Spreading the word

I had received many letters about our Comfort Doll project and wanted to share with you one woman's efforts to help spread the work. Barb Kobe posted this on her blog, "The Art of Healing Dolls".
Browse around and see the amazing dolls and read the stories. How inspiring!

New blog look and letter from shelter.

Please excuse me while I am experimenting with a new look for the blog. I thought I would update it a bit. I think each of you donors and those helping spread the word of the Comfort Doll project are angels and when I found this calming background with the wings from Itkupilli, I thought it would be nice for this blog. I haven't had much time to spend on the header, so please be patient as I try to add our logo (doll image) to it.

In the mean time, you have received another thank you from the shelter, "My Sister's Place", in Washington DC. Enjoy, you deserve it.....:-)
(Right click to enlarge letter.)

More dolls from Bennie Harman

Bennie Harman of Florida created four sweet Comfort Dolls . Bennie's curly haired dolls hold a floral bouquet to greet it's recipient and a nice smile.Thank you for your continued support to the Comfort Doll Project Bennie.

Dolls from

A box of dolls arrived from Debra Newton from Dragonfly Treasures of CA last week. Debra created 17 Comfort Dolls of every sort. Flower fairies, Dotee dolls,bunnies, bears, etc. A lovely mix sure to warm hearts and put smiles on faces. Debra, thank you so much, and also for sponsoring the shipment. It is much appreciated.

We were given an award!

Connie presented the Comfort Doll Blog with an award." One Lovely Blog " award for all of you who give from your hearts so freely. Thank you and please know you are appreciated.
Thank you Connie.

More mail from "Every Woman's House" in Ohio

Another letter for the caring donors of Comfort Dolls from Every Woman's House shelter in Ohio.
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Thank you from The Caring Place. Valpo IN

You received a thank you from the Caring Place in Valparaiso IN ladies:
Please click on letter to enlarge.

58th dozen Comfort Dolls to MI from the ladies at "Make Mine Pink"

Carol Kujala gathered 14 dolls made by herself and her friends from "Make Mine Pink". This wonderful group of business women has created and donated to the Comfort Doll Project previously.
A very feminine and cheerful lot arrived in a big box last week. They were wrapped too nicely for me to open them so please excuse the photos with light glare. Such detail in painted faces and heart warming tags, laces and pretty fabrics. The ladies have asked that these dolls be donated to the new shelter at "Enchanted Makeover" in Taylor Michigan . I will ship them out as soon as I get them tagged with a comfort card.

Thank you ladies for your continued support of the Comfort Doll Project.
Dolls donated by:
Carol Kujala of "Business In THE Bag"
Gail Caldwell of "The Sassy Beach"
Susie Durrschmidt of "The Polka Dot Rose"
Lisa McDonald of "Pale Pink and Roses"
Nancy Coeur d' Alene of "Coeur d' Alene gifts"
Gail Friend of "Gail Friend Designs"
Patricia Rose of "Patricia Rose- apotpourri"
Jennifer of "Cottage Flair"

One dozen more Comfort Dolls from Nancy Collins

Nancy Collins asked if send dolls by the dozen was a problem. Well Nancy, NO, every doll is welcome, singly or by the dozen. There are so many women out there who would love to know they were not forgotten or alone. Your beautiful dolls are certain to instantly put a smile on their faces. Thank you so very much for all you do for the Comfort Doll Project.

Dolls from Mollye Self

Mollye Self of Louisiana sent an adorable batch of 8 Comfort Dolls. Colorful and sweet, these will certainly brighten their recipients day.Thank you for joining the Comfort Doll Project Mollye.

More Comfort Dolls arrived from Patti Koosed.

Patti Koosed of Treasure Barn sent three more Comfort dolls. The lady in the hat and coat made me chuckle. Adorable Patti! Thank you :-)

Doll from Darlene Doerscher of WI

Darlene of WI sent a beautiful Comfort Doll for the Comfort Doll Project. Thank you very much for joining us Darlene.

30 dolls shipped to Comfort Cottage

I received a request for dolls to go to Comfort Cottage in Decatur Illinois. Kathy Lipe contacted me with a request for women in need of some hugs. I was having a hard time finding a place to accept the last 2 dozen dolls when this request came in. How could I not see where these dolls were meant to go?
Dozen # 56 & #57 plus these 6 dolls will be sent to the Comfort Cottage.

This made me rethink and restructure the Comfort Doll project. Since it is very hard sometimes to make contact with shelters, I have decided to let you all dictate where the dolls should go. If you know of a shelter, and know their contact info, email it to me and I will line them up with dolls. The limit will be two dozen, even though this current shipment was 30. I will ship to shelters in all states. For example, if there is a request for 3 shelters in IN, I will ship one batch to IN and wait for another state in need instead of shipping all to IN so again, each state will receive more dolls.

