email ekewin@BrierRose.com

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I'm glad you stopped by.  My name is Elaine Kewin and I have been creating with  porcelain for most of my adult life - it's a hobby, but also a passion!  I enjoy the small dolls (under 10 inches), Christmas ornaments and character dolls such as Father Christmas.  Each item is molded in the clay stage by myself and  receives a minimum of 3-4 firings. I sign and date each piece.

I am very lucky to have family who have supported and contributed to my hobby.  Dad's carpentry skills are always at the ready for necessary doll wood working projects.  My Mum provided many skilled years of knitting in her wonderful knitted outfits for the small dolls, but it is with a heavy heart that I tell you Mum passed away in 2002. We all miss her so much and for those of you reading this that are still lucky enough to have your Mum with you, hug her and tell her you love her.

Special thanks to my husband who has supported and encouraged me in my endeavours and has never complained about the doll parts scattered throughout the house!

My dolls have received awards at local competitions in Wisconsin, Virginia and Texas, as well as the International Doll Makers Association (IDMA) convention. At a IDMA convention, I was thrilled when my little Pee Wee doll received a blue ribbon, best of category rosette and Bell's Doll of Merit award.   I have received porcelain doll certification from Bell Ceramics and the Collectible Doll Company.  I have completed the Master Doll Artisan program offered by the International Federation of Doll Makers and continue to take classes from Seeley, Collectible Doll Company and Bell...you can never be overqualified in doll making and it's a wonderful way to meet new friends.

I also enjoy porcelain/china painting and hope to one day offer pieces for sale on my website, keep watching.

My hobby has allowed me to make some special friends over the years. Thanks to Jean Nordquist for her inspirational teaching; to Katie Redd for sharing her unique Santa techniques, to Ale Marcellan Thor for her encouragement to excellence and also to my friend and fellow doll artist, Beckie Decker, who is always there to encourage me to buy another mold or 'needed' supply.

 I look forward to hearing from you.  

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Waiting At The Bridge - tribute to my loving pets who have crossed but are forever in my heart and memories.   We were lucky and blessed to have known such critters!

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