Crafting A Doll With Mudlarking Finds And A Family History

[@catclelland2447]

OMG THE DOLLHOUSE! I’ve never seen one like that besides queen Mary’s. The amount of detail blew me completely away!

[@grettagirl2884]

And, I love that you taught Oscar to sew!!! How lovely!

[@lindavazquez589]

Loved your family history. You are making your ancestors proud for sure. Thank you for sharing.

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

This was such a touching tribute to your ancestors. I literally teared up when Kate and Oscar were sitting and sewing this their grandmother. 🥰 You are all just so lovely.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@stasiaspade1169]

It brought back memories of my grandmother teaching me quilting squares!

[@sarahsallotmentjourney]

The personal history is what makes this video stand out as amazing along with your beautifully crafted folk obviously x

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you Sarah :)

[@janicescragg2388]

It's so nice to see such generosity. I am also loving seeing knowledge being passed on from generation to generation.

[@marshacrom6206]

You are doing a great job with the little dolls. Sometimes people forget the can have hobbies that just make them happy.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you we love making the dolls! :)

[@Mary-of6dn]

I have no words...which is rare..lol! Absolutely moving and lovely video. Sharing your history, your collection and the ending with Nannie and Oscar and Kate working on doll clothes and pillow brought tears, but happy ones. This is such a joyful place to spend time. I am grateful.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@peggycomer1]

My favorite episode.

[@nancywarren608]

I love that you have Mudlarkers sending in babies in need. How sweet is that! The Black Man pipe is amazing. So much detail and in such great shape. Love watching you two. It's always so exciting to see your finds. I wish I could do the same. Enjoy your sewing and see you in the next clip. Nancy, SC, USA

[@bcldavis5085]

I loved watching this. I had a tear in my eye. It made me miss my Nanny. We used to sew and cook and create together too. Lovely. Thank you.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@lorrydodge5917]

How cute is Oscar, sewing a pillow .All boys should learn to sew ,love watching what you guys will do next.

[@cynthiawilliams3873]

Enjoyed this one very much. I am amazed that you can make something special out of bits and pieces. Thank you for your hard work and time in making these videos.

[@TaraFinlay]

I agree with the former tv producer. I have literally watched nothing for the past two weeks but your back catalogue of videos. I am entranced not only by your mudlarking enchantment and enthusiasm, but your thoughtful approach to crafting. I adore your mum/nan’s dollhouse and all the treasures inside. Norma The Doll is fantastic. My Milliput order comes tomorrow and my various doll parts from etsy will arrive in drips and drabs over the course of the rest of February. I cannot wait to get started, and I have some gifts in mind for you based on some things I made for my stepdaughter’s doll house about 20 years ago. 😸 Fuzz McGee sends his regards to Sunny.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

That is very kind of you! We would love to see the dolls when they are made! Good luck and thank you again :) :)

[@Ty_The_Bonsai_Guy]

It's amazing how far back your family has been doing this. Wonderful family tradition. ❤

[@ou8venus2]

The doll house was amazing! I really, really enjoyed this video immensely!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@georgiaware3248]

Just rewatched👍😁 absolutely wonderful, how about another episode.❤️💚💙💜 Thank You

[@georgiaware3248]

Just watched this again, 💕🌸💕🌸💕🌸

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

We will hopefully making another new doll soon :)

[@juliehambleton788]

i love the detail in the dolls house,helps mr to visualize all my tiny finds in a place were they belong,how special

[@elainebagwell1473]

Another amazing video. Looking at the doll collection from Norma [nannie] was just awesome. I like the doll hospital, and that you ones are carrying on her legacy. That doll house was fantastic. Thank you both for sharing.

