Raggedy Rescue: Clean And Mended Andy

[@sewhookedjen]

Good morning! I hope everyone enjoys today's video. Cleaning this doll was quite a journey and so fun to get him ready for clothes! Please don't hesitate to ask if you have questions.

[@thecrazycatlady2389]

I have a raggedy Anne doll but she is missing a button eye. I live in the Netherlands. Maybe you know where I can get a replacement eye. She is the only present I once got from my father. I have no contact with him since I was a baby and now I am 51 years old. So it is special to me.

[@sewhookedjen]

@@thecrazycatlady2389 we are the same age. ♥️ Unfortunately, I don't know a supplier for replacements. I have a large collection of buttons that I use when I need to replace eyes. When I was not able to find a match, I have replaced both buttons. I hope that helps.

[@thecrazycatlady2389]

⁠thanks for your reactions than I have to find a nice replacement button maybe something completely different that it looks funny or what you say replace them both with the same.

[@sewhookedjen]

@@thecrazycatlady2389 do what makes you happy. ♥️

[@ragdolldreams21]

Andy looks amazing! I actually like the faded stripes and shoes, it adds character and charm. I really enjoy watching your rescue videos. Thanks! ❤

[@sewhookedjen]

Hi! Thank you for your comment, I really appreciate it. :) I like the faded stripes, too. I'm a big fan of adding to their stories.

[@katking367]

That oxyclean did an amazing job over a period of days. You do great work in rescuing these dolls.

[@sewhookedjen]

Thank you! I really enjoy the process.

[@amilan409]

Hi, if you do more Raggedy Ann or Andys, I would love to see moe videos of you restoring them

[@Raggedy.land2874]

Yeds im exiteed

[@thecrazycatlady2389]

I have a raggedy Anne doll but she is missing a button eye. I live in the Netherlands. Maybe you know where I can get a replacement eye. She is the only present I once got from my father. I have no contact with him since I was a baby and now I am 51 years old. So it is special to me.

[@sewhookedjen]

Hi, there. I am so sorry you haven't had a reply yet. I answered your comment on my phone but it looks like it didn't go through. I would look for either two new buttons for replacement or mix and match with the existing eye. Raggedy Ann is in spirit a handmade rag doll and I think just having two eyes that work for you is what matters. I am also 51. ♥

[@lilycreek7101]

I’ve had luck with Retro Clean for old stained fabrics. I’m working on restoring my old Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls.

[@sewhookedjen]

Good to know, thank you!

[@leenahbean]

Yay clean!! How did you replace the color in the eye where it disappeared from the brightener treatment? I love the now multicolored hair. Thanks for sharing!

[@sewhookedjen]

I neglected to say during the video, but I used Crayola permanent fabric marker on both eyes. I've since tested it and it's definitely color fast! And thank you, I'm so pleased with how he has come along.