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The apron dress inspired by 50s children's dresses. Big flower print - viscose voile lining at body / Mint pink check piping
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About: Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints
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The apron dress inspired by 50s children's dresses. Handkerchief check crepe lining at body / Solid blue voile piping
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About: Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints
$82.00 $95.00
The apron dress inspired by 50s children's dresses. Handkerchief check crepe lining at body / Solid Purple voile piping
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FW Seventies Collection: Bonjour was born in 2014 and offers limited series collections featuring exclusive prints in linens, accessories and clothing with retro shapes.
The creation of the models is based on traditional techniques of Indian know-how; artisanal embroidery, smocking and handmade quilting, handblock printing ... made in a reasoned and respectful way in collaboration with our partner in India.
Over the seasons, each collection has grown in popularity thanks to social networks.
$55.00
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$55.00
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$54.00
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
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Pajama set + bag with scallop embroidery in small floral print- easily goes from day to night
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$76.00
Pajama set + bag in mint flower print - Cotton slub - easily goes from day to night
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$76.00
Pajama set + bag with scallop embroidery - easily goes from day to night
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$56.00
Set of 3 panties - Small flower print -Big flower print - Mint flower print - Cotton slub
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$56.00
Set of 3 panties - crepe + Mint check + big stripe
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Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$65.00
Mint flower print - Cotton slub pillow case 40 x 60 cm
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About: Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$68.00
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About: Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
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About: Bonjour is blending influences of elsewhere with the flavor of past times. Inspired by her childhood memories, Anne likes reintroducing forgotten shapes of garments and unique designs.
We love the small scale and high quality of each collection, as well as the vintage patterns and exclusive prints developed in India with the hand-block technique. Pinafore dresses, embroidered collars, quilted blankets and bags are all iconic signature pieces reinvented season after season, through fabrics, colors and prints.
$205.00
A satin version top of the gorgeous cotton Camelia dress. Beautiful schiffli cotton lace frill sleeves fall softly at the back while the body is made from a luxurious modal satin. This style has a romantic loose fit, skimming at the right places and creating a versatile top that can easily be worn day or night.
Available in Antique White
Made in India
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Inspired by vintage nightgowns from the 1930s this cotton embroidered slip falls beautifully on the body.
In a beautiful sandstone dusky shade this will make a stunning addition to your wardrobe.
Available in Sandstone
100% Cotton
French seams
Handle with care
Hand wash or dry clean advised
Made in India
Extra Small -- Total Length Apex to Hem Cm 108
Small -- Total Length Apex to Hem Cm 110
Medium - Total Length Apex to Hem Cm 112
Large -- Total Length Apex to Hem Cm 114
Extra Small -- 1/2 chest Cm 42
Small -- 1/2 chest Cm 44
Medium - 1/2 chest Cm 46
Large --1/2 chest Cm 48
$90.00
A beautiful new Buttercup nightgown with 'V' collar with scalloping and embroidered cutwork and single mother of pearl button back closure. A truly exquisite dress with thin silver lurex throughout the gown for a very subtle shimmer. Bedtimes have never looked so pretty. Pair with the 'Heather' slip to make this dress go from night to day!
Available in Vintage White.
100% Cotton
French Seams
Handle with Love
Made in India
$26.00
This simple cotton slip with adjustable straps is a great addition to wear under our lighter dresses for an extra layer of coverage or alone as a dress or nightgown.
