Mannequin conveys atmosphere of another era

This mannequin was discovered, bought and placed here by my friend Val Hignett of Sew Unique Designs. Val is a fibre artist in Victoria, BC.

Isn't this dolly beautiful? She's Italian, as her wide arm gestures reveal.

This gal -- perhaps she's called Sophia -- dates back to the 1930s.

I think she looks perfect here, with her garden backdrop of cream callas and a knitted blanket beside her.