The Doll Whisperer's B & B

Miss Penny

2008-06-11T07:45:00.005-05:00

Hello Gentle Doll Readers~

Gray skies are hovering yet again...
rain never seems to be too far away these days. Making it almost impossible for Miss Penny and her pinwheel to find a springtime breeze! But never you mind the rain,
grab an umbrella and splish splash your way over to the B&B for some afternoon tea!

It will give you a chance to get caught up on all the latest gossip & to meet me our Miss Penny!

As always, we look forward to your arrival~
Kindest regards,
The Doll Whisperer

New Arrivals...

2008-06-03T19:36:00.003-05:00

The feather pillows are as light and fluffy as can be...ready and waiting for our newest guests...who will arrived here shortly.

Miss Collette & her little sister, Annabelle just blew into town with the rain....
Michelle and myself picked them both up down at the train...

It's always so good to see our dear friends....young and old alike...
shared memories, reminiscing is such a delight!

Everyone is invited to drop by for tea...and meet these two delightful ladies!

Spring Time Blessings~

2008-05-29T12:50:00.000-05:00

Delicately fragrant Lilac perfumes the air...
Iris bloom a-plenty near the garden walk...
I can hear the old porch swing yawn...as the girls
sit and talk.
Spring time is lovely....dressed in her emerald
best....
We are thankful for our bounty and are truly blessed.

Just a Note...

2008-05-25T10:14:00.002-05:00

The Doll Whisperer's B&B has become somewhat of a doll making factory....sorry for the absence of our voice but our schedule is demanding as can be.....private commissions, upcoming shows, contest submissions to mention a few...keep us busy morning, noon and night. We hope everyone is having a lovely holiday weekend and doing alright!

Wishing you joy,
The Doll Whisperer

Farewell Memories

2008-05-17T21:50:00.002-05:00

The old grandfather clock keeps ticking...
just down the hall.....
my sleepy tabby stretches....yawns...bored with it all.
The B&B is quiet...on this lonely day.....
All the girls have packed...going on their way.
No time to weep...little time to spare..
With a sigh...we tuck our memories inside our heart
one by one...like feathers in a favorite pillow...a soft
cushion to pause...and share...a moment to revisit our
loved ones...even when they're not there.

Garden Party Meet and Greet!

2008-05-15T23:23:00.004-05:00

Lilac perfumed the air...
Melodies floated on the breeze...
The girls gathered in the garden to laugh and sing.
Miss Daisy arrived this evening...
Our friend bouquet now complete...
please join us dear friends for a Garden Party Meet and Greet!

Tea With Miss Lily

2008-05-13T20:53:00.002-05:00

The Doll Whisperer's screen porch must be weary...

the hinges got a work out today...people coming and going

some near...some far away.

Miss Lily was in enchanting...she had so many stories to share...

we all sat around listening...perched on the edge of our chairs.

My the many places she's traveled and oh the sights she's seen...

Some say she's been to England...and even courted the queen!

The hours simply flew by...Rose and Lily are giggling late into the night...such good friends the two of them...trading secrets and so...

Rumor has it....Miss Lily whispers-- she may even have a beau!

Whimsical Wishes to All.......

The Doll Whisperer~

The Surprise Lily~

2008-05-12T11:08:00.002-05:00

'Twas but early in the morning hours...I painted and sewed...when my dear assistant, Michelle knocked upon the attic's studio door....
"Beggin your pardon, Mum..." said she.."but we seem to have unexpected company."

"Are you sure?" I asked....in utter surprised.........
"Oh yes, quite sure..." she replied....I should have noticed the merriment twinkle in her crystal blue eyes..........

So down to the parlor ....post haste I go....wondering who on earth...could it be?
Standing in the foyer...to my gasping surprise....
Was our very own Miss Lily!

Oh we laughed, hugged and cried....
such a pretty lass is she...."You must stay," I begged and she agreed!

Michelle and myself will organize an afternoon tea....and invite all of you lovely company....to drop by and meet Miss Lily~

Until then......May your day bloom with blue sky and warm sunshine.
The Doll Whisperer

Happy Mother's Day~

2008-05-11T10:49:00.001-05:00

Happy Mother's Day...
The Doll Whisperer would like to send a wish for all to have a beautiful, memorable Mother's Day........
Enjoy~
TDW

An Enchanted Night

2008-05-10T22:45:00.002-05:00

Once Upon An Enchanted Night...

