I'd like to thank JOAN for hosting this Hop. She is perfect for fairy tales as she has a different outlook on life and creativity. Who else do you know who has toilets for planters and an old car in the pond as a highlight?
I had to look up Faity Tales and found a lot of my own thoughts of stories were old nursery rhymes. Grimm's tales are a little dark, but I wanted something not the normal without to strange.
THUMBELINA
Born of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies .
Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away from her when she is kidnapped by Ms. Toad to marry her son. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius.
Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help her. Once the birds were ready to travel in migration in the direction of Thumbelina's home, she rode one's back.
This Tale has a 'happy' ending (Happy Summer Sostice) - you should look up the story. My give away for the hop is one of my own design mini dolls and matching quilt. Please be sure I can contact you - will pull the winner the following Monday - June 28th. (not able to ship over seas)
**this is a collector doll and not meant for little ones**
Please be sure to visit all these talented bloggers duting this hop:
Monday June 21
Becky’s Adventurers in Quilting and Travel
Tuesday June 22
Quilting & Learning - What a Combo!
Wednesday June 23
Thursday June 24
Friday June 25
Sewingly Yours,
Sharon
I love your wee Thumbelina, truth is I cannot remember that story, but like all good fairy tales, happily ever after is the ending. Not for me asx I am way down in the depths of winter in New Zealand, but a loving new home where she will live " Happily ever after"
ReplyDeleteSo cute! It's been a long time since I read any fairy tales. My baby is about to turn 25. Where did the time go? I'll have to look that one up.
ReplyDeleteI love how you told the story we ugh your photos!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea. I haven't heard the name Thumbelina in years. thanks for the memory!
ReplyDeleteA lovely fairy tale and project, love how you told it!
ReplyDeleteSweet!!! Thumbelina used to be one of my favorite fairy tales, but I had forgotten about her until this post. I love it! Your little Thumbelina is sweet and so it the quilt that goes with her. Thanks so much for sharing her!
ReplyDeleteThumbelina was one of my favorite movies when I was little. I think I need to bring it out for my own children to see. Thanks for this fun memory.
ReplyDeleteLove the story and quilt with doll. Beautiful
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw the name Thumblelina, the song from the movie started in my head. When I was growing up, we had a beautifully illustrated book of fairy tales which included Thumblelina. The story is definitely creepy, but I longed to be able to fly on the back of a bird. I love the photos of your Thumbleline doll. She looks quite at home in your garden.
ReplyDeleteWell told favourite story….
ReplyDeleteYou came through with a great idea that fit the selected Fairy Tale! I enjoyed your many pictures as you reminded us of the story and of our childhoods.
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Sharon, Sharon, Sharon...you never cease to amaze me. I love your fairy tale and someone will end up with a very happy ending in addition to Thumbelina! Thanks for being a part of the hop and inspiring all of us to use our imagination! Your awesome.
ReplyDeleteI always loved Thumbelina and this is perfect for the fairy tale! What a wonderful giveaway too; you are amazing!
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to figure out how I grew up without knowing anything at all about this story. Thank you for the highlights of this fairy tale accented with the photos of your Thumbelina. I love your doll and its very own quilt and would be thrilled to be included in your give away.
ReplyDeleteI love the story, and your garden with all the right decorations to tell the story. such a cute doll
ReplyDeleteThat’s really cute. I remember the great story of Thumbelina.
ReplyDeleteI always loved this story! Though not tiny, I had a Thumbelina baby doll growing up. I can still picture her pretty little face! Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI always loved the story of Thumbelina, and you represented the Fairy Tell beautifully with your cute doll and quilt!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, Sharon, your story and photos are just so sweet. That Thumbelina is adorable...love it! Such a beautiful combo of doll and quilt. You rocked the fairy tale theme on this one!
ReplyDeleteSo very cute!
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ReplyDeleteSo cute...love the story line for this..I've never read the story of Tumbelina...I'll have to check that out..have a great day!
So cute. I have always liked the story of Thumbelina. thanks for the chance.
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Very cute! Thumbelina was a favorite story as a child, read it to my grand daughters too. sewgood414athotmaildotcom
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project Sharon. I love Thumbellina and was going to use her story as my them project for the hop. I’m sure glad I didn’t since your presentation of the story is perfect! Love Thumbellina’s journey through your garden 😉
ReplyDeleteGreat story to go along with your doll and mini quilt. She is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI read Thumbelina in your post and had goosebumps. Such a great interpretation and your post is so fun to read. The doll and quilt are amazing.
ReplyDeleteSuper sweet Thumbelina :)
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI'm running a day late with this blog hop. But wanted to pop in to say I love your sweet Thumbelina and the matching quilt makes a perfect set.
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Darling doll and quilt!
ReplyDeleteThat is fabulous! I love your mini-doll and would love to win the giveaway, so thanks for the chance. That blue is just perfect for a little Thumbelina dress and quilt!
ReplyDeleteYour miniature Thumbelina doll and mini quilt are the sweetest.
ReplyDeleteYour dolly and quilt are so special and wonderfully made!
ReplyDeleteI adore the story of Thumbelina. I had a book and record that me and my sister used to listen to over and over. Your adorable little doll captures the essence of Thumbelina. Have a magical day! -Andrea
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet Thumbelina! Thanks for the story. Take care.
ReplyDeleteLove your sweet little Thumbelina!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the Thumblelina story. I had forgotten that one. The doll, of course, is adorable.
ReplyDeleteThumbelina was on of my favorite fairy tales! I love yours, she is just tooooo cute!!! xx
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