I would like your input on this matter. If anyone feels this is not a good way to operate, please let me know. Since all 50 states have received a dozen dolls, it makes sense to now deliver to those requesting or from you, the donors.
Thank you.

More cuties from Anne Bernstein of MD

Annie sent another shipment of her cute cross stitched comfort dolls.
The first is "Voluptuous mermaid" designed by Jill Oxton.
Next we have "Reluctant Scholar" designed by Carol Emmer.
Then, "Don't worry,be Happy" designed by Barbara Ana.
Then "Abigail" designed by Cheri Saffiote.
Each was cross stitched by Annie with love. Beautiful and enlightening dolls. Thank you so much Annie, and also for sponsoring the next shipment. Blessings to you.

Dols from Jan Bartlett of NV

More dolls arrived from Jan Bartlett last month. I can't believe no matter how busy Jan is, she always manages to send a shipment of dolls. Even during her move, she makes dolls to send. Thank you so much for your continued support Jan.

55th dz goes to Ohio

Every Woman's House in Wooster Ohio will receive the 55th dz. Donors are~Noel Poupard of CA, Judith McCarthy of S. AU, Sherry Ellison of CA, Ann Freeman of CO, Patti Koosed of OR, Vicki Torcello of AU, Claire X of England, Kathleen Ward of WI.
Thanks again for your generous contributions!!!!

54th Comfort Dolls delivered to Valparaiso IN

I will deliver the 54th dozen to The Caring Place in Valparaiso IN this week.
Donors are~Judith McCarthy,Claire,Vicki Torcello,Patti Koosed,Ann Freeman,, Sherry Ellison,Noel Poupard,Kathleen Ward. Thank you very much for your beautiful donations.

53rd dz dolls

The 53rd dozen Comfort Dolls will go to My Sister's Place in Washington,DC. This shelter was nominated by Annie Bernstein.
Donors are~Judith McCarthy,Claire,Vicki Torcello,Patti Koosed,Ann Freeman,, Sherry Ellison,Noel Poupard,Kathleen Ward. Thank you very much for your beautiful donations.
Specia Thanks to Sherry Elison for sponsoring this shipment :-)

Letter from Nebraska shelter

Nebraska received our 50th dozen comfort dolls. This letter is for all of you ~Right click to enlarge.

More Comfort Dolls from Judith

Judith McCarthy of South Au has sent more comfort dolls to share. Judith even slipped in "Fairy bread". It is calorie free! Thank you so much Judith!!!! :-)After the box of brownies from Donna and the toffee from Flo, the fairy bread was much needed to keep me on track. I have to share this story with you.....the dolls arrived on Monday afternoon as I was unloading flowers from my car to head off to more flower shops with my mother. I got the mail as I was driving off and told mom to open it as I drove. When she opened the large package from Judith, she was quite surprised to find such an assortment of beautiful dolls. One by one she unwrapped them and studied them, talking and telling me to look as she explained them. For a moment it seemed she was the child and I the mother,LOL. I didn't really get to see them until later that night, and as usual, Judith's doll faces amazed me, and all the varieties of shapes she creates. Truly jaw dropping.
I wish mom could see every doll that arrives as I do. She would be filled with warm fuzzies just as I am knowing you all take such precious time and care in creating these special dolls for abused women.

Three crocheted Comfort Dolls from Kathleen Ward

Kathleen Ward of Wisconsin crocheted these adorable,"GUYZ" dolls. They are mini versions of her, "Auntyk" dolls.They are soft, colorful and sweet as they can be. Thank you so much for joining the Comfort Doll Project Kathleen. ;-)

More mail to you..........

Two more letters to share from shelters you have brightened. Click to enlarge .

Letter from Onslow shelter in NC

A letter for you :-) Click to enlarge. Thank you all for your continued donations. I am getting ready to send out dozen #53,#54, and #55 next week.

DiDi dolls from feltlikestitchin

Feltlikestitchin of England donated these little DiDi dolls. Each doll has a little pocket with what looks to be a special message for its recipient. She hopes her Comfort Dolls will send sunshine to their recipients. I do think they will indeed! Thank you so much for joining the Comfort Doll project.

Comfort Dolls by Vicki Torcello of AU

Vicki Torcello of Australia sent three little beauties to pass along to spread love and comfort.Looks like great things come in brown paper wrappings!
Thank you very much Vicki!

Comfort Dolls from Patti Koosed

Patti Koosed of "Treasure Barn" sent four more love filled Comfort Dolls. Each has an inspiring word embroidered on its arm. Thank you Patti! Your dolls will be spreading smiles very soon.