Curious shadows dance effortlessly across the parlor walls....as the wick grows weary....sensing the night is drawing to an end.
Rain call gently from the window...beseeching me to let it in.
Closing the shutters against the dampness I faintly hear the
Fairies gather under the stately Oak....
their voices drifting through the leaves.
Ethereal creatures gather ...their time near at hand....
Silently I bid them well....
gather my self...and turn in.

Curious happenstance beckoned her from slumber.
Quietly tip toes fall...
Gazing out her window...
Just beneath the old Oak tree...
Beatrice spied a ring of fairies...
dancing in the misty moolight...
Her heart was a flutter...with utter delight.
All too soon the magic took flight....
disappearing into the night.

Enchantingly yours............

The Doll Whisperer
Good night.

Endless Love...

2008-05-09T22:40:00.004-05:00

Things I will never grow weary of.....
sunsets staining the distant clouds.....
sunrises after a stormy night.....
the comforting purring of feline friends....
and the joy of knowing my loved ones are safe, sound & alright.

Wishing you all....a goode night and a goode morrow...

Until we meet again...

The Doll Whisperer

Getting to know Ms. Rose

2008-05-09T10:09:00.003-05:00

Getting to know Ms. Rose:

Our dear Ms. Rose has most recently arrived at The Doll Whisperer's quaint and charming B&B (The Doll's Bed and Breakfast). A lady of style and grace she is....such a lovely and delicate face....a nature so gentle and true....We are most certain she will please you.

She is one not to tarry long as she has a full social schedule to keep...many places to go...many people to meet.

Rose is all a-twitter...this bright day....over her morning newspaper she read with glee....a performance of MY FAIR LADY....is coming to town next week....what a lovely occasion to gather with her friends for a meet and greet!

Oh my....so many plans to complete...away to her wardrobe she flew....what to wear....to such a grand affair??? Her mind was spinning....excitement in the air....perhaps a new rose pattern frock would be just the thing....so off to her seamtress she flew in a flutter.....designs blooming in her mind....a new dress she would have...

in only a matter of time........

With Kindess Devotion:

The Doll Whisperer

A Song Bird

2008-05-08T16:33:00.009-05:00

Tap...tap...tap..tap...

As I sat enjoying a cup of ever-so-freshly brewed tea...the most incredibly blue bunting came a-tapping at my window sill....such a beauty as one did ever see....I greeted him most graciously...offering him to share my warm sugar cookie...He thanked me ever so kindly...but declined instead...he offered me a song....of which I readily accepted...settling comfortably within my chair....listening to his melody...float upon the Spring time air......

Oh my...what a lovely chap Mr. Indigo Blue Fellow is....So kind is he to share his melodies....If ever a birdie comes a-tapping at your window so fair...be sure to invite him in and treat him kindly with care.

With kindest devotion...
The Doll Whisperer

Farewell & Hello~

2008-05-08T15:20:00.006-05:00

Farewell & Hello...
Miss Betsy's Ross has completed her commissioned flag....oh what beauty our stars and stripes truly are! She has been resting a bit...having worked into the dawn's early light...her wonderful visit with us is coming to a close...we have packed all of her personal things and she will leave bright and early on Friday morning...off to her new home she will go...her Betsy Ross flag in tow. We will bid her a bittersweet adieu...sending her on her way with our blessings too.

As one door closes here at The Doll Whisperer's B & B...one opens...we're ever so excited as can be....to announce the arrival of our precocious little Miss B.
Miss Beatrix arrived today....just off the afternoon train...she is fully rested and we simply can't wait another moment to introduce this little lady bug to you all. She loves to finger paint, taffy pull and play hop-scotch on warm sunny days. Please meet Miss Beatrix...making her Ebay auction debut late in the evening on May 8th, 2008
OOAK FOLK Primitive Art Cloth Doll The Doll Whisperer

Through the coming days....you will have an opportunity to get to know this adorable little Miss...wearing her humble printed cotton dress of sage and creamy golden polka dots. A very girly bow tied so prettily in her hair just so.

Thank you for attending our Miss Beatrix Greet and Meet and be sure to help yourself to
our delectable goodies awaiting for all in the parlor just down the hall.

Warmly...The Doll Whisperer

News & Introductions:

2008-05-07T07:04:00.012-05:00

News & Introductions:

Postcards from abroad came today....we were delighted to hear news from our beloved friends....the March sisters, Jo and Beth and their fine country cousin Miss Mary Ingles have safely arrived in their new homeland of Wales. So far away from The Doll Whisperer's B&B...but we know they will be utterly happy. We so enjoyed having them here. Jo entertained us all with her sense of adventure...such stories she did weave! Leaving us held utterly captive...on the edge of our seats...as she cast her storytelling spell with effortless ease.