[@salishseaquest7952]

Kate really did look Edwardian whilst stitching. Not many young people still know how to handle a needle and thread, so kudos to you, Fleur, and your Mum, for keeping Kate and Oscar grounded in the domestic arts. How wonderful of you to share your family history of doll reclamation -- you come by it naturally to have your own manufacture of reclaimed doll parts into whole ones.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

We are quite excited as we can make some more dolls. So look out for them :)

[@skaarup33]

Kate, you and your grandmother could be twins. You look absolutely beautiful in this video, like an edwardian lady. I do enjoy watching your videos, there is something magical about them and they give me warm fuzzies. Your videos have been comforting and they help take my mind off the chronic pain in my legs. I thank you for that. 💕💜💕💜💕💜💕🇬🇧🇩🇰🇬🇧

[@grettagirl2884]

"Too Tall Bitsy" could be a good nickname for her! 😀

[@pennyhoward3438]

Oh wow your Grandma Norma was a beautiful lady

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

She really was :)

[@elaineholden1988]

Brilliant footage of your dolls house, love the dolls and your family history xx

[@pamelachambers1684]

Beautiful story of your grandmother. The dolls are gorgeous. My Mother made dolls as well, but all the parts were fabric, with yarn as hair. My grand-daughter has them now.

[@tinyTears]

Fantastic video and you are all truly talented. The doll you made is adorable and what a lovely way to Honour your great grandma by naming a doll you made after her . Love the gifts that you received as well . Can’t wait till Sunday’s video 👍

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@MsPrecious61]

I LOVE your doll collection! Each one is amazing! I collect dolls and resell online. Your collection is quite collectible and valuable. The European German and French dolls are collected by many here in the US. I don’t know enough about them. I collect more Mid Century American. 1950 1960 mostly

[@treeshapedsnacks4078]

Norma doll has such a sweet and pleasant face. The head tilt fits perfectly into her vibe.

[@trudiel7353]

Such tiny seams. Nice work.

[@annettesaxman248]

Love all the family history you have

[@MillieOsborne]

Much love to you both, from your fellow crahfter from Canada’s gorgeous East Coast! I actually kinda’ really love how you say it, Fleur...never stop! Repeat after me...”embrace the ‘crahft!’” Your ability to create little worlds in your quiet, thoughtfully produced vlogs is outstanding (former tv producer here). Thank you for inviting us into your history...your family...your lovely, unique cozy corner! ❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Wow thank you Millie that means a lot! :)

[@anonymouse4850]

I have some china dolls.all modern,and yes they are quite creepy,but also lovely.a reminder of years gone by,when toys were real,not plastic,the junk that is sold today for kids,absolute rubbish,and so tacky,this is real,and so cute,so authentic,and lovingly restored,xxxxx

[@amandabell8827]

Wow! now I see where your love of dolls comes from! How wonderful to have three generations working together to give this doll a new life. Welcome Norma. All those gifts are amazing, there are some lovely people out there 😍 x

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you 🤗There definitely lovely people out there including you :)

[@amandabell8827]

@@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers Aww, thank you x

[@peggycomer1]

Love.

[@mistymint7983]

Love the family history really interesting and precious 🦘

[@codygibson2525]

I was completely blown away by the doll house amazing 😍. I loved the old doll story too.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you :)

[@tls8688]

I bet Norma is smiling. Amazing video!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

In our film out on Monday I have made a new member of the dolls house family :)

[@tls8688]

I absolutely will be watching it. I love making dolls. I have one needing repair with a similar short neck to the one remade in your video. I keep wrestling with the idea that maybe I can extend her neck with milliput (sp) after seeing you use it. An extended neck will allow the dolls head to be more stably attached when wired or sewn back on.

[@delorisvannoy3209]

awesome gifts, hope you have fun making the dolls.

[@MsSandraCGL]

How awesome for y'all about your great grandmother, so neat.

[@sticklebacksummer]

Something magical about dolls.. The house you were staying at was straight out of Bagpuss.

[@ET-yp9vc]

This video has such a wonderful muted and relaxed mood. Excellent camerawork and music. I love how intergenerational the craft was and how generous the mudlarking community is! A beautiful gift tied with a soft pink organza bow.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you very much!

