Lidia’s Dolls Storytime Friends Handmade Textile Art Doll + Booklet

Doll Name: Violet Valentine
Story: Violet hosts garden dances for dandelions and beetles alike.

This delightful rag and cloth doll from Lidia’s Dolls Storytime Friends is a unique handcrafted creation, made with soft wool yarn hair and a cotton floral outfit featuring bold red, black, and pink patterns. Her hand-painted face gives her a gentle, expressive personality. Violet wears a matching removable hat adorned with a tiny velvet flower. Her story card is included, telling of her whimsical garden adventures — a special touch that brings this character to life.

Each doll in the Storytime Friends line is individually made in the USA. I begin by sketching the face, transferring it to cloth, then layering inks and pastels to build expression and warmth. The hair is yarn-sewn or tufted in layers, and the dress is sewn from salvaged or upcycled cottons whenever possible. No two are alike.

This doll is perfect for children aged 3 and up, as well as collectors who appreciate nature-based storytelling and sustainable materials. Unlike vinyl dolls, Violet is compostable and heirloom-quality — a charming gift that’s gentle on the earth.