100% Cotton
French Seams
Handle with Care
Made in India
Size Guide
Length from SNP (side neck point) to hem
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LARGE BROWN RABBIT: MILA
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ gauze long sleeved dress
~ pink pima ruffle dress
~ headband
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 19 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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LARGE BLACK CAT: LUNA
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ Indian block printed patchwork dress
~ headband
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 19 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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LARGE CREAM RABBIT: NATALIA
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ gauze long sleeved dress
~ Swiss dot tie skirt
~ block printed headscarf
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 19 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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LARGE BLACK RABBIT: MATEO
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ Indian handwoven cotton overalls
~ organic cotton shirt
~ garment dyed neckerchief
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 19 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC MEDIUM BALLET CAT
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ gauze ruffle dresses (pink: garment dyed)
~ wool pom pom shoes
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 16 & 12 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC MEDIUM BALLET RABBIT
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ gauze ruffle dresses (pink: garment dyed)
~ wool pom pom shoes
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 16 & 12 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC RABBIT IN HAND KNITS
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ hand knit cotton overalls
~ block printed or hand woven Indian cotton neckerchief
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 16 & 12 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC RABBIT IN HAND KNITS
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ hand knit cotton overalls
~ block printed or hand woven Indian cotton neckerchief
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 16 & 12 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC MEDIUM CAT IN HAND KNITS
~ 100% cotton canvas
~ hand embroidered face
~ hand knit cotton overalls
~ block printed or hand woven Indian cotton neckerchief
~ disk jointed neck and floppy limbs
~ stuffed with poly-fill
~ about 16 & 12 inches tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Lima Peru
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
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PDC Classic Bear
~ mohair fur woven onto a cotton backing
~ hand embroidered nose
~ fully disk jointed head, arms, and legs
~ 100% cotton stuffing
~ safety eyes
~ unique cotton neck tie
~ made by second generation teddy bear maker Jennifer Murphy
~ stands about 10" tall
Intended for Children ages 3 and Up
Handmade in Minneapolis, USA
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ABOUT THE PDC AND THE ARTIST JEN MURPHY
My mother taught me how to design patterns and sew teddy bears when I was eleven years old. We both coveted antique mohair teddy bears, but since we were unable to afford to buy them, she taught herself, then taught me. Throughout my childhood we traveled the country selling her beautifully crafted pieces.
For as long as I can remember this is what we did. We made things. In my twenties and early thirties, I successfully carved out a business making one-of-a-kind teddy bears and animals for collectors worldwide, but once I had my own children I questioned why I was making “toys” intended for adults, often relegated to decorations. I wanted the objects I made to be animated by play and imbued with the love children give their favorite toys.
In 2012, I launched the Polka Dot Club with this in mind and in the intervening years I’ve seen how that simple act of learning to sew all those years ago, has so deeply impacted the way I live, work, and parent. I wanted to reinforce the idea that everything in our home was crafted and didn't just appear on a shelf ready for us to digest. It came from someplace and someone, which is a very powerful idea- one that I’m committed to. It feeds the Less Is More ideas about consumerism and quality but it also empowers everyone to become a maker themselves.
My Studio here in Minneapolis is where I continue to work and design all the pieces for the PDC, and I’ve expanded the studio to include a small group of sewers in Lima, Peru. This collaboration has been a powerful one. It’s not fast, inexpensive, nor easy to work in Peru, but it is meaningful. This sewing group was started to support hearing impaired women and now employs a handful of very talented sewers. The history of craft is threaded throughout the Peruvian culture and I’m learning so much from working with Pilar, Cecilia, Yesenia, Carmen, Kristine… and we’re only just getting started.
MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE FROM THE CLUB.
$111.00
The sweet Alma is a simple empire line dress, with a dramatic circle sleeve. Bold folk-inspired embroideries in pink and ochre tones highlight the beautiful ‘earth’ linen. A versatile dress perfect paired with socks and sandals for summer play. Zip closure to back.
100% Linen
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
$111.00
In our woven rainbow stripe that picks out the tones of the collection, Tina is a relaxed, loose fitting everyday dress. Her cute, short swingy silhouette makes her the sweetest summer play dress. With a pretty puff sleeve and intricate hand crochet yoke panel. Invisible zip closure to back and finished with hand crochet stitch around the hemline.
100% Cotton Woven Stripe
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
$111.00
Tina is a relaxed, loose fitting everyday dress that brings together our red calico floral and a short swingy silhouette to create real retro charm. With a sweet puff sleeve and intricate hand crochet yoke panel. Tina makes the sweetest summer play dress. Invisible zip closure to back and finished with hand crochet stitch around the hemline.
100% Cotton Print
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
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This sweet Vera dress has a simple silhouette in a delicate-toned ‘peony’ rustic cotton. Her puff sleeves feature the prettiest dense flower and leaf embroidery, inspired by vintage Swedish tapestry. With an elasticated neckline and cuffs, Vera is a simple, pull-on style, perfect for both everyday play and occasions.
100% Rustic Cotton
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 47cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 53cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 59cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 68cm.
*Please note that the rustic cotton version is slightly shorter compared to the other fabrication of this style due to the nature of the fabric. The measurements given above are correct.
$106.00
The Mildred dress in classic, smooth ‘poppy’ cotton poplin is simple retro perfection. An everyday dress with dramatic voluminous circle-cut sleeves, and finished with naive folk embroideries and a sweet retro ric rac trim. A favourite go-to summer dress. Invisible zip to back.
