Lee,

This is the sort of thing that sadly happens when someone takes an
object to someone who is not knowledgable in either the object type
and materials or the proper way to approach an issue that requires
"repair".

Here is a very good web site that is a great primer on Doll
restoration and conservation:

http://collectdolls.about.com/library/weekly/aa081800a.htm

I have conserved several dolls in my career and they are really
interesting objects!

Cheers!
Dave

David Harvey
Conservator
Los Angeles, California

On 3/7/07, Lee Goodan <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Hi,
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> We are trying to locate a reputable doll repair shop for one of our patrons.
>  Her doll has been substantially altered and is not of significant value to
> warrant the expense of a professional doll conservator.  She took the doll
> to someone for repair, however this person was not skilled and glued in
> stationary eyes that were originally "sleepy".  She is keeping the doll
> solely for sentimental reasons and would like to have the eyes be "sleepy"
> again.  She is an elderly lady who is not able to put a lot of money into
> the repair, but would like to use someone who knows what they are doing.  A
> shop in the Gastonia and Charlotte, North Carolina area would be preferable,
> but she may be willing to ship the doll out if needed.  Please let me know
> if you have worked with someone who could help her.
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> Thank you,
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> Lee Goodan
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> Registrar
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> Gaston County Museum
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> Phone: 704-922-7681 x.107
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