Mam'selle Sindy Doll Magazine ISSUE 20 | April 2023 | £6.95
Hello Dolls!
COVER PHOTO @STYLEMYSINDY
Welcome to our Spring filled issue of Mam'selle! A mini magazine for Sindy doll lovers, fans and collectors. Grab a toasted hot cross bun and a cuppa and dig into our bumper Easter with Sindy Guide - 21-pages no less - or, skip straight ahead to our Spring cleaning feature and giveaway. If that hasn't put a spring in your step our extended travel guide to Bunnyville Biscuit certainly will! Until next month dolls.
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Mam'selle I S S U E
20 Sindy Doll Magazine: Contents
hello.... A big warm welcome to our new Craft Editor Sindy-Jane who will be sharing many DIY tips, tricks and up-cycling ideas. Here she is in her office and crafting studio. This month she kicks off with her Easter basket tutorial and she styled this months cover too. Welcome to the Mam'selle team Sindy-Jane.
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Please do contact us with any submissions, Ad's or, to be featured dresslikeasindy@gmail.com
04 Sindy Social Scene 05 Easter with Sindy 27 Photo Story 29 Living with Sindy 30 Shopping with Sindy 32 Travel with Sindy 38 #VintageSindy
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GET READY FOR EASTER WEEKEND
| APRIL 2023
Easter with Sindy
Celebrate Easter with our guide to a stylish long weekend. From egg hunts to fun crafts and cracking bonnets to super table settings we’ve got you covered from Good Friday to Easter Monday.
IMAGE @dresslikeasindy
EASTER SPECIAL
the decor Easter is the perfect time to go a little extra on the table settings. Mix and match your tableware and crockery with some Spring flowers and themed decorations. This pastel hued Liberty print tablecloth (actually a handkerchief) is perfect for the Easter breakfast or lunch table.
Plant, from £5.04, www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ThaiMiniLand IMAGES @dresslikeasindy 6 | MAM'SELLE MAGAZINE
Bunny & Cabbage Tableware, from £45, www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SallyanneCeramicsUK Bunny Plates, from £12, www.etsy.com/shop/ThaiMiniatureStore
IMAGES @dresslikeasindy
Don't limit your decorations to just the table. Dress up your sideboards and cabinets. Think baskets filled with eggs, vases overflowing with soft blooms, plates of freshly baked cookies, and themed ornaments like chicks and bunnies.
SHOP NOW!
the food IMAGE @dresslikeasindy
Easter is the first big celebration after Christmas where its all about the food. Be that a roasted leg of lamb, joint of ham, or a vegetarian alternative, it has to be served with plenty of spring vegetables, roasted potatoes, and homemade mint sauce.
Dollhouse Baking Trays, £1.50, www.ebay.co.uk
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IMAGE @sindy_dreaming
HOT CROSS BUNS!
Hot Cross Buns, £6 for 4, www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MichelesMiniatures IMAGES @dresslikeasindy
A family or friends afternoon tea is ideal for sharing - and showing off - those Easter bakes. Bring out those homemade mini egg topped cakes, iced biscuits, and warm toasted Hot Cross Buns. YUM!
IMAGES @sindy_dreaming
Easter Bunny Cake, £26.99, www.etsy.com/uk/shop/katieannecraftsetsy
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Simnel Cake, £6, www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MichelesMiniatures Eggs, from £11, www.amazon.co.uk
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GET CRACKING! IMAGES @sindy_from_england
Minis Brands Crayola Water Colors, eBay. Table Scatter Carrots, £2.24, www.partydecorationsuk.com Crayons, £1.62, www.aliexpress.com
IMAGES @sindy_dreaming
easter crafts Easter crafts are a great way to keep the whole family entertained over the Easter holidays. Why not try making some bunting to hang around the house or garden? Traditional egg decorating is simple - and fun.