100% Cotton Poplin
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 70cm.
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Crafted in a smooth ‘praline’ cotton poplin, the Bess has the sweetest ‘50s-inspired maximum volume silhouette. With heavily embroidered yoke and puff sleeves in retro poppy and rose tones, and motif embroideries to the back yoke. Bess is a special yet easy dress for summer fun. Hand blanket stitch finish to neckline. Invisible zip to back.
100% Cotton Poplin
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 70cm.
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Crafted in a gorgeous ‘ivory’ rustic cotton, our much loved Primrose silhouette has a sweet and simple tapestry-inspired chest embroidery. Pintucking to her pretty statement sleeves creates a dramatic puff sleeve when worn, with heavily embroidered cuffs and hand crochet edging. Button and keyhole fastening to back. The perfect dress for summer picnics or lounging poolside
100% Rustic Cotton
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 70cm.
$100.00
We love this sweet pinafore in our specially woven picnic check. Felicity features contrast ‘praline’ panelling and pockets embellished with Swedish folk-inspired embroidery in retro ochre and poppy tones. A frill to the bib completes her vintage mood. Perfect worn as is, or layered with jersey or our Vera tops, and finished with a pop of bright socks and sandals. Button closure to back.
100% Cotton Woven Check
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Dress length is 49cm.
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
$117.00
We love the retro vibes of the pretty Verna smock dress. With a swingy smock silhouette and sweet puff sleeves, hand smocking to chest and cuffs, and a tie front. Crafted in our cotton poplin in a classic retro colourway, Verna conjures a sweet vintage camping holiday mood. Finished with hand blanket stitch detail on hem panel.
100% Cotton Poplin
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 70cm.
$109.00
The beautiful Josephina in our woven picnic check cotton has a full, swing silhouette. Her elasticated cuff, puff sleeves and large chest frill lend her a pretty, playful mood. Featuring a contrast, retro-inspired ‘poppy’ yoke with sweet floral cross stitch embroidery. Finished with our signature hand blanket stitch at neckline. Invisible zip to back.
100% Cotton Woven Check
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
3-5 years. Dress length is 55cm.
5-7y. Dress length is 61cm.
7-9y. Dress length is 70cm.
$84.00
Rosa is a beautiful blouse version of our much loved Rosemary dress. Featuring dense tapestry-inspired chest embroidery in contrasting ivory. Her pretty statement sleeves feature pintucking to create a dramatic puff when worn. We love the vintage feel of Rosa’s faded ‘poppy’ red on beautiful linen. Finished with hand crochet edging. Button and keyhole fastening to back.
100% Linen.
Sustainable Corozo buttons
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
3-5 years. Blouse length is 40cm.
5-7y. Blouse length is 44cm.
7-9y. Blouse length is 48cm.
$86.00
Crafted in a beautiful warm, peachy pink tone linen, Mirel has a vintage swingy silhouette. Sweet puff sleeves are trimmed with warm toned embroidery, and finished with our signature hand crochet trim. A smocked neckline frill with a blanket stitch finish adds a special touch to this versatile blouse. Invisible zip to back.
100% Linen.
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
3-5 years. Blouse length is 40cm.
5-7y. Blouse length is 44cm.
7-9y. Blouse length is 48cm.
$103.00
The Nellie romper is a little retro dream made in our red calico floral and ‘50s-inspired ‘poppy’ poplin. Featuring dramatic circle sleeves, retro ric rac trim, a cute collar and embroidered patch pockets for shells and summer trinkets. Her elasticated high waist and elasticated cuffs create a playful silhouette. We love this statement playsuit with her adorable ‘50s spirit. Button closure to back.
100% Cotton Print
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 44.5cm.
3-5 years. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 50.5cm.
5-7y. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 56.5cm.
7-9y. Unavailable in this size range
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The Nellie romper is a little retro dream of a sunsuit. We love the homespun feel of this checked version, crafted in our specially woven picnic check and ‘praline’ poplin. Featuring dramatic circle sleeves, retro ric rac trim, a cute collar and embroidered patch pockets for shells and summer trinkets. Her elasticated high waist and elasticated cuffs create a playful silhouette. Style with knee highs and sandals for ultimate cuteness. Button closure to back.
100% Cotton Woven Check
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 44.5cm.
3-5 years. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 50.5cm.
5-7y. Romper length, side neck to crotch, is 56.5cm.
