Darn It Dolly darner

Object/Artifact

-

BLUE: The TATTER Textile Library

Name/Title

Darn It Dolly darner

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.87

Description

Ceramic darning doll nicknamed “Darning Dodo'' or “Darn It Dolly.” Hand-painted, featuring brunette doll with blue ribbon and outfit consisting of blue bonnet, brown cross-hatched dress with brown collar, and blue puff sleeves. Apron reads, “DARN IT." Feet visible at base.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Search Terms

darners

Dimensions

Height

14 cm

Material

Ceramic, Paint, Ribbon, Fabric

Color

Brown, Blue

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: p. 135 (plate 319) in "Darn It!"