Saint Patrick's Day is quickly approaching and, I must admit, it is one of my favorite Holidays. Being mostly Irish, I was raised with an attitude of pride on this day.

We're coming down to the wire on Holiday preparations, rushing around to find those last minute gifts and stocking stuffers, baking cookies and all the traditional goodies. I thought this would be a nice time to remember the dolls that made my Christmases so special.

We don't often see articles in the news about dolls, but this past week that's exactly what happened.

Making dolls and doll clothes for others is such a wonderful way to share your passion for dolls with others.

This is a question I've returned to many times over the years, and the start of many discussions I've had with family members and friends. It is a question that is sure to result in an animated debate, no matter who you ask.

For those of you who have never made a doll, and don't know where to start, I have the perfect suggestion. Get a copy of Dollmaking For the First time, by Miriam Gourley. If, on the other hand, you have some experience making dolls, you will still enjoy this book.

For those of us who love and collect dolls, the title of this article needs no explanation, but there are other ways that dolls can be therapeutic.

Here is a cute idea for decorating your doll studio.

I visited a doll shop, this week that is an absolute delight for doll lovers.

This article is about an adorable doll that hangs on the wall in my doll making studio. It would also be perfect for a kitchen or office wall as well. It is the perfect way for doll lovers to stay organized and its such fun to look at.