7-9y. Unavailable in this size range
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The beautiful Velma set is intended to meet at the middle, giving the impression of a one piece. A truly versatile set, she can also be worn separately – mix and match her with our blouses or shorts, or pair with a favourite tee. Features a dramatic embroidered puff sleeve in ochre and pink tones, with pretty motif embroideries to the waistband and pockets. Elasticated back waist pull on skirt.
100% Linen
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 19.5cm. Skirt length is 40cm. Waist relaxed is 19cm, Waist extends up to 31cm.
3-5 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 24.5cm. Skirt length is 44cm. Waist relaxed is 22cm, Waist extends up to 34cm.
5-7y. Top length from side neck to hem is 29cm. Skirt length is 48cm. Waist relaxed is 26cm, Waist extends up to 37cm.
7-9y. Top length from side neck to hem is 33.5cm. Skirt length is 53cm. Waist relaxed is 28cm, Waist extends up to 40cm.
$123.00
The beautiful Velma set is intended to meet at the middle, giving the impression of a one piece. A truly versatile set, she can also be worn separately – mix and match her with our blouses or shorts, or pair with a favourite tee. Features a dramatic embroidered puff sleeve in ochre and pink tones, with pretty motif embroideries to the waistband and pockets. Elasticated back waist pull on skirt.
100% Rustic Cotton
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 19.5cm. Skirt length is 40cm. Waist relaxed is 19cm, Waist extends up to 31cm.
3-5 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 24.5cm. Skirt length is 44cm. Waist relaxed is 22cm, Waist extends up to 34cm.
5-7y. Top length from side neck to hem is 29cm. Skirt length is 48cm. Waist relaxed is 26cm, Waist extends up to 37cm.
7-9y. Top length from side neck to hem is 33.5cm. Skirt length is 53cm. Waist relaxed is 28cm, Waist extends up to 40cm.
$109.00
Wilma is a cute 1950s-inspired twinset in our woven picnic check cotton. A subtle cream folk embroidery decorates her placket and shorts waistband, with pretty hand smocking to the shirt. With an elasticated waist pull on bubble short, Wilma looks sweet worn tucked in. A perfectly retro little set for seaside days and holiday play.
100% Cotton Woven Check
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 34cm. Short length side seam is 21cm. Waist relaxed is 23cm, Waist extends up to 31cm. Short cuffs measure 15cm across (This is a fixed measurement)
3-5 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 36cm. Short length side seam is 23cm. Waist relaxed is 24.5cm, Waist extends up to 34cm. Short cuffs measure 16cm across (This is a fixed measurement)
5-7y. Top length from side neck to hem is 42cm. Short length side seam is 25cm. Waist relaxed is 26cm, Waist extends up to 37cm. Short cuffs measure 17cm across (This is a fixed measurement)
7/9Y - Unavalable in this style
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The sweetest summer short set, Elma comes in our specially woven, soft rainbow stripe cotton that brings together the tones of the collection. With a contrast ivory neckline and straps embroidered with bold, multicoloured cross stitch florals. The elasticated waist pull on bubble short gives this set an adorable silhouette.
100% Cotton Woven Stripe
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
2-3 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 27.5cm. Short length side seam is 21cm. Waist relaxed is 23cm, Waist extends up to 31cm. Short cuffs measure 15cm across (This is a fixed measurement)
3-5 years. Top length from side neck to hem is 30.5cm. Short length side seam is 23cm. Waist relaxed is 24.5cm, Waist extends up to 34cm. Short cuffs measure 16cm across (This is a fixed measurement)
5-7y. Top length from side neck to hem is 33.5cm. Short length side seam is 25cm. Waist relaxed is 26cm, Waist extends up to 37cm. Short cuffs measure 17cm across (This is a fixed measurement
7/9Y - Unavalable in this style
$106.00
With a swingy smock and cute puff sleeves, the Verna dress has the sweetest retro vibes. Crafted in a classic retro colourway of ‘poppy’ poplin with contrasting ivory smocking all around the neckline and cuffs. Featuring a tie front and hand blanket stitch finish on hem panel. Verna comes with a matching bloomer to complete her vintage look.
100% Cotton
Ethically made in India
Hand wash recommended
Sizing:
12-18m. Dress length is 41cm. Bloomers measure 19cm across the waist (but will stretch to 40cm using the full elastic)
18-24m. Dress length is 41cm. Bloomers measure 20cm across the waist (but will stretch to 41cm using the full elastic)