You don’t need a sewing machine for this hat as it can be fully hand-sewn. You can also make a paper pattern to pin onto fabric just draw around templates onto paper. Thin felt is the perfect choice for beginners. Felt produces a good look even if cutting isn't 100% accurate. It doesn’t fray, is soft enough to sew curved pieces, and felt is unlikely to be colourfast. When marking out the fabric pieces with a pencil it’s easier to see the drawn lines on lighter colours. Take your time and use sharp dressmaking scissors to cut out the felt pieces neatly. Being accurate ensures the finished hat will be the right size.
Easter Hat Kit, £4.25, www.etsy.com/shop/LittleMissDressyUK
This Sindy hat pattern kit contains a printed set of instructions with photos, 2mm thick template pieces cut from premium grade MDF and a practice piece of felt. The templates can easily be drawn around with a soft pencil and they include a ¼“ seam allowance.
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make a hat
Scissors, 20p, www.aliexpress.com Mini Brands Crayola Washable glue, eBay. Yellow Easter Chicks, £3 for 12, www.hobbycraft.co.uk
Easter bonnet decorating is a must over Easter weekend. What else would you wear to that Sindy village parade? Get creative and look out for fluffy chicks, pompom bunnies, foam carrots, paper flowers, and mini eggs to adorn those straw or cloth hats.
IMAGE @jollydollyshop
GET CREATIVE!
Eggs aren't just for cracking or painting! Use these glitter foam eggs to decorate the roof garden or patio. Just add some hanging thread.
Glitter Foam Eggs, £2.49 www.partydelights.co.uk Mini Brands Crayola Piant, eBay
IMAGE @stylemysindy
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MAKE NOW >>
Paper Easter Basket by @stylemysindy
01.
02.
03.
MEASURE
TAPE
BEGIN
Cut 0.5cm x 10 cm
Tape one end of the
Start
wide strips of card.
vertical
strips through the
Gather up 4 strips.
your work surface.
strips
to
by
centre
weaving of
the
vertical strips.
04.
05.
06.
BASE
SECURE
WAIT
Weave a total of 4
Add tiny dots of
Allow to dry before
strips through the
glue to secure the
you move onto next
centre to create the
weave
steps to avoid it
bottoms
overlapping pieces
basket.
of
the
on
the
getting soggy.
of the last row.
Our Craft Editor shares her tips on how to make a Paper Easter Basket You will need: Thin yellow card Paper trimmer or craft knife and ruler Craft glue Masking tape or low tack tape (optional) Scissors
STEP-BY-STEP
07.
09.
08.
SHAPE
CUT
WEAVE
When dry fold the
Cut 0.5 cm x 20 cm
Secure
end pieces towards
strips
of
yellow
dots of glue. Trim
the centre to create
card
and
weave
off the excess when
the sides of the
along
the
side
you reach the end
basket.
pieces.
10.
11.
FINISH Repeat
until
with
tiny
of the row.
12.
NEATEN you
When dry, trim the
Add a handle using
have desired height.
top pieces and glue
a 0.5cm strip of
Fix the last row with
and fold inside the
card. Now it's time
glue
basket.
to fill it with Easter
where
the
pieces overlap.
treats!
TIPS Add or remove strips, or change the size of the woven paper strips to create different size baskets. Fill with small flowers and use as a Easter display for your table or dresser. Try using different paper combinations for different looks. Red and green would look lovely for Christmas. For an eco version make from recycled Christmas, Easter, or birthday cards for a unique look.
FILL UP AND ENJOY! by Mam'selle Craft Editor Sindy-Jane
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the egg hunt
A egg hunt should have directions to make it fair to all the 'hunters' but that doesn't mean you can't have fun! Hide hints, clues, or tasks along with the treats. Be sure to have plenty of baskets, buckets and pails for all those eggs.
Schleich Rabbit, £3.99 www.amazon.co.uk
GET HUNTING!