[@guadalupeknippen2636]

What magnificent dollhouse with many miniture objects and furnishings. What great family history all intertwined around sewing, creating and repairing extraordinary dolls.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@weeu1]

Amazing the bits and pieces the Doll House held. Every room filled with wonder, enough to make one smile or giggle. The Parlor was busy full of dolls, some barely clothed and others well...naked. Not even a pair of knickers. Oh but they had their foot wear covered. They were all sitting around as if an afternoon Tea and crumpets party was about to happen. Lovely "Edwardian" blouse daughter had on. And Oscar, so cute and bubbly like sister. Nice that he knows how to sew. Seems to be a forgotten art here in the states (USA-California) for some. So kuddos to Oscar. The itsy bitsy doll turned out perfectly. Makes me wish I could be in the 4th seat at your table, making my own little doll. Taking the "Norma" name is a heart warming idea. My Mom's name was Wilma Jean. I love that name. So thank you so much for the relaxing feel-good video, it was amazing.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment it means a lot :)

[@MissTuppy]

Norma certainly was beautiful what a lovely story you certainly did a fab job and Oscar's pillow is Awesome 🤗. I started sewing some years ago and nobody in our family does it they all hate it. I was drawn to it and all antiques sewing orientated items. I was given 2 singer sewing machines which i absolutely adore. It wasnt till i found out that my great grandma was a seamstress by doing the family tree did i realise maybe that's where my love comes from😊. I really enjoyed watching your videos and i hope you make more doll parts to sell as id love to make one too💝

[@maureenbright5432]

It makes me SO HAPPY to know that your family is in the world.

[@RandomRetr0]

I love this!! Seeing you both find the forgotten doll parts, and then making a new doll with them, is like bringing something back to life again :)

[@frenchfry4310]

These are like frankendolls lol, they look amazing, great job ladies.😁

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you 😋

[@Agathanagatha]

So beautiful,I remember being a kid and we could take our broken dolls to the dolls hospital in Walthamstow and the chimes of your clock remind me of being at my two elderly spinster aunts house for tea every Sunday.Thank you

[@Agathanagatha]

Jon Seymour I remember deliberately pulling my sisters dolls head off so we could go to the dolls hospital 😂

[@Agathanagatha]

Jon Seymour definitely.going back to Romford scrumping apple’s and playing knock down ginger and then climbing over the corona bottle factory and getting the empties to take into the offie for the sixpence,eating shellfish winkles etc for Sunday tea with bread and butter.kids definitely had a much better lifestyle then we would be out early morning with jam sandwiches over the park the whole day 😀

[@stasiaspade1169]

@@Agathanagatha Shades of the Addams Family!

[@Agathanagatha]

Stasia Spade you could be right there 😀

[@rosievasquez523]

That is lovely about Grandma making dolls my mother used to make dolls I love dolls

[@defender_of_wonder]

The Doll House 🏠 is beautiful and magical! I would love to see it all in detail and items explained ...I'm sure it's all amazing! Thank you for sharing!❤️

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@skaarup33]

Some ideas for crafting with the things you guys find mudlarking. You can craft wind chimes out of the porcelain plates, cups, pieces of glass, sea glass, stuff like that. You make keychain, you can bore a hole in the item about them on a key chain. You could make sun catchers with the sea glass. You make earrings or mini mosaics. Or even Christmas tree ornaments. For other ideas you can check out pinterest. I hope you try some of these things at some point. 💕💜💕💜💕💜💕🥰👍🏻🇬🇧🇩🇰🇬🇧

[@rosievasquez523]

I love the little doll that you made and the little dress and the way you put the little bead on it made it look beautiful the yellow little bead make the the color come out

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thanks so much 😊

[@robinbradach928]

Well done Kate! Like Al said, your channel is magical, from your crafting, to your film locations, to the excitement you feel when you find something amazing that other people might see as rubbish. It is so nice to see talent being passed down from generation to generation and I am glad Oscar got in on the action as well. Sewing and doll repair are not just for females, highlighted by the fact that the original dolls hospital owner was a man. I really enjoy all of your videos and crafting and I hope you are having fun making them too. The doll house was beautiful as well!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much Robin your continued support is very much appreciated :)

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

Yes, very magical when watching you guys.