A dozen flower fairy Comfort Dolls from Sherry Ellison

WOW! Dolls arriving a dozen at a time!!!! This dozen is from Sherry Ellison aka Saucy Chick Sherry, of CA. Little flower fairies for Spring! Bright and cheerful ladies will paint smiles across faces very soon. Sherry, thank you very much for yet another doll donation and for sponsoring this shipment. I will let you know when and where they are sent. :-)

12 dolls from Ann Freeman of CO

A dozen Comfort Dolls arrived from Ann Freeman from CO. What a happy lot!!!!
I love the style of her dolls, and in this batch she made assorted sizes. They are so adorable and soft. You gotta love em!

Thank you again Ann. Your support really makes a difference. These will ship out next week. I will let you know when and where :-) Hugs!!!

On our second time around for 50 states!!!!

Well ladies, We did it! We have now passed shipping a dozen Comfort Dolls to every state and a dozen plus to New Zealand. The 52nd dozen ships out in the morning. You all are amazing. I could never have imagined this project going so far. I hoped, and dreamt it would, but with life being so busy for everyone, I just thought it may have been put on a back burner. You all kept shipping your beautiful handmade dolls and with each package my heart warmed. I don't think there was a week that I didn't receive dolls.

My promise is that this project will continue for as long as people feel the need to share their talents and hearts with women who could use a ray of sunshine in their upset lives.
Thanks to all of you who spread the word, and for those who added the Comfort Doll button to their blog or web site. This helps so much. I also want to thank those of you who have taken on this project in your own country and state. You don't have to send to me to be included in this project. Also for those of you who spread the word among groups, and for the newly created Comfort Doll group. It is wonderful how we really are one big sisterhood willing to give from our hearts.

I know postage, supplies, and time is costly, and I can't thank you enough for what you do. If you sent one doll or several, your donation continues to give in a huge way. I know I will never forget any of you.
Love, blessings, and hugs to you all.

Lot of Comfort Dolls from Beverly Sams

Beverly donated 10 more Comfort Dolls. They jumped out of the box, all smiling and happy to continue their journey to hearts that need them. Thank you again Beverly for this delightful lot of beautiful dolls.

Dolls from Lisa Lentini

This sweet foursome arrived just in time to put a smile on my face on this rainy day. Lisa, these are just adorable, and yes, I am happy to send them to their new owners. The size doesn't alter their powers :-). Thank you so much for joining the Comfort Doll Project.

52nd dz to CA nominated by Sherry Ellison

Thanks to the nomination by Sherry Ellison, California will receive the 52nd dozen Comfort dolls. DVSAC will be accepting these dolls made by the following donors:

Pam Suver
Noel Poupard
Lisa Lentini
Beverly Sams........Thanks again ladies. Your contributions have us heading on our second round.
Who would have thought?


Please feel free to nominate a shelter in your state. I send 12 dolls to each state in random order until we hit all 50 states. We are on our second round with CA taken already. Thank you all again for making this possible.

Mail for you!

Another wonderful letter for wonderful donors....The 47th recipients from the Oklahoma shelter sent this for you. I think you all should be very proud . Click to enlarge.

51st dz goes to New Hampshire

New Beginnings in New Hampshire will receive the 51st dozen Comfort Dolls. These dolls were made and donated by:
Pamela Perry
Noel Poupard
Lisa Lentini
Beverly Sams
Pam Suver

Thank you all for your beautiful dolls and continued support. We are on our second round thanks to such wonderful caring donors.

50th dz to Nebraska

The 50th dozen comfort dolls will be shipped to Nebraska tomorrow. SAFE center will receive them in Kerney NE. The donors of the 50th dz are:
Beverly Sams of VA
Lisa Lentini of NJ
Noel Poupard of CA
Pam Suver of OH
Pamela Perry of KY

Jeannette Sinclair sponsored this shipment by purchasing an Inner Child doll kit. Thank you all for your beautiful dolls and thanks Jeannette for sponsoring this shipment. You are all angels.

49th dozen to North Dakota

49th dz Comfort dolls shipped to N. Dakota. The SAFE Shelter in Jamestown will receive them. Donors are:
Pamela Perry of KY
Pam Suver of OH
Noel Poupard of CA
Angela Batchelor of the UK
Lisa Lentini of NJ
Beverly Sams of VA

This shipment was sponsored by Jeannette Sinclair of PA. She purchased an Inner child doll kit which sponsors a shipment. Thank you Jeannette.

27 dolls from Noel Poupard of CA

Today a box filled with 28 Comfort Dolls arrived from Noel Poupard of CA. Noel makes small pocket size dolls for the women to hold easily and tuck away in her purse or pocket to keep a comforting hug near her at all times. Very thoughtful Noel. Each doll is beaded and embellished front and back with sweet faces. Noel made 27 dolls for the shelters and tucked in one for me along with a beautiful fabric post card. Noel, thank you so much for such a generous donation. The doll you made for me will be treasured. She is beautiful! Front and back is just so detailed, and the fabric postcard will also be displayed in my studio. You are so thoughtful and quite a busy gal with much talent!
Thank you for everything.