Baskets, £15.99 for 12, www.amazon.co.uk Ever After High Headband, from a selection, eBay
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IMAGE @jollydollyshop
Cadbury's Mini Chocolate Eggs from Supermarkets. Flocked Bunny Decorations, £3, www.ebay.co.uk
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egg hunt this way >>>
Plant labels, from Wilko
Basket, £2.50 www.ebay.co.uk
IMAGE @jollydollyshop
Schleich Chicks, from good Toyshops. Eggs, from £8, www.etsy.com/shop/NattyCollection
IMAGE @stylemysindy
easter bonnets
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Traditionally an Easter bonnet or smart hat would be worn to attend Easter services but, today they are worn more for fun. Be that for an Easter parade, or to the local egg hunt. Often there is a prize for the best bonnet.
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Ribbon Bundle, from £5.95, www.bakerross.co.uk Straw Hat, from £1.90; Flowers from £1.50 both www.ebay.co.uk
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Table Confetti, £3.80, www.amazon.co.uk
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hobby mini
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500+ plants in our shop
The love story of Doris & Buddy Part three
Love Me or Leave Me
Doris Day starred in 'Love Me or Leave Me' in 1955
Doris and her sisters were at the annual Summer Garden Party. Then a handsome stranger arrived...
Who's that guy? The mystery doll had instantly caught Doris's eye!
His name was Buddy Dolly! He sure set off some fires by serenading the ladies with his current hit 'Listen to Me.'
SWOON!
They soon became close taking trips out on Buddy's scooter. Owen was spending alot of time out cruising in his new Cadillac with his twin Gavin. So, it was all just good fun, wasn't it?
It's been so wonderful to meet you Doris. I have to return to my tour very soon - will I ever see you again?
... to be continued
LIVING WITH.
SINDY.
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THE DOLL YOU LOVE TO DRESS
FASHION. INTERIORS. BEAUTY. SHOPPING. TRAVEL.
SPRING CLEANING Let's tidy up with Sindy...
Mini Brands Cleaning Products, from www.eBay.co.uk Maileg Bucket and Mop, £14.40, www.smallkins.com Sindy Dustpan & Brush and Hoover, both Vintage Sindy Laundry Baskets, from 50p, www.aliexpress.com Carpet Beater, £1.80, www.minimumworld.com
SPRING COMPETITION WIN A JOLLY DOLLY SHOP SPRING CLEANING SET >> Don't even think about starting that Spring cleaning without wearing this Liberty print boiler suit designed and made by Cathy at Jolly Dolly Shop. HOW TO ENTER >>
We are giving away this beautiful Spring Cleaning Set. One lucky reader will receive a boiler suit, headscarf , feather duster and tea towel set, as pictured. To enter just post an image of your doll SPRING CLEANING. > Share your images between March 6th - March 26th 2023 only and use #mamsellegiveaway and tag @dresslikeasindy and @jollydollyshop. > We will then select our favourite image and contact you via direct message. Only images posted and correctly tagged during the dates shown will be considered in this giveaway.
"Offers stylish protection during Spring cleaning gardening, decorating, and even washing the car!" CATHY AT JOLLY DOLLY SHOP
TERMS & CONDITIONS: > This comp is NOT sponsored, endorsed, affiliated, or associated with Instagram or Facebook. > The Editor/Designer's decision is final and non-refundable. > Set will include the boiler suit, headscarf, tea towels and feather duster as pictured. > One winners will have 24hrs to respond to DM before we choose another winner. A DM will be sent by @dresslikeasindy > Items will be posted 1st Class Signed UK, tracked for Europe/Worldwide. > Giveaway is open to all the doll community worldwide, aged 16 and over. Between March 6th-26th 2023 only.
T R A V E L w i t h
S i n d y
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BUNNYVILLE BISCUIT, CARAMELLO
@SEWIST53 @MISSELLAILLUSTRATOR The land of Bunnyville Biscuit can be found in Caramello, just west of the Pink Moon and near the edge of Sindy Town. With a landscape speckled with trees as pointy as cats ears, clouds swelling with lilac pastel candy floss plumes, and an orange glowing sky, it's hard not to be enchanted by this magical woodland forest. TRADITIONAL SLEEP: Blossom and Blooms Tree House Retreat. Ideal for a luxurious stay with unbeatable views over the stunning Loch Lop Ears. RUSTIC SLEEP: For the more Independent travellers, stay at Mushroom Sands Campsite with beautiful golden sand right up to the River Rarebit. LUXE SLEEP: The five star Amanita Apartments offers luxurious indepentent living. With bedding as soft as clouds, outdoor rainwater showers and hot springs bathing to rejuvenate the weariest of travellers.
