patterns- a survey
wow, wow, wow!!! I am so thrilled by the response to the pattern on Purl Bee- from now on she will be referred to as purl girl. This is totally inspiring me to do my own pattern. A couple of things about me- I get overwhelmed and so thinking about doing a pattern suddenly seems enormous with too many decisions to make. And, I get easily discouraged- if I make a pattern and it’s a flop, I probably won’t try again.
So- I thought it’d be fun to do a survey. What pattern should I try first. The choices are- tiny world, kitty, tiki pillow, or sweater baby.
all of these would be doable by someone with basic sewing skills- nothing fancy.
April 9th, 2009 at 10:07 am
I love them all (especially the tiny worlds, which I’ve been admiring for a few months now), but the tiki pillows have won my heart. I can’t resist tiki kitsch!
And I’m super happy that you say I can make one with just basic sewing skills– that means I might actually be able to pull one off! Yay!
April 9th, 2009 at 10:17 am
Tiki! Those are SO coool!
April 9th, 2009 at 10:17 am
I can’t wait to do my own “Purl Girl” She’s so cute!
April 9th, 2009 at 10:26 am
I’ve got another window open, ordering felt to make my own Purl Girl! Thanks so much for sharing your pattern with us. And I voted for Kitty.
April 9th, 2009 at 10:48 am
I voted already, but…. kitty kitty kitty!!!
April 9th, 2009 at 10:57 am
OMG. I want them all. But please, please, please do tiny world. Your series of teacup worlds completely fascinates me!
April 9th, 2009 at 11:08 am
personally, i like the tiny world!
April 9th, 2009 at 11:26 am
Tiny world, its gorgeous and calming ; )
April 9th, 2009 at 11:52 am
I love all of them-but the tiny world is very cute-my second fav-tiki pillows!
April 9th, 2009 at 11:58 am
They are all obviously wonderful, but the tiki is the best choice for a few reasons. First, it is complex and detailed, making it something I probably couldn’t figure out on my own easily! Second, it is a really original design! You could most likely find tons of other patterns for kitties and baby dolls, but the tiki is definitely unique and well made! That said, I think the tiny worlds would be great as well!
I can’t wait to try your purl girl tutorial!!
April 9th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Dear Mimi, I can’t tell you how glad I’m that we can have a pattern of yours to work with. Any of the patterns you decide to publish will be perfect, but can I put in a word for bride/groom doll patterns? I just love those dolls, and would certainly buy a pattern if you decide to offer it. Wishing you a lovely weekend, Vesna.
April 9th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
I think ya gotta do Tiki
April 9th, 2009 at 1:04 pm
Your new pattern is wonderful! Thank you so much for doing this for us. I haven’t made a doll in ages, but now want to make many. You have made it doable and interesting again. I love that its handsewn, portable, and stuff as you go. I voted for any pattern, but gosh the tiki pillows seem like a good unique pattern to start with. If you lived near me, I would have to be your good friend….you are such a creative soul, and prolific artist with delightful outcomes.
April 9th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
I have loved the tiny world ever since I first came across this website!! I also want to thank you for making the doll pattern I have been trying to figure out how you make your cute girls for a few months now. I’m so glad I can try a new arty craft!!
April 9th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
I say Tiki all the way – they are what made me very first fall in love with your work, and they are completely unique. Tiki Tiki Tiki!
Plus, I’d want to make one for Diane. :)
April 9th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
I love all four, and would buy all four. I think my first choice would be kitty…no wait…tiny world…..
April 9th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Tiny world!
April 9th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
how about all of the above? ;)
April 9th, 2009 at 3:55 pm
All of your dolls are great, Mimi, but I am still crazy about your kitty dolls!
April 9th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
Tiny world! I’ve been wanting one of those for quite a while – I know just the teacup I would use, too. Second choice would be sweater baby. Just looking at them makes me happy.
April 9th, 2009 at 5:27 pm
I’m enthralled with the Tiny World. So magical!
April 9th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
Hard to pick just one! But I have to say Kitty! You can do it, I know you can!