[@rockreader4298]

I absolutely Adored watching this video and my Heart is so touched that you chose to share such an important part of your life with me, with us. We Love You all the more. The gifts you received must have been an overwhelming surprise. Bless their Hearts. There are so many kind-hearted people and so many Love you. Before you know it, you'll need an add on to your house for the gifts. When you give you receive. It's a natural law of the universe. : ) Oscar made the perfect pillow for your Lovely LouElla and you made a fine outfit for her Kate.Did I hear you say her name is LouElla? That was cute when Sunny decided to include his twinkle toes in the film shot of arms and hands, legs and feet. That still shot applied to a canvas bag for bottle or beach glass hunting, sure would be cool.Sand colored with turquoise or black outline and lettering? Hugs, pets and scratches wherever appropriate, from Nance, a Nor Cali Gal. : )

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much your continued support it means so much! The little doll is called Norma after my grandmother :)

[@mariamceuen4700]

Your family is wonderful! I love old dolls. Your collection is awesome! Love the pups. Give Sunny cat a hug. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@esztervizi7202]

Nanny Normas Dolls House was perfect....A delight

[@debcattell7059]

Wow what a gorgeous little doll Norma is ❤😊 and a perfect companion to Bitsy 👍😊 Looks like you both have the doll hospital gene and that is special. Thanks for sharing your lovely video 😊❤

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!!

[@christhompson4270]

Wow just wow, awesome thank you for sharing this beautiful experience, and Norma is beautiful 👏👏👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!!

[@mikeandbrendasmith]

Beautiful crafting ladies great to see the gorgeous dolls and dollhouse aswell , such lovely family history. Thank you so much, take care xx

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@carlwilson1772]

Thank you for that wistful and contemplative film. Wonderful to see the hand skills with fabrics being passed from Grandmother to Grandaughter and Grandson. The dolls house was astonishing. Music had an almost Debussy like wistful quality. Also the Arnolfini and His Wife esque moment in the dolls house didn't go unnoticed.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you very much! :) :)

[@PamTesch]

Love how Norma turned out! The family history of remaking/repairing dolls is so cool! I also love how you take the discarded and give it new life. I find it very inspirational and plan to do more of it in my making. Wonderful video ladies thank you!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@kentuckylady2990]

I love that dollhouse. I miss both my Grans who each were named Mary and my Great Gran Laura who was born in 1868 and died in 1962 and may have played with similar dolls. The “clown” head looks like the head of an Asian dancer or goddess possible Thailand

[@juliefarnworth9172]

you are such a lovely family.other people see your enthusiasm and it shows when they send you amazing pieces from their collections.keep doing what you do so well.x

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@davidcox2264]

Norma is lovely. Just like bitsy.

[@afineliner740]

Beautiful family history, it all makes sense now.

[@sandraadams4940]

Yes now I understand why you get so excited about doll parts. I am not fond of them. Sorry.

[@HelensHistoryHunting2023]

Dorcas pins! That takes me back. The little blue tins. My Nana has them, my mum too.

[@amandabell8827]

They brought back some memories for me too!

[@mvrooks]

what a wonderful story of generational wisdom. i loved how you used the pale floral fabric for her body! 🤎

[@suearblaster5546]

You beautiful girls have inspired me to get my son house out. The family history is a wonderful touch. BTW is Kate looking for a lovely Australian young man, 27 tall, thin, beautiful quiet soul.

[@suearblaster5546]

My son.

[@howardwest1347]

What an awesome doll collection. That’s wonderful.❤️

[@avalonjuice8613]

Delightful! xx

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you! 😊

[@paulcrane1765]

Enjoyed the video very much. I’m not very crafty when it comes to sewing. Your dolls came out so good! Learning about your Grandma and the doll hospital was nice too! Now you have a lot of babies to fix up! Change of pace . I loved it!💕💞💖🥰 (Sherry Crane)

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

We have the components for some more dolls too :)

[@dawnnaylor7064]

Love your doll house

[@georgiaware3248]

Oh my Goodness Girls, this is the Best Video yet, Yeah😍, just love how your Grams had a doll hospital, love the old Dolls, You guys make me so Happy, (I have major depression disorder) Thank You ever so much, wish I could send you pics, have lots of China head dolls in cabinet.😁👀🤯❤️🧡💛💚💙💜😻

[@stefaniemack9200]

Very nice complement. I also suffer from major depression.and I completely understand what you're saying about their videos something about the family being together the way they are!

