Dear Club Grace Subscribers,
NOTE - the amazing individually fingered gloves are arriving inside your boxes. The ear muffs are an add on.
Step into the season of cheer with our December Dream Closet Subscription Box, where we proudly present the exquisitely crafted Winterberry Waltz ice skating ensemble for our cherished Grace Marie Fitzpatrick. This beautiful outfit, featuring a cozy blue sweater adorned with delicate snowflake and heart patterns paired with a vibrant red skirt trimmed in soft white fur, captures the essence of winter wonder. And don’t forget the ics skates! We have been wishing and hoping for years for them.
Accompanying Grace's festive attire is the enchanting "The Wish" pattern by Tamara Casey, allowing you to add a personal touch of creativity to your collection. Every stitch, every detail, reflects the passion and care that go into our community's shared love for doll collecting.
As you browse through Grace's adventures this month, we hope you feel the warmth and joy of the season. Thank you for being a part of our community, for your continued support, and for embracing the spirit of doll collecting with such heartwarming enthusiasm.
Here's to creating more memorable moments together this December!
With joy and gratitude,
Rachel and the Team at VDC
The story behind the outfit:
As the winter season unfolds, we're delighted to announce a very special addition to your December Dream Closet Subscription. This month, we're paying homage to a stunning 1930s Ice Skating Ensemble, a piece that was not only a marvel of its time but also featured in a special exhibit by the FIDM Museum at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles. The letter below is inside the boxes, and it has more information. We are excited to bring more historical fashion to you in Season Four of the Grace Subscription.
The paper doll of the month, delightfully crafted by Diana Vining, features Grace in a charming pose, ready to revel in a day of ice-skating splendor. She's illustrated with a touch of vintage grace, her hair styled in soft, bouncy curls and a radiant smile to match the joy of the season. The design encapsulates the spirit of winter and the merriment of gliding across the ice, capturing the essence of a perfect "Ice" day.
This delightful page is a loving homage to Sonja Henie, showcasing miniature posters and illustrations that capture the essence of her legacy as both a figure skater and a movie star. It includes vintage-style posters from her iconic films such as "One in a Million" and "My Lucky Star," highlighting the glamour and charm that Sonja brought to the silver screen. Illustrations of Sonja in action, both on the ice and in leisure, tell a story of her multifaceted career and talents. This tribute page, full of nostalgia and admiration, will accompany the boxes this month as a special keepsake.
Introducing our Pattern of the Month by the incredibly talented Tamara Casey from Designs by Jude, titled "The Wish." Tamara shares her inspiration behind this stunning design:
“The pattern will create a beautiful fully lined gown that is fitted through the torso and features an intricate bodice with a keyhole created with crossover straps that snap at the back of the neck. The dress can be made knee-length or floor-length for a mermaid silhouette. A long stole completes when ringing in the New Year or traveling the red carpet.”
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These Victorian-inspired ornament cutouts are a beautiful blend of classic charm and festive cheer. Available for download and also included in your subscription boxes, each cutout features a different scene or character evocative of a bygone era wrapped in the magic of winter. From a graceful ice-skater in mid-twirl to children delighting in the snow, each image is framed by a seasonal motif that will add a touch of nostalgia to your holiday decor. These cutouts are designed to customize your wooden ornaments; simply cut them out, apply some glue, and affix them to bring a personalized Victorian touch to your tree. Enjoy creating a holiday atmosphere that’s as unique and special as your collection!
This craft page captures the joy of winter with its "Sip & Skate Accessories" theme, featuring illustrations of Grace in her ice skating attire. It's perfect for creating festive crafts and ornaments to brighten up your home during the holiday season. The page includes multiple images of Grace gracefully ice skating, which can be cut out and used to adorn your Christmas tree or as part of a winter-themed craft project. Additionally, it boasts a lovely printable coffee cup wrap, adorned with a cozy knit pattern and ice skates, adding a touch of Grace's elegance to your warm beverages.
