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Sue’s Enchanted Cottage
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I thought I’d better have a little word to explain the current situation. As many of you know, my eldest daughter was married last autumn and the youngest daughter very recently - 12th April. As well as my business which normally takes up 99% of my time, I found I was making wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses and for the April wedding, I also made all the stationery (right) and even decorated the cake. So you can see how hectic things have been. Whilst I’ve loved every minute, it has been a little bit of a strain trying to juggle personal and professional commitments as there were times when I truly longed to return to my miniatures and proceed full speed to the business of running a business. Well that time has arrived and you are going to be bowled over with all the new and exciting additions coming to the cottage. I can also at last finish the Tussie Mussie and Crabtree brochures. So without further adieu, I have plenty to do as I create the items so long overdue - especially for you. j
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Welcome to my enchanting cottage where you will find the source of a cornucopia of beautiful fabrics, laces, trimmings and exclusive miniature treasures, it’s a place where wishes, fairytales, and dreams really can come true. Whether you are planning a real wedding or a miniature wedding the enchanted cottage has some of the most beautiful fabrics. Choose from over 100 colours of the finest Thai Princess silk, silk chiffon, silk georgette, silk and organza matching embroideries and textured silks, silk taffeta, 20 colours of silk tulle, over 30 colours of domestic tulle, 3mm, 6mm and 10 mm Ruban Mousseline ribbon in over 30 shades, solid and variegated silk ribbon, French metallic gold and silver lace, Chantilly lace and over 120 lace trims from a tiny 1/4” deep to 8” deep, miniature braids and trims, miniature knitting and crochet, and so much more. Read all about my set of bumper filled brochures, future publications and my first miniature book: The Dolls’ House Wedding Book
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Important News!! As well as the new Tussie Mussie - work on the third edition of the three main brochures will commence at the end of April 2008. All bridal dolls and costumed dolls will be transferred to the new Fantasy and Fairytale brochures together with many brand new designs. The Bridal Suite will then have room for more accessories than you ever dreamed of. Willow Creek Mill will have pages and pages of my new ‘Artist Palette’ trims and all the new and current silks will be contained in the new Tussie Mussie together with real samples. The Main brochure will include exciting new items from Bespaq and we will be stocking a beautiful range of Brodnax wallpapers and matching fabrics. Now you know why we needed the new printer - just need to work out how to use it. It is really fast but has such a short memory. More News! For those of you who visit the cottage quite regularly, you may have noticed that Cinderella did not make her appearance as anticipated earlier in the year. We had a little difficulty sourcing carriage wheels for her coach and she just couldn’t walk such a long way herself. This has now been sourced and the wheels are being hand crafted for us. She will appear later in the year and I promise you this - it is going to be a spectacular sight.
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New! for 2008 After two real weddings in the last few months for my daughters, dozens of miniature bridal doll sales, the miniature dolls’ house wedding book, wedding cakes real and miniature, wedding stationery real and miniature and so on and so forth - I’M ALL WEDDED OUT!! Although bridal designs will always feature highly in my cottage repertoire, I will be launching my brand new line of period and designer dressed dolls this year which I hope will suit everyone rather than just bridal enthusiasts. These new designs will feature in the Fantasy, Haute Couture and Fairytale brochures and more patterns will also be available.
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New! As promised, we have been sourcing lots more options for your dream doll creations. We have my favourite Parker Levi fashion dolls beautifully china painted with the most delicate features by Sue Harrington see the two dolls below: Eulane wearing the new Marie Antoinette wig (left) and Halle wearing the new Alexandria wig (centre image) They really are exquisite.
Also now joining us, the lovely stunning features, china painted with seven firings by our new artist Mandy Rigg. See Doll Creations for more exciting news of what is on offer and what we have in store. I promise you are going to be spoiled for choice. Even the fingernails have been exquisitely painted in a delicate shade of pink pearl.
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La Belle Epoch Another bride to view in my showcase of Period Bridal Gowns: Belle
A romantic gown from the Belle Epoch Era. I must apologise as she has been a little too long in the workroom due to my grueling timetable. As a special treat you can find out how to make her in Dolls’ House and Miniature Scene April Issue 166 in a free supplement with the magazine which goes on sale at the end of February 2008. Can’t keep this one to myself. Hope you like her. Available in the current issues:
Georgian Style starting with four designs of pannier petticoats.
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Even more items ! I was delighted when my favourite toiletry company in real life, granted me exclusive permission to make up miniatures using their beautiful packaging. I have added even more kits and products including some luxury lingerie and beautiful color themed coordinating slippers made especially for the cottage by Susan Lee. There are some reductions in price due to a new and better resin from USA which is taking much less time to produce with an overall improved production rate into the bargain. How great is that! Don’t miss out - see Perfumes and Flora Lots more images to come. Look below at the beautiful colours of the bottles.
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Lavender Lily of the Valley Wisteria Evelyn Rose Gardenia Freesia Rosewater
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Lilac Pale Green Pale Blue Pale Pink Lemon Violet Rose Pink
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Exclusive Bridal Slippers Check out the exquisite bridal footwear made especially for the cottage by Perris Miniatures. Seven pairs of the most beautiful miniature bridal slippers you have ever seen. Papillon, Ocean Pearl, Tinkerbelle, Enchantment, Floral Garden, Crystal Stardust and Silken Dreams. See The Glass Slipper
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New After popular demand I am making a Wedding Cake Brochure with full colour step by step instructions showing you how to make the perfect wedding cake. There will also be a list of everything you need which will be available to buy from the cottage- cutters, tins, fimo, stands, pillars, flowers, glass castles for the top and various other cake toppers and ready made flower corsages. This will be available in summer 2008 I will also be showing you how in The Dolls’ House Magazine, August issue which goes on sale at the beginning of July.
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Exciting news from Swarovski. Don’t miss my exclusive Swarovski glitter and a stunning range of tiny crystals in 18 colours. See Swarovski for more information. Miniature bridal designs won’t ever be the same again.
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Now officially a Guild of Master Craftsman
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It makes a lovely gift. Add a set of brochures and/ or a gift voucher too.
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New: See my brand new Sue Jo Publications page for more details of all our cottage publications present and future. You will be so excited by what is in store for you. I can hardly contain myself. Keep up to date with publishing dates. Please understand their delivery rests upon my work commitments - I would love to wave my magic wand and have them all ready now - if only.........
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Thank You
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May all you set out to do in this life
Bring pleasure and joy to you
Miniatures help us escape to a life
Where wishes and dreams can come true
If I can help in any way I can
Just give me a call any time
I feel privileged to share such a part in your lives
Thank you for being part of mine
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