Chief Raz Doll

[Tampa Doll]

Some of you may remember that my brother had asked me to make a doll for my SIL and he insisted on paying for it, as it was to be a Christmas gift from him.

 

This is what I came up with:

 

Since I made this, I thought about making one for my brother in his Navy CPO uniform. I thought I had lots of time. Well, we lost him in February and he was buried in Arlington national Cemetery in March.

 

I finally decided to stop procrastinating and get this doll done for my SIL. I found this pattern for 16” doll and used size 3 thread and a 6 and 7 steel hook. It was a lot of playing with size and finding a doll. On the new Ken’s, everything bends or moves, even the hands. Well, the hair, we won’t discuss.

 

I asked my niece for a picture of her Dad’s uniform or him in it when he retired, and luckily she had a close up of the sleeve. We ended up using the copier to make the hash marks and the insignia. Unfortunately, I was unable to duplicate his ribbons.

 

So without further ado, I want you all to see Chef Raz, before he is packed up and sent to California. Oh and Raz is short for our last name, Razler.

 

Side by Side

 

Oh this is the pattern I used: Military Dolls

[Peggy85225]

You bring tears to my eyes. So sorry for your loss but what a marvelous tribute to your brother and a perfect couple for your sister-in-law to love and treasure. I wish I could see the look on her face when she opens her gift.

[TCarra]

You are an amazing lady, Mary Jo! I am very sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe how special this is. They are beautiful. Regal, really.

[cshort]

Both of the dolls look great and a wonderful memorial to your brother.

[badrhinogillett]

I'm so sorry for your loss Maryjo, but what a wonderful gift for your SIL. It's beautiful and I am sure will be treasured for the rest of her life.

 

Hugs to you

[imanurse55]

MaryJo- I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

These dolls are both amazing! What a wonderful tribute to your brother and the love that you put into both of these is so evident.

[pineapplequeen]

 

These are super cute!!!

[jolena]

I am so sorry for your loss. The doll is a wonderful way to remember your brother and I am sure your SIL will treasure it forever.

[Momcrochets]

your dolls never cease to amaze, MaryJo. And Chief Raz is a fitting tribute to your brother. I'm sure your sister will cherish both dolls, always.

I'm sorry for your family's loss.

[Tampa Doll]

Thank you all for the compliments. I now just have to pack it up, and get it ready to ship. Maybe this week. I sure hate to lose it.

[froggy]

What a beautiful gift.

[pasteeater]

I'm so sorry about your brother. So sad.

Your dolls are amazing. So much detail! Great job.

[lil_mama06]

So sorry for your family's loss..Those are awesome..

[auntbubbels]

Did they love them?

[cat3crazy]

She is beautiful! You did such a nice job making the dress.

[Tampa Doll]

I finally got the Chief Razz doll out to my SIL. The post office delivered it last Wednesday, but she did not find it till Sat. She never goes in or out of her front door, always uses the garage door.

She loved it and she said, she put them both together and says they look perfect.

So I can relax now, knowing the dolls are together.

Thank you all for the compliments, this was a little hard to make and even harder to send.

[HappyOldCro]

Such a great match, and terrific memory maker.

The outfits are so nice and detailed...

[diane gladys]

Hi so sorry for your loss,the dolls are just perfect

[lhendrix35]

Both dolls are very nice. I know you will miss him...make good pictures of the doll and print some to keep.