11 Comfort Dolls from Comfort Dolls yahoo group

A month or so ago Pam Suver contacted me to ask if I would be fine if she created a Comfort Doll Yahoo group because she understands the importance of this project and wants to spread the word in hopes of more participants. I gave her my blessings and thought it was a wonderful idea, and what a special lady to want to encourage and inspire others to join the Comfort Doll Project.

A sweet smelling box of 11 dolls arrived for the shelters from Pam. Pam's Yahoo group currently has 5 members. Two ladies, Kathorine Wood of PA and CR Bryan of VA made these 11 dolls which Pam kindly collected and shipped to me.

Pam enclosed a heart warming letter describing the care these two women put into their dolls. I can see and feel it Pam. These are beautiful and such a blessing to hold. Thank you for starting the group, collecting and shipping the dolls to me, and thank you Kathorine and CR for creating these lovely little ladies. Their recipients will most certainly feel the love of every stitch placed.

48th dz to North Carolina

The 48th dozen are on their way to the Onslow Women's Shelter in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The donors of this dozen are~
Sherry Ellison of Ca
Cristina Galliher of CA
Brenda Salzano of OR
Diane Yates of TN
Pamela Perry of KY
Thank you so much ladies!!!!!

47th dz to Oklahoma

KI BOIS Women's Shelter in Stigler Oklahoma is receiving the 47th dozen Comfort Dolls.
Domors of these dolls are~
Sherry Ellison of CA
Cristina Galliher of CA
Brenda Salzano of OR
Diane Yates of TN
Pamela Perry of KY
Thanks again ladies for your awesome donations.

46th dz off to New Jersey

Woman's Space in Lawrenceville New Jersey will receive the 46th dozen dolls. The donors of this dozen are~Kirsten Schmidt of Germany
Pamela Perry of KY
Diane Yates of TN
Jan Bartlett of NV
Brenda Salzano of OR
Cristina Galliher of CA
Sherry Ellison of CA (sponsor of this shipment)
Thank you all for sharing your hearts and talents with women who will be warmed by your actions. Thank you Sherry for your sponsorship. Hugs all around.

45th dz goes to Rhode Island

Sojourner House in Providence Rhode Island will receive the 45th dozen Comfort Dolls.
Donors of this dozen are~
Jan Bartlett of NV
Pamela Perry of KY
Sherry Ellison of CA
Cristina Galliher of CA
Brenda Salzano of OR
Diane Yates of TN
Kirsten Schmidt of Germany
Thank you all for your beautiful and generous donations.

44th dozen to Nevada

The 44th dozen Comfort Dolls are leaving tomorrow for Nevada. The CAAW (committee to aide abused women) are receiving this dozen.
A huge THANK YOU to the Doll donors which are~
Ann Freeman of CO
Jan Bartlett of NV (sponsor)
Valeta Stafney of OR
Kirsten Schmidt of Germany
Pamela Perry of KY
Diane Yates of TN
Brenda Salzano of OR
Cristina Galliher of CA
Sherry Ellison of CA

Bakers dozen from Sherry Ellison of CA

Sherry Ellison aka Saucy Chick Sherry,from CA, was surfing blog land and forgot to leave breadcrumbs she writes, however she did manage to find us here at the Comfort Doll blog, and am I happy she did. A bakers dozen of her unique butterfly dolls arrived today. One dozen to donate, and one for me, thank you Sherry. That is very sweet of you. Sherry is also sponsoring a shipment going out tomorrow....I have to make one more phone call before I know it's destination.
Again, thank you so much for such a generous donation and sponsorship. I love my little butterfly!

5 Comfort dolls from Cristina Galliher of CA

The other box of dolls received today were from Cristina Zinnia Galliher of CA.Each with her own message. The little faces with the lips just made me smile.
I found homes for three more dozen today while waiting for internet service. Now I need to find another home for the dozen received today. How wonderful! We are almost at 50 states! Someone pinch me! Thank you Cristina for your Comfort Doll donations.

7 little dolls from Brenda Salzano arrived today

Two boxes of dolls arrived today! The first box contained 7 more dolls from Brenda Salzano of OR.
Brenda sent an assortment of fun dolls to ensure smiles. Thank you for such delightful creatures Brenda!

Three more dolls from Jan Bartlett

These three dolls came giggling to my home from Jan Bartlett of NV. When I saw their fun fabrics and playful pattern with such cute feet, the giggling continued, only this time, from me. How sweet are these little ones? The smiles will be wide when these are received. Thank you once again Jan , for your continued support and for sponsoring yet another shipment. I love the Spring book mark and will think of your generous heart every time I see it.

I also thought I would mention Jan's blog which shares her insight and views on abuse which is worth educating ourselves about. Thanks Jan.

Dolls flew in from Germany!