Miss Betsy Ross is here for another couple of days...she too has been a true delight. Commissioned by General George Washington to create our Nation's first flag...oh my we are so proud of her ....this fine, talented soul. If you'd like to drop by and say hello to Miss Ross...she is currently making her Ebay auction debut. OOAK FOLK Art Doll BETSY ROSS, American Flag, Primitive

Stars & Stripes Forever,

by: Jacquie E. Gulamhussein...aka...The Doll Whisperer

The old mantel clock grows weary with each striking hour...
in the misty distance a crowing cock calls...
shadows leap and jump in the fading light across the walls
of Betsy home as she works on tirelessly.
With each historical stitch she sews....binding the stars and stripes forever
Strong and secure are we....Just as Betsy intended....a banner of glory...flying free.

A few other souls will be joining us very soon,Miss Beatrice and some even say-A touch of Moon Madness is on the way!

Thanks ever so much for dropping by...we hope
to see you again....
Take care and good night -- The Doll Whisperer

Sunday Musings

2008-05-04T22:41:00.003-05:00

Greetings Gentle Doll Readers~
A playful breeze teased through the newly budded trees waving at the girls (A.K.A. the dolls) as they trailed inside for lemonade and freshly baked molasses cookies early Sunday afternoon. My what a day they had....there was just so much to do...they scattered in opposite directions each running here, there and yonder. With so many flowers to nuzzle, endless games of flutter-by tag and of course, one must always pause for a visit with the ladybugs. Such cheerful souls.
The rest of the day was spent pouring over the new Spring edition of the Sears & Roebuck catalog. Page after page of lovely, yet humble cottons for new springtime frocks for the girls. So many colors and prints--how will they ever choose?!
We bid you a good evening and a pleasant tomorrow. As always...thanks for dropping by the B&B...we're always delighted for your company.
Good night from The Doll Whisperer

Getting to Know You..

2008-05-02T19:59:00.004-05:00

Good Friday evening, Gentle Doll Readers~
The sun is slowly fading into the trees lining the hills in the distance...as I sit gazing out my window at the potpourri of birds coming in for a landing...greedily pecking their way through the birds buffet on our upper veranda. Breath taking Orioles, cardinals, blue birds, meadow larks and a bevy of black capped chickadees, finches and wood peckers offer me their songs in exchange for their bounty...all the while keeping me company throughout the day here at The Doll Whisperer's B&B.

Please, allow me to introduce myself, my name is Jacquie and I am the caretaker of The Doll's Whisperer's B&B. I think it's quite a noble and perhaps honorable position in life....one I am certain that has enriched me as a person as I am the initial contact to greet and meet each of the vintage souls as they arrive here at their B&B. With each subtle or demanding whisper...some times a stray giggle or two....that captures my attention alerting me to the next soul ready and waiting their special birth. And so the loving process ensues.

Bolts of fabric are unbound...scissors snip to and fro...Michelle, my loyal assistant steadily stuffs and sews. Her nimble fingers fly through the air, a symphony of stitches follow with care. The very embodiment of a gentle soul begins....with a flurry of needles, thread and pins......

The oil lamps are lit....their glow we share....sitting in the parlor sipping our flavorful custom blended tea.....a staple for elegant ladies. Another day has finally found it's way to the end here at our beloved B&B...thanks for sharing a glimpse of my world with me.........
As always...my best doll wishes to you and yours...
The Doll Whisperer

Happy First Day of May 2008!

2008-05-01T21:16:00.004-05:00

I welcome Spring to our new homeland of Iowa. This time last year, I was still at home in my beloved Virginia but as all good chapters of life ease to a close leaving us ever so breathlessly awaiting ...a new chapter of life begins. Spring has been a long time coming here in the upper midwest. The jonquils and crocuses have been rather reluctant to show their frilly bonnets for all to admire and I can't say that I blame them. Our fickled weather ranges from persistent thunder storms to unexpected snow flurries.

May Day is also special for another reason...it is my younger sister's birthday...I wish Andrea the happiest birthday ever!

We invite you to come along as our doll adventures unfold here at the whimsical Doll Whisperer's B & B in a lovingly resurrected circa 1880's Painted Lady.

With our pioneering spirit and our sewing basket in tow....Our New Collectible Vintage Heirloom Dolls Will Grow & Grow!
Please take a journey back in time with us! We invite you to a meet and greet Miss Betsy Ross and all the lovey lasses to follow.......
We bid you good night ....and until tomorrow.....
The Doll Whisperer