Dec 30, 2011

Magnetic "Paper" Dolls

One day while surfing the net, I discovered these adorable vintage Betsy McCall paper dolls.  


I knew I just had to do something with them!  I decided they would be a fun thing for my granddaughter.  So, I downloaded the pdf files and printed them on ink jet printable magnetic sheets.  To be more efficient with the magnetic paper, I cut and pasted only the outfits I wanted so that I could fit more on a page.  I also resized them to the size I wanted.  Before cutting out the individual pieces, I covered each printed page, front only, with a clear non-heat laminating sheet.  You could also use clear contact paper...I just happened to have picked up a whole packet of laminating sheets at a thrift store for a couple of bucks...second chances, you know!  Anyway, the next step is to relax and put on a good movie while you tediously cut out all the dolls and outfits.  I had the perfect sized tin to store all the pieces in.  I just mod podged the front, back, and inside with some green scrapbook paper since green is my granddaughter's favorite color.  Now she has a fun, quiet activity that is compact and travels well.  Everything stores in the tin, and since it's metal, the dolls and clothes stick right to it!







Featured on:

17 comments:

  1. Those are super cute, Sue. I imagine Shailey will have fun playing with her new "paper" dolls on the long car ride back home!

    ReplyDelete
  2. This reminds me of a set of magnetic paper dolls I had as a kid! Many, many, many, many years ago!! A labor of love but a sweet gift for the both of you to share!!

    ReplyDelete
  3. I loved playing with paper dolls when I was a kid! I love these! Fantastic job! I'm your newest follower. ~ Barbara

    ReplyDelete
  4. When I was a little girl...I so loved playing with paper dolls and my original Barbie and baby dolls...thanks for sharing such good memories for me...Mel's Designs..'n Harmony

    ReplyDelete
  5. Happy New Year. I hope yours is filled with love, joy, peace and creativity!

    ReplyDelete
  6. so cute, my little girl would love these, she is very much into paper dolls right now!

    ReplyDelete
  7. loved paper dolls when I was a kid, this would be nice to have for my grand kids. thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  8. these are adorable!!
    i'm not sure who would play with them more...me or my daughter. ;)

    ReplyDelete
  9. very cute- I have a printable and was wanting to do this!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Oh I LOVE LOVE LOVE this.. What a fantastic idea.. I have two little girls that I am sure would enjoy something like this.. Would love for you to share it here http://shoprubyjean.com/2012/01/sew-crafty-tuesday-linky-4-and-giveaway/

    ReplyDelete
  11. I have seen versions of these for sooo much money. What a great way to get it cheaper and more personalized! So fun!

    ReplyDelete
  12. Great idea! I'm your newest follower-stop over for a visit!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Letting you know that this great project was featured on Hating Martha today. Stop over for a button if you like! Great job!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Fantastic idea and thanks so much for sharing the great link to the pdfs!! I've featured this at the newest Craftastic Link Party. Stop by and grab a Featured On button. Thanks for linking:)

    ReplyDelete
  15. What a clever and imaginative idea !!! The little girl in my 79 year old self would have been the happiest child in the world to play with those lovely

    ReplyDelete

Thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate the feedback and always look forward to reading what you have to say! Susan