Kirsten Schmidt of Germany sent a trio of lovely Comfort Dolls last week. A mermaid, a heart,and a serene scene.When I have the time, I enjoy sharing details of your dolls as I post them, and I wanted to show a closeup of this little scene. Isn't it sweet?I see Kirsten included a dragonfly , she must love them too because she sent me a beautiful dragonfly rubber stamp. I will use that often. Thank you for your wonderful donations, and for the stamp. I will put it to good use and your dolls are sure to delight their recipients.

Thank you email from Polk Co Shelter

Polk County Women's Shelter in Georgia sent us a thank you via email......

Dear Ms. Winter
We wanted to let you know that the comfort dolls have arrived. They are each so lovely and have such different personalities that we are sure our clients will treasure them. Please thank the artists for their caring and hard work in creating these gifts. We would gratefully accept more dolls should more become available.

Sincerely,
Paula Williams
Administrative Assistant

Diane Yates from TN sent 9 Comfort dolls

Diane Yates has donated 9 Comfort Dolls. Diane collects dolls and swaps with others so she has acquired quite a collection. She has decided to part with some for the Comfort Doll Project. She has enjoyed them and feels the need to offer them to women who would enjoy them as well. I know it is hard to part with your dolls Diane, and I do thank you. Nine women will continue to love them soon.

22 Comfort Dolls from Pamela Perry of KY

Pamela Perry of Kentucky sent 22 sweet pocket sized Comfort dolls last week. Each doll holds a Spring flower to greet her recipient. What a lovely and cheerful group. Thank you Pam :-) These are just lovely. I recently met Pamela through this project and learned of her website she created for her mother. Her story is heartbreaking. To know your mother doesn't recognize you, and is lost in her own world at times has got to be unbearable. I thank Pam for this site, she did not create it to ask for pity. It is to educate us about Alzheimer's. Among many things, I learned that the color chosen to represent this illness is purple. Imagine that! My favorite color. I took this as a message, a "heads up" if you will.
Pamela will be walking for the cause in September, and I hope to create a few purple items to donate and help raise money for research. I invite you to visit her site if you can.
Taking time to make 22 dolls for this project while having her hands full with family, shows the size of her heart.
I know each of you steal away precious time to create dolls for the women of the shelters, and I thank you all. Gestures small and large toward causes such as these are much needed. You never know when it will be our time to need a little hug.

Dolls arrived from Orinda Spence

Orinda Spence sent a variety of Comfort Dolls. Orinda included some additional dolls to be given to children. They will be tucked among the 41st shipment.
Thank you for the beautiful card Orinda. Love the colors. This will be framed..too pretty to use :-) Thanks for joining the Comfort Doll Project Orinda.

43rd dz off to Massachusetts

Womansplace in Brockton Massachusetts will receive the 43rd dz dolls.
Donors are~
Valeta Stafney
Pam Kellogg
Judith McCarthy
Orinda Spence
Ann Freeman
Patti Koosed
Nancy Collins

Thank you all for your wonderful donations. This shipment was sponsored by Terri Takacs.Thanks again Terri!

More Thank you letters to share from shelters

Two more letters arrived for you. Please click on letter to enlarge. Enjoy and Thank you!

42nd dozen going to Kansas

The Family Life Center SAFEHOUSE in El Dorado Kansas will receive our 42nd dozen Comfort Dolls.
Donors of these dolls are~
Orinda Spence
Ann Freeman
Patti Koosed
Judith McCarthy
Pam Kellogg
Valeta Stafney
This shipment sponsored by Jan Bartlett. Thank you again Jan!

41st dozen sent to Georgia

The 41st dozen Comfort Dolls are off to Polk C. Women's Shelter in Cedartown Georgia.Donors are~
Ann Freeman
Valeta Stafney
Pam Kellogg
Judith McCarthy
Orinda Spence
Patti Koosed
Thank you very much for your generous donations.
This shipment sponsored by Nancy Collins.Thanks again Nancy!

15 Comfort Dolls arrive from Veleta of OR

Veleta (Sammy) of OR has donated 15 more of her creations and collected treasures for the Abused Women in shelters who would needs a heartfelt token of love and comfort. Sammy generously gathers dolls from her collection and donates them even though it is tough to pass on a treasured item from a friend, Sammy knows they will go to someone who truly needs them. This is quite a sweet and generous action Veleta, thank you so much for your gathering of love.

**Sammy is a phenominal beader among other artful ventures, and I wanted to share with you, this gorgeous beaded watch she had tucked in the bottom of the box for me.As my eyes took in the beauty of each doll I removed from the box and held, imagine my gasp when I discovered the watch.
Almost too much to absorb in one sitting. You know a few tears fell as I imagined a gal packing up some of her favorite things to donate and then to slip in a surprise for me as well.

