Peggy Sue's Party

Well it didn't go quite as planned, so I had to leave her to it, so there is rather a lack of photos although I did manage to get a couple in the early stages....

Peggy Sue was surprised at the arrival of Chrissy, Sienna Saige and Lindsey  as she wasn't expecting a party this year as a lot has been going on and a lot of her family and friends at Rose Cottage are currently in doll hibernation.  They decided to wear their knitted dresses to the party this year as they heard Peggy Sue might be wearing hers...

They were delighted to find out she was!

Peggy Sue apologises for the lack of decorations but Chrissy assured her that she was sure things would liven up as soon as the guests began to arrive.

Lewis and Henry made their way to the party after having been out getting some cakes...but hang on a minute, they appear to be empty handed!

Soon their other guests began to arrive.

First her friends from Ravelry...

Gemma and Star made a cake as they heard that I was too busy.

Hazel's girls always arrive in style and we were keen to see how they would arrive this year...

Ruthie didn't disappoint arriving on a hover craft which was loaned to her by a wealthy friend for the trip.  He said it was fast enough to get her there in a few hours and sure enough she was.

Penny's Saige and Jess realised that their brother could attend Peggy Sue's birthday party too without the burden of another plane ticket if he worked as a flight attendant.  Here is is collecting their boarding passes.  Jess had a surprise for Penny Sue in her bag.

A few of Peggy Sue's friends from the Schoenhut Cafe on FB also attended which was fun...

Penny K's lovely children brought lots of sweets to eat...  Little Birdie Celeste has her eyes on the tray of doughnuts that her big sister Cookie is bringing out.  Silus in the back has his eyes on them too by the looks of things!

Dolli's children were ready early to join in the fun!

Little Vivi got a new pink dress for herself and her little doll! 

Thank you to all who 'attended' and for the use of your photos on the blog.   Sorry the plans went slightly astray, but it was good that a party was had regardless!  

An Invitation!

It is amazing how quickly time seems to roll by.  It is Peggy Sue's birthday on Saturday 23rd November, and as some may know she holds a 'virtual' birthday party each year which started on Ravelry and then her Facebook page.  Her friends are invited to 'attend' her birthday party and post pictures of the celebrations (photos can also be sent to me to post on the blog if you would like as well).  We often hold a 'real' party as well, but unfortunately can't do that this year which is a shame as it is always such fun catching up with the few friends who can attend in real life.  So a Virtual Party it is!  Of course this also means that Peggy Sue will expect a new birthday dress/outfit, so I am going to have to get cracking as hadn't given it a thought until today!  Last year's birthday party can be seen here:  Peggy Sue's Birthday Party

As it is a surprise birthday party this year...with Peggy Sue probably given up on expecting me to be organised enough for one...and the 'neglect' of her, Henry and her friends for a good chunk of the year...I haven't 'told' her yet, so there is no photo of her sending out an invitation to all.  

However, here is a photo from last year and the surprise she got with her birthday outfit...

She really did get quite spoiled last year!

We hope her friends can 'attend' and look forward to seeing photos on either their blogs, Peggy Sue's Facebook page, Ravelry, or receiving some via email.

Peggy Sue's Birthday Party

Molly, Everlee and Emily have changed into some pretty dresses made several years ago (some for the first dresses I ever made for the Sasha dolls)  they wanted to go with a purple theme as they had heard that Peggy Sue likes purple.  They were on hand to greet the arriving guests.

Violet (Velvet) was the first to arrive and she was very excited as she hadn't been to one of Peggy Sue's parties before.

Next were Josefina and Sienna Saige.  

Gosh have you grown?  Emily asks them.

They chuckle.  We don't think so.  Sienna Saige tells them.

Next to arrive were Pauline, Patty and little Ruby Tuesday.

Welcome to the party.  Everlee says.

Oh hello Nomi.  Molly says.

I've brought a rose for Peggy Sue.  Nomi shows them.

That is so sweet of you.  The girls tell her.  Don't be shy, she should be here soon.

Sure enough, Peggy Sue arrives and Nomi presents her with the rose.

That really is the sweetest thing.  Peggy Sue says to Nomi.  Thank you.

While Peggy Sue is talking to Nomi, the other girls are starting to mingle and get to know each other.

Hello Josefina, so glad you could come.  Peggy Sue says.  

Sienna Saige told me you might be coming.

It is a shame Chrissy couldn't make it this year.

The stereo is in place.  The boys having moved it in for them earlier in the day.

Ruby Tuesday wonders how it works.

Molly explains that you put a record on it and there is a special needle that goes into the grooves and 'reads' the music.  It is very clever she says.

The girls are all starting to mingle and chat.

Emily and Molly catch up with Josefina's news.

It doesn't take them long to start eating the cake!

Nomi offers Pauline one. 

Thank you Nomi.  Pauline says.  That looks delicious.

These are very nice cakes.  Patty says to Peggy Sue.  

They are indeed.  Peggy Sue agrees.  Shall we have some more!

Yes please!  Violet says enthusiastically.

Earlier than I would have thought, the music has started and some of the girls are already up jivin'

Looks like they might be 'doing the twist'

Twist and turn...

The girls are having a lot of fun!  I have a feeling they might be dancing well into the night!

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All the girls are wearing clothing made by myself except Ruby Tuesday who is wearing a dress my Nan knitted and Patty who is wearing a little outfit given to me.

Happy Birthday Peggy Sue!

Peggy Sue had quite the surprise when she got up this morning.  There on her chaise lounge were a pile of brand new clothes.

Are these for me?  She asks.

Yes they are.  A very happy birthday to you sweet girl.

She couldn't wait to try them on.

First up was the little purple skirt and blouse

A perfect fit!  She declares.

The cardigan is the perfect addition for these colder days that have arrived.

She tries on the little reversible waistcoat.

Don't you think this is pretty?  She asks.

Next she tries on her new trousers. The have such a bright and fun pattern to brighten up these dull winter days.

She changes the waist coat round and wears it with the reverse side showing.

Next she tries on the cardigan to go with the trousers.

Next up is her party dress, ready for her birthday party tomorrow.

She does a little twirl.

Thank you so much I just LOVE my new clothes!  This dress is soooo pretty.

Later on in the day while Peggy Sue was out...

The girls get together to set up the room for the party tomorrow.

Everlee, Molly and Emily discuss how to decorate the room.

This really needs to go higher.  Molly says.

It certainly does.  Emily agrees.

We just don't have a lot of room to hang it, that is the problem!  They both say and ponder on what can be done....