[@georgiaware3248]

@@stefaniemack9200 Thank You

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

We would love to see some pictures. You could send them to our email which is on our about page :)

[@MillieOsborne]

Just a note from a fellow “enjoyer” (yes, not an actual word, but I’m making it work!) of K & C...If you find yourself eagerly awaiting the vlogs, why not subscribe...it costs nothing, and helps Fleur and Kate so much! You can also easily sign up to be notified when a new vlog is posted...so you don’t miss a second!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Norma is adorable. Lovely gifts from subscribers, thanks for sharing.

[@jettelisec6350]

Dear wonderful family. Oh....what a nice lovely film. All members of our family are crafting so.......wonderful items. I love your family stories, the Ladys are so clever and strong persons. Thank you so much for this Video. And.....the doll is coming home. Thank you for the gifts. Ich habe mich so gefreut!!!!!!!!!!😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nickydenning6988]

This episode has been absolutely delightful to watch - thank you so much for sharing the Family business with us, especially that gorgeous dolls house!!! It was so beautiful ❤. It's always so calming and interesting watching your adventures and crafting; can't wait to see the rest of those beautiful heads become little people now!!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!

[@carolsledgewalker6903]

Keep the fun coming in. I am truly enjoying all the doll things.

[@PatriciaGonzalez-bp3hk]

I found this so moving.

[@ediemarie2696]

Oh I love how history is playing out and it’s all come. Full circle. Gotta love it and I do 😊

[@rosievasquez523]

God bless y'all always

[@primitivetennesseechicks8740]

Loved the video! Hint it is easier to see the doll body and parts THEN cut them out, turn right side out and stuff.

[@dawnnaylor7064]

Wow that so nice of people to send you body parts.

[@lisamarie6611]

I have a toiletry-type dress made in the 1900s with a doll's head and figure and I am blessed with your video to bring it back to cherish during our time here on earth! ty for bringing me art in all things! I cherish your teaching and Ideas! I just cannot make a store like you because we both know about protection. May you both be blessed and momma kit may your children be blessed forever!

[@jamesandersonanderson3502]

Great video.You have a amazing family history.The music was also quite moody,and beautiful.Thank You.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you very much!

[@sherryrector2275]

Thrilling gifts for you.

[@pambrandon4186]

It was fun for a newbie to go back and see the family history and the birth of Norma. What a lovely video to watch.

[@garyh.jenkins5381]

As always your video is so enjoyable. There is something about watching your videos that I find very therapeutic. I love the puppies are they new or do they belong to someone else. Kate you resemble your nannies photos. Oscar my grandmama and mama believed that all young men should learn to sew, cook and clean for themselves. I hope you will continue put in the effort to learn these things for yourself, one day you will be glad you did.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

The dogs are my mum`s. Oscar is not so great at the cleaning and cooking yet :)

[@debbiemason5339]

You are so talented..little Norma is so sweet..the dollhouse is fabulous..my mother was born in Leyland England..she told me a story when is was little a friend had a grand dollhouse it even had a toilet that flushed my mother loved it but the friend who owned it wasn’t that into it..love your content all the best be safe cheers debbie from Vancouver Canada 👍❤️🇨🇦

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

That sounds like an amazing dolls house!! :)Thank you :)

[@lucyburger7427]

My grandmother used to sew new clothes for one of my dolls every Christmas. My Mom loved to sew for her dolls and I have so many different kinds of dolls that I love to sew for.

[@bettygrant8133]

Enjoyed this video, you're so talented and extremely stylish!

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much!!

[@terryolsson4145]

i love watching you working on these fine old relics of the past. i find it so mesmerizing bring everything to life once again. yor videos reveal a tiny and enchanting world. and what a lovely family you are.

[@tonywild3588]

I like your doll Norma and am sure your grandma Norma was watching over you while making her. Loved the dolls house with all those small and intricate pieces inside. Amazing how they made them so small. Was lovely to watch and see some of the dolls history. Thank you

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you 🤗

[@rutikuiwa8427]

Awww lovely dolls and dogs and Sunny and history of family and everything

[@samwright8599]

Thank you for letting me hang out with you xx

[@gramdeb54]

What a treasure!

[@phylliswilliamstn]

Both of you resemble Norma in that photograph. I love this video, and the doll house is amazingly realistic.

[@MudlarkingWithKitCaboodlers]

Thank you so much 😀

[@woogaboogawiththegreenteet8436]

interesting history and story line,thank you for sharing