I love sea themed anything, and this watch is unbelieveable. This is just another example of the giving heart of Sammy. I can't imagine the hours it took to create this. I do know it is a priceless treasure to me. Thank you for everything Sammy, your giving spirit certainly shines in everything you do.
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Every donor is a treasure. Whether it is one doll or fifty, the time to gather supplies, create your dolls and pack them to ship off does not go unappreciated. I know the work involved in every step, and I know how busy life can get. I just want you all to know that not only are your generous gifts appreciated by their recipients, but by me as well. You are such a great group of women. Thank you.

More dolls arrived from Pam Kellogg

Pam Kellogg has created more Comfort Dolls. If you love the crazy quilt kitties, Pam is kindly offering to create one for you in her etsy shop. Pam, thanks again for your lovely stitched dolls and comfort hangers. I think these hung on a door of a safe room would bring comfort for sure. A reminder that women are always there supporting each other.

Thanks also for the beautiful card and treasures. Such a feminine greeting, I love it.

7 dolls from Ann Freeman

Seven Comfort Dolls arrived last week from Ann Freeman. Ann used a delightful pattern she found on weewonderfuls Cheerful little ones to bring smiles and warm hearts. Thank you very much Ann. Your donation is much appreciated.

More dolls from Patti Koosed

Patti Koosed donated three more sweet Comfort dolls. The larger one is all dressed up to meet her recipient. She even has earrings...adorable! Thank you Patti . You're dolls are always such a delight and much appreciated.

40th Dozen Comfort dolls headed to Montana

The 40th dozen Comfort dolls will be shipped to Montana Coalition against Domestic Violence.

The donors for this shipment are:
Judith McCarthy of Australia
Maryanne Davidson of Colorado
Jan Bartlett of Nevada
Nancy Collins of Florida........thank you all so very much. Do you realize we are 10 away from reaching our 5oth state? Amazing. All I can say is Comfort Doll Donors have big hearts and you ROCK! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This shipment was sponsored by Jan Bartlett of Nevada. Thank you Jan!!!!!!

39th dozen goes to Delaware

The 39th dozen Comfort Dolls are flying off to Delaware tomorrow. The Safe Program of People's Place will be receiving this shipment.

A big thank you to the following donors:
Nancy Collins of Florida
Barbara Chatterton Luuring of The Netherlands
Jan Bartlett of Nevada
Judith McCarthy of Australia

This shipment was sponsored by Nancy Colliins of Florida...Thank you Nancy!!!!!!!

14 dolls from Judith McCarthy of AU

Judith is a doll making machine! Another box of 14 Comfort Dolls arrived from Judith. I cannot believe the variety yet again. Bendable dolls,angels,goddess,and cats. I had to get a close up of the tiny cats. These can be tucked in a pocket or worn as a brooch. How delightful!

Thank you Judith. I don't think you ever sleep, but it is sure appreciated :-)

Comfort Doll from Maryann Davidson

This soft beauty arrived from Maryann Davidson of CO. She is made from soft chenille fabric and pearls. She will also arrive to a shelter in time for Valentine's day. Thank you so much Maryann for your beautiful donation.

New dolls from Jan Bartlett

Four new Valentine dolls arrived from Jan Bartlett . The vintage Valentine images are adorable and bring back memories of my card exchange days, pink frosted cupcakes, giggles, and sweetheart candies! These cheerful darlings will be finding a home today and will arrive in time to be passed out for Valentine's day to warm hearts! Thank you again Jan for your continued support of the Comfort Doll Project. (Thanks for the beautiful bookmark for Valentine's Day too :-)

9 more dolls from Nancy Collins

Nancy Collins has been a busy gal! 9 Comfort Dolls arrived , and each one is cheerful and unique. Nancy even sent a Valentine doll. These dolls will be sent out in time for Valentine's Day. One day this week.I will find a shelter for them tomorrow.
Thank you so much Nancy, and also for sponsoring a few shipments. That was very generous and kind.

Comfort Doll arrives from Barbara Chatterton-Luuring

Barbara has sent another of her beautiful Comfort Dolls. This sweet bird is cross stitched with some pulled thread work and cloth wing. Barbara attached a comforting note to be enclosed with her doll. Thank you again Barbara. This doll will certainly bring smiles and comfort I'm sure.

Thank you letter from MN shelter

I wanted to share this letter I just received from the shelter in MN which received the 37th dozen. They have a unique way of storing the Comfort Dolls from you until they are needed~~~~~

My name is Kathleen and I am the shelter manager at Some Place Safe, a domestic violence shelter in Fergus Falls MN.

We received the dolls last week and are delighted to have them in our shelter. They are a wonderful addition to our advocacy possibilities. They really will "spread smiles" to victims and advocates alike! We have a small tree in our offices and the dolls will inhabit the branches, until someone "needs" one. Thank you again.

