Have you ever wondered who created Raggedy Ann and Andy? There is an article, “Raggedy Ann and Andy: History and Legend” by Patricia Hall, www.raggedyland.com, that gives you some truths and legends about these great dolls.
The dolls were created by Johnny Gruelle who was a cartoonist illustrator and author. I still have one of his original books called Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees. It was one of favorites. My mother read it to my sister and me all the time.
Most people that see my raggedy dolls fondly remember the dolls they had as children. In fact the pattern I use is very old and is a classic style. I have updated the dolls by drawing their faces and the heart on the computer and use these files on my sewing machine to embroider the faces and hearts.
Until recently, I have been sticking with the usual red hair, nose, heart, and lips. I now have stepped out making Raggedy Ann with pink dresses and pink hair. I’m planning on making another version with a purple dress and hair.
Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls are such a classic, they look great even with an update! Look for my new versions!
The dolls were created by Johnny Gruelle who was a cartoonist illustrator and author. I still have one of his original books called Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees. It was one of favorites. My mother read it to my sister and me all the time.
Most people that see my raggedy dolls fondly remember the dolls they had as children. In fact the pattern I use is very old and is a classic style. I have updated the dolls by drawing their faces and the heart on the computer and use these files on my sewing machine to embroider the faces and hearts.
Until recently, I have been sticking with the usual red hair, nose, heart, and lips. I now have stepped out making Raggedy Ann with pink dresses and pink hair. I’m planning on making another version with a purple dress and hair.
Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls are such a classic, they look great even with an update! Look for my new versions!
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