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Thank you to everyone who bought in the sale and new work on the way xx

Please enjoy browsing and should you buy a doll she will be packaged in an organza bag. I have been given literally hundreds and will use them until they run out rather than let them go to landfill. Also I have been asked why I don't often repeat combinations of fabric with the dolls. It is because I tend to buy remnant stock where I can, tiny pieces of fabric that are too small for most people to use. So often I have only enough to make one doll. Thank you and my warmest wishes xx

Shop collections

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  • Mary, Mary Quite Contrary

    Mary, Mary Quite Contrary

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    £65.00

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  • Catkin, A Spring Fox

    Catkin, A Spring Fox

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    £45.00

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  • Poppy, A Spring Bunny

    Poppy, A Spring Bunny

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    £45.00

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  • Pom, A Spring Bunny

    Pom, A Spring Bunny

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    £45.00

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  • Aelfryth, A Harvest Mouse in a Wool Cape

    Aelfryth, A Harvest Mouse i...

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    £40.00

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  • Ardusa, An Embroidered Harvest Mouse

    Ardusa, An Embroidered Harv...

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    £45.00

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  • Asa, A Gentleman Harvest Mouse

    Asa, A Gentleman Harvest Mouse

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    £35.00

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  • Alicia, A Harvest Mouse

    Alicia, A Harvest Mouse

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    £35.00

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About Pooks Studio

Pooks Studio

Maker of Folk Art Dolls for Grown Ups

My dolls and doll making interests have evolved over the last twenty five years into folk dolls for grown ups. Each one is a labour of love and each one has her own personality. I make one at a time and lavish attention to get my details right. I tried making them in batches but they lost their heart so now each is made individually from start to finish. I rarely repeat combinations, each doll being unique and a one of a kind.

I studied design at university but having done lots and lots of short courses in textiles I had a wonderful confidence boost with a City and Guilds certificate and diploma in Stitched Textiles with Dr Judith Peacock at Lancaster, the old City and Guilds Part 1 and 2. The best four years ever, I learned so much from Judith and my fellow stitchers. I love hand work and have a special interest in counted thread work, developing my own style over the last ten years. I will be offering a very limited number of commission slots each month, so if you want something individual keep an eye out for dates.

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    Reviewed by jacqueline1810

    Thank you so much for my Winter Deer Doll, he is gorgeous! I really appreciate the time and effort that go into handmade items and he is so beautifully made, with so much attention to detail. I will treasure him. Thank you for my gift too, what a lovely surprise.

    Reviewed by Melanie1974

    Super-cute Red Riding Hood Doll. So many lovely details in the embroidery and fabrics. Another fabulous addition to my collection. Wonderful service as always. Thank you so much!

    Reviewed by Cece

    This is the third beautiful doll I have purchased from Carol. Dittany is absolutely gorgeous and has such unique character. The attention to detail is amazing,and she smells lovely! Prompt dispatch and packaged with love. Thank you Carol x