Kathleen

38th dozen shipped to Womens center in Idaho

The Womens Center in Coeur d'Alene Idaho will receive our 38th dozen Comfort Dolls.* This shipment was sponsored by Melissa Newton (Debra's daughter). Thank you Melissa!!!!
The generous creators and donors for dozen #38 are:
Marilyn Goodman
Kim Snover
Jan Bartlett
Chaska Peacock
Brenda Salzano
Pat Winter
Debra Newton
Thank you all for your beautiful dolls and for your continued support of the Comfort Doll Project. We are certainly starting the New Year off in a big way!

37th dozen off to Minnesota Womens Center

The Women's Crisis Center in Minnesota will receive the 37th dozen Comfort Dolls. Donors of the 37th dozen are:
Beverly Sams of VA
Chaska Peacock of TX
Jan Bartlett of CO
Carol Kujala of MI
Pat Winter of IN
Debra Newton of CT
Brenda Salzano of OR
Patti Koosed of OR
Thank you all for your lovely comfort dolls and a special thanks to Debra Newton for sponsoring this shipment.

Comfort Doll from Marilyn Goodman of CA

Marilyn Goodman's soft sweet Comfort Doll arrived today.

Marilyn's doll is cuddly soft and is embellished with tatting,buttons,beads, and felt cut outs.There is a pretty pink pocket on the back which holds a special note for whomever has the privilege to receive her. The chenille doll body is vintage from Marilyn's old bathrobe to bring a bit of comfort from something of comfort from the maker. What a great idea! Thank you so much Marilyn. Your doll donation is greatly appreciated.

New Comfort Dolls from Moi!

I am finally getting some dolls made. These three are filled with lavender in hopes to calm worries and refresh their recipients outlook on the road ahead.

Comfort Dolls from Chaska Peacock

Chaska Peacock sent two beautiful angel Comfort Dolls. She decorated them using velvet leaves,altered art faces,gorgeous fabrics and fibers, and lovely sparkling wings to fly into the hands of their recipients. Thank you for these beautiful dolls Chaska. Very unique and lovely!

Comfort Doll from Kim Snover of CA

Kim Snover of CA, sent this open armed cheerful spirit to give a huge warm hug to a woman who could use one. Kim crazy quilted this doll with beautiful fuchsia,pink and brown fabrics sure to put a smile on anyone's face. Thank you so much Kim! Your doll begs to be held.

More Comfort dolls from Jan Bartlett

Jan Bartlett is like the little energizer bunny when it comes to making Comfort Dolls. She keeps going and going and going! I just received these four sweeties from Jan. Made from doll image fabric and each with a wooden doll face all tied up with a pretty ribbon just waiting to be held by their new recipients. Thank you again Jan for your wonderful dolls and for the time to so generously donate to this cause. :-)

Comfort Doll from Carol of Michigan

A keepsake doll made by Carol Kujala of Michigan arrived yesterday. Carol's doll is made from a soft cream fabric with lace, satin flowers, rhinestones and a pretty round tag which reads, "Forever in my heart". Carol, you can bet the recipient will keep this kind gesture forever in her heart. Thank you for your donation to the Comfort Doll Project. Your doll will be among the 37th dozen.

More dolls from Patti of Treasure Barn

Another shipment of Comfort Dolls arrived from Patti Koosed of Treasure Barn in OR. Four more sweet jointed dolls offering, Hope, Faith,Hugs, and Dreams. Inspiring words to live by and pass on. Thank you for yet another generous donation Patti. They are getting ready to fly away next week to new owners who will love them.

More dolls from Debra Newton and daughter Melissa

Debra Newton sent four more Comfort dolls including a Valentine Comfort Doll from her etsy group and her daughter Melissa made one as well. Very unique designs with lots of detail such as glass hands, charms, lace and hand panted faces. Melissa's doll is "pretty in pink" with "Dream" embroidered on it and beads,pretty sheer ruffle at the bottom and such an adorable embroidered face. They are rose scented too and smells like I just walked through a sunny garden. A mood lightener indeed!

Thank you both for your sweet donations. I also want to thank you Debra for sponsoring a couple shipments of the dolls.That was very nice and generous of you and appreciated.

Shelter letters...three to share.

I received thank you letters from three shelters the past two weeks and want to share them with you since it is OUR mail. Click on the letter to enlarge.

The first is from the Rescue Mission in Wyoming who received the 35th dozen.

The second letter arrived from the Kodiak Women's Shelter and Crisis Center in Alaska which received the 36th dozen Comfort Dolls.

The third letter is from the recipients of the 34th dozen, The Avalon Center in Tennessee.
I hope you enjoy reading the letters and knowing how much your dolls mean to the women of these shelters. They were given out at Christmas time, and what a great time to receive a little unexpected love. Thanks again everyone. You are much appreciated.