April 9th, 2009 at 6:07 pm
The sweater baby. I am going to make your doll from your pattern. I have not made a doll in sooooo long. Once it is made i will let you know so you can see for yourself. Funny i had no worries about your patterns. :) So glad to see one is out there. I am excited!
April 10th, 2009 at 5:33 am
Love, love, love the tiny worlds. Have been completely facinated by them since I first saw them. I downloaded your girl from purl bee, and can’t wait for my felt to arrive to get started on her.
April 10th, 2009 at 8:50 am
I voted for Kitty, but it seems like Tiki may be the easiest for you to make up a pattern for, since it’s constructed flat, with the shapes sewn on. That’s what I suggest, since it’s your first one, to choose the one that would be easiest for YOU to make up a pattern for. I think which-ever you choose, folks will love it! I’d find it interesting if you blog about your pattern-making experience.
April 10th, 2009 at 9:29 am
I love the Tiki pillows! My sister and I get together and craft and she loves Tiki’s and this would be a fantastic pattern for us beginner sewers. Your Purl doll pattern looks fantastic and I can’t wait to try that either. :D
April 10th, 2009 at 1:03 pm
TIKI TIKI TIKI PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
April 10th, 2009 at 4:22 pm
I love the kitty and Tiny world. I dont like the tiki at all sorry!! I see lots do but I really can’t believe it would be the best selling. Kitty or tiny world!! Tiny world is the most unique!
April 10th, 2009 at 7:17 pm
Tiki please…While I’d love the tiny worlds for myself, I have a number of friends who are Tiki FANATICS, and I’d love to make them some tiki goodness…
April 10th, 2009 at 9:19 pm
Congratulations, Mimi! The pattern is incredibly darling. I have my fingers crossed for the tiny world (especially since I’ve been hunting down the perfect tea cup ever since I saw yours for the first time!)
April 11th, 2009 at 5:56 am
[...] Mimi Kirchner received such a hearty response to her first doll pattern that she’s thinking about sharing more. She’s taking a survey to help her decide which pattern to produce next. Help her out and take the poll. [...]
April 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
I love all of the patterns. I think my favorite would be kitty. Thank you for iving us the opportunity to see the patterns.
April 11th, 2009 at 1:10 pm
I loved the sweater babies but I think that are all adorable and I truly hope you will eventually have them all available.
April 11th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
I love that you made a doll pattern for us, Mimi! It was like my heart’s desire. I was hoping you would write a book and include your patterns, and share your stories, but this is wonderful too. I would vote for the Kitty pattern. I love that they are dressed up like little people! Thanks so much for sharing your life and talents with us.
April 11th, 2009 at 5:00 pm
Tiny World would be a smash hit, I reckon! I adore those little pincushions!
April 11th, 2009 at 7:34 pm
What a tough choice! Maybe sweater babies since I’m looking for a gift idea for nieces. But I would love to try them all.
Thank you so much for Purl Girl! She is lovely.
April 11th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
I give my vote to Kitty, but they are all wonderful :-)
well… your stuff is always wonderful, so what ever you decide, we will welcome with gratitude and joy :-D
April 12th, 2009 at 8:52 am
Thank you for sharing the purl girl pattern. I voted for the Tiny World because they are so whimsical and always make me smile.
April 12th, 2009 at 11:09 am
I voted for Kitty, but Tiny World is a really, really, really, really, really close second … in fact, if you asked me again in five minutes, I might change my vote. Love them both.
April 12th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Tiny World, because I need a tiny world to dive into when I come tired and crazy and exhausted from being with clueless and wonderful and exhausting students all day long. I need to have a cup of tea with me, in this little tiny world.
Then you can do whatever, but whatever that is, I hope it includes lots of dolls and patterns and books. All success to you!
April 13th, 2009 at 4:16 am
Love them all, but I would say Tiki!
April 13th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Hi Mimi!
Your work is so inspiring! I cannot wait to try your purl girl! I would love to see a pattern for the tiki’s! They are soo great! Thank you!! Sarah
April 14th, 2009 at 4:39 am
I love the tiny worlds and that’s what I voted for, but I also think the kitty would be fun to make! Thanks for even thinking about patterns! Debbie
April 25th, 2009 at 1:08 pm
You are so generous, talented and inspiring. Thank you ;)