Activity Towel Doll Mimi from Kathe Kruse

This square shell button features the shining iridescence that has made nacre components so popular for several centuries. The beige color of this shell button combines with the brilliant accents to create a memorable component. These small buttons can be used as clasps or spacers in your jewelry designs, stacked together for bracelets or used in craft and textile work. You'll be amazed at the places you'll want to use these fabulous buttons.

This small square button is made of shell and features the shining iridescence that has made nacre components so popular for several centuries. The green color of this shell button combines with the brilliant accents to create a memorable component. These small buttons can be used as clasps or spacers in your jewelry designs, stacked together for bracelets or used in craft and textile work. You'll be amazed at the places you'll want to use these fabulous buttons.

I grew up in a neighborhood full of girls. Our names were common; Cindy, Laura, Joanie, Carrie and Cheri. When we played dolls, we would compete to come up with the most exotic names for our dolls. The more syllables the better. And then there was Korba. Sensitive to the fact that her own name was unique, time after time, year after year her doll was named Susy. Now, as an adult, I have the pleasure of making crafts and jewelry for a living! When I started on this project, I found myself thinking...