Category Archives: Effner Dolls

It’s My Little Darling, Gina’s Turn

…for a Valentine’s Day sweater dress.

Don’t you think this is the perfect time of year for cozy and pretty knit dresses?  They are so comfy, easy to wear, and they keep you nice and toasty warm.

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For more information on “Sweethearts & Roses”, please visit my “Available for Sale” page on cindyricedesigns.com .

Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

I do. I do.  And my Little Darling, Gina, does too.

While we are waiting for the snow to fall Gina has a new ensemble to show you.  This little snowmen printed dress is helping us get into the snowman building spirit.  Look at all of those adorable snowmen!  To go with her snowmen dress are hand knitted accessories.  A capelet, Santa hat, duo of scarves, mitts, and boot toppers keep Gina all warm and toasty.

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For more information on “Snowman Luv” please visit my “Available for Sale” page on cindyricedesigns.com .

Christmas & Candy Canes

Red striped candy canes as we know them now have been the official Christmas candy since about 1900.  (Before this time they were solid white.)  But only recently, it seems, every company has a candy cane variation for their products i.e.,  Candy Cane Oreos, Ghirardelli peppermint bark, Starbucks drinks (too many to list), Dairy Queen Candy Cane Chill Blizzard, etc. etc.

Since all of the above will ruin a diet here is my Little Darling, Gina, modeling a no calorie version starring the candy cane.

Doesn’t she look yummy?

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For more information on this “Candy Canes for Christmas” ensemble for the Little Darlings please visit my “Available for Sale” page at cindyricedesigns.com .

So, what are your favorite treats in candy cane flavors?