a picture of Mac and Poppy. It's still available on iplayer - around 32 minutes in (in the UK only though, I'm afraid). Here's is Poppy watching herself on the telly.
..and the Guardian published an article I wrote too! Lummy.
I read The Guardian article then thought 'I know that name from Twitter!'
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Fabulous teary stuff. Hope they raise the squillions you all deserve, Ax
ReplyDeleteWow, I can't believe the intricacy of these dolls. What an amazing achievement. You should feel very proud of yourselves.
ReplyDeleteIt's an amazing thing that was started, well done to you all.
ReplyDeleteFamous now too!
Such an awesome project....and so lovely to see so many crafters and makers involved! Fingers crossed for the final countdown! x
ReplyDeleteThat is a huge WONDERFUL effort ... I bow to everyone who participated on it
ReplyDeleteEmma, even I, over here in the States, have been aware of Red Nose Day for some years. I've always thought of it as a big idea with really lovely local micro roots that result in wonderful results in a way that would not ever be possible over here.
ReplyDeleteWhat you and many other blogging names I know well have achieved with these heirloom doll creations is fantastic.
I could ramble on about this, but for now will just send huge bravo from across the Atlantic, aka the Pond.
xo
I just watched the youtube link on the Mollie Makes website inspiration page about some of the crafters involved. Totally inspirational to see these talented ladies giving their precious time so willing. Well done all 23 of you and hope you raise lots and lots of cash - bravo!
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous work - well done to all involved!
ReplyDeleteCan't believe it's so bear the end now! This is a fabulous thing you organised. It really is.
ReplyDeleteI'm planning on persuading all my friends to donate to the dolls ... I just needed to wait for the momentum tonight will generate :)
ReplyDeleteIt's been a privilege to be involved with this wonderful project ... so many talented crafty peeps making a difference. Kudos to you and Ros :)
I am a little slow to this, but these guys are unbelievable, they are so utterly cute! what an incredible project. i love them all, i hope you manage to raise a ton of money. - Annie
ReplyDeleteWhat a great resource! Thanks and more power to you.
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