36th dozen dolls sent to Alaska

What a difference a day makes. A couple days ago I was sending out the 33rd,34th,and 35th dozen dolls and on Monday I will ship out dozen #36 thanks to the generous donation of one dozen dolls from Judith McCarthy of AU. Another dozen to be received before Christmas to warm the hearts of many women who could use an extra comfort this time of year.
This group will be sent to the Kodiak Woman's Resource and Crisis Center in Kodiak Alaska on Monday.

Thank you Judith, and all of you donors for supporting this project. I wish I could thank each of you in person. You sure make the world a brighter place. Happy Holidays and blessings to each of you.

One Dozen Comfort Dolls from Judith McCarthy of AU

Yesterday I received 12 beautiful Comfort Dolls from Judith McCarthy of Australia. Judith hand painted each doll face and created such a variety. These are brooches for the recipient to wear close to her heart. Can you imagine a woman pinning on one of these knowing she was being thought of?

There are full dolls.....................
Dragonfly and seahorse dolls................
Heart face dolls Each unique doll is embellished with beading ,charms, and hair. Amazing!
Thank you so much Judith. This dozen has such variety that it will be shipped to a shelter together as I would hate to separate them since they traveled so far from home already,LOL. :-)

Dozen # 35 will be received by Wyoming

Our 35th dozen Comfort Dolls will go to Central Wyoming Rescue Mission. I am excited to send off the last three dozen Comfort Dolls of 2008 to three states for Christmas.

I know you all have worked hard and made time to create your beautiful dolls. Please know they will be warmly received with open arms for Christmas.

The donors of the 35th dozen dolls are~~Patti Koosed of Oregon, Wendy Shu of Singapore, Freda Butler of Il, Jan Bartlett of Nevada, Debra Newton of CA, Beverly Sams of Virginia, and Sherri Pruitt of Florida.
THANK YOU ALL and STAY BLESSED!

This shipment was sponsored by Jan Bartlett of NV. Thank you for sponsoring several shipments and for donating many special dolls.

Dozen #34 will go to Tennessee

The Avalon Center in TN will receive the 34th dozen Comfort Dolls. The donors of these dolls are~ Sherri Pruitt of Florida, Beverly Sams of Virginia, Nora Goodman of Oregon, Jan Bartlett of Nevada, Debra Newton of CA, Freda Butler of IL, Patti Koosed of Oregon, and Wendy Shu of Singapore.

A special Thank you to Lynn Palazzo for sponsoring this shipment of Comfort Dolls.

A group hug to you all and Happy Holidays!!!! May you be blessed with the joys you deserve.

Dozen # 33 will go to Vermont

The Vermont Network will receive our 33rd dozen of Comfort Dolls. I will send these out tomorrow in hopes they will be ready to give out on Christmas.This shipment was sponsored by Lynn Palazzo of Canada. Thank you Lynn for sponsoring several shipments. The donors of the 33rd dozen are~
Lyn Palazzo of Canada,Wendy Shu of Singapore, Nancy Collins of Florida, Patti Koosed of Oregon, Freda Butler of IL, Jan Bartlett of NV, and Beverly Sams of Virginia.

THANK YOU LADIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Blessings and Happy Holidays!!!!

Six bright and beautiful dolls from Beverly Sams of VA

Beverly Sams sent 6 bright and beautiful Comfort Dolls this week. Beverly's dolls are made of soft fleece and embellished with embroidered flowers, meaningful words, beads, charms,and delightful hair with each wearing a beaded necklace. Thank you for creating these lovely dolls to comfort women in need of a hug. Warm hug and Blessings to you.

Comfort Dolls from Sherri Pruitt

Sherri Pruitt of The Vintage Rabbit in Florida, donated three sweet lavender filled Comfort Dolls. Each doll has an angel pin on them. Sherri learned of the project through the Etsy Cottage Style Team. I enjoyed the label on the box. It made me smile.Thank you Sherri for donating your beautiful dolls. They will be be warmly welcomed by their recipients I am sure.

Arrivals from Jan Bartlett

These Holiday Comfort Dolls arrived from Jan Bartlett. They are just in time to spend the holidays with their new recipients.They are adorable!


Jan, thank you for your continued support, it is appreciated. I also want to thank you for sponsoring some doll shipments, it is much appreciated. The bookmark and postcard you made me will be treasured. Blessings.

Comfort Doll from Nora Goodman of OR

This sweet doll arrived yesterday from Nora Goodman of OR. Her hand painted face is so sweet and she has lovely hair with natural highlights (like many of us). Nora used a pretty satin and metallic fabric for her body and the word JOY around her collar to inspire her new owner.
Thank you very much Nora. Your doll is much appreciated.

Comfort Dolls from Deb Newton

Deb Newton is an Etsy Cottage Style member who joined several other members to contribute to the Comfort Doll Project. These two lovelies arrived last week from Deb of CA.They are delicate little dolls with beading,charms,and floral accents just waiting to brighten someone's day. Thank you Deb and your etsy team. You gals rock!!!!