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S P E C I A L WHERE TO EAT: Bunnyville Biscuit Bakery (of course!): The Bunnyville Biscuit bakery is owned by the fabulous Sweet Treats Sindy who bakes every kind of cake, biscuit and sweet loveliness you could wish for. Morning croissants and pastries are a speciality - as is the frothy coffees. Here you can purchase the famous Bunnyville Biscuit Bakery Bunny Biscuits to take home to your friends and family. Il Coniglio: Recently discovered by the @stylemysindy's girls, this fancy Italian restaurant is located near to the five star Amanita Apartments - and comes highly recommended.
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@stylem
ysindy
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SPOT: The famous bunnies everywhere!
WHAT TO DO & SEE: The Fuchsia Forest: On the edge of the Sea of Secret Hares, the Fuchsia Forest is where you can book a special Bunny Cuddling experience - with an optional afternoon tea. Mount Mystical: Take a walk to the oldest part of Bunnyville Biscuit, north of the Whirly Woods. Whirley Woods: Perfect for a bike ride, or try one of the guided bicycle tours. Lower Bunnyville Biscuit: With its wonderfully imaginative and whimsical architecture and of course, home to the Bunnyville Biscuit Bakery. Seafront Scallops: With a host of maritime flora and fauna - its the perfect quiet spot for a picnic.
WHAT TO BUY: Besides the signature Bunnyville Biscuits be sure to pick up the following at the bakery:
Book, www.ellagoodwin.co.uk
The Bunnyville Biscuit Staycation Adventure Map to help guide you around the forest. An exclusively designed souvenir Bunnyville T-shirt. One of the bubble pink reusable coffee cups, or a coffee mug to use at home. A copy of 'The Story of Bunnyville Biscuit' by local author Miss Ella. You can also order them online at www.ellagoodwin.co.uk
Biscuits, made by @miniaturesbymichele
DON'T FORGET: To pick up a Bunnyville Biscuit Staycation Adventure Map. You will find them at the Bakery.
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DON'T MISS: The Mushroom Identification Tour: Enjoy a guided bicycle tour through the Whirly Woods with expert forager, Flora. The Arboreal Biscuiteers: You may be lucky enough to spot these tree dwelling animals who help Iris grow her ingredients for the famous Bunnyville Biscuits, but they are very shy... The Bunnyville Biscuit Spa: Located near the Amanita Apartments. The @stylemysindy girls recommend the Cashmere Lop Facial, the Eastern Cottontail Body Massage, or the Mini Satin Manicure.
SPECIAL EVENTS: Wednesday: 'Crafty Cats' sewing club meet for for crafting, coffee and cake every Wednesday afternoon. Friday: ’Bunnyville Bookclub’ meet on the first Friday afternoon of every month over afternoon tea. Saturday: On Saturday mornings the Cycling Club meet after their ride for breakfast, coffee, and biscuits.
Do check out the Bunny Bulletin board for the most up-to-date events information
Please kindly note: Bunnyville Biscuit place names, map and the mini book are all from the brilliant imagination of illustrator Ella Goodwin. Please visit www.ellagoodwin.co.uk for more information
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HOUSEWORK, 1968 In the 1968 Sindy brochure Housework (12S25) was described as: "Spring cleaning time and Sindy shows how to look neat and tidy while she gets the house spic and span. For the big clean up Sindy slips into comfy drill trousers and a crisp blouse which has gay gingham pockets that match her pinny and head scarf. Also included are various cleaning utensils such as a vacuum cleaner, broom, bucket, powder and feather duster."
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