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    String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains

     

    Where did they come from? The String Doll World.

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    There are lots of stories describing the origins of the String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains. Most stories speak of these originating in Northern Thailand. Nowadays, String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains are must have accessories all over Asia and USA.

    We think the UK and Europe will be the next territories for String Doll, Voodoo String Doll and Voodoo keychain domination! In fact. we think they can take on the World!

    How were they made – then and now?

    The original manufacturing method for String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains is full of charm. From what we can piece together from speaking to local contacts is that, in their spare time, farmers in Northern Thailand created doll like figures from straw. These would then be given to loved ones as tokens of affection and lucky charms. Over time, and with textiles becoming more easily available, straw was replaced with string and the modern String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains were born.

    Devil DollEach String Doll, Voodoo String Doll and Voodoo keychain is made from a single length of continuous cotton string, which is carefully wound to create the classic string doll body shape. No wire frames are used as a template for the body so each wind has to be perfectly accurate. Each String Doll, Voodoo String Doll and Voodoo keychain is then adorned with distinctive accessories to create particular characteristics. Many of the these accessories are made from off cuts of materials which would otherwise be thrown away. Very little goes to waste!

    Sourcing our products

    We source our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains directly from local and small manufacturers in Thailand. Many of our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains are unique as they are based on designs created for us.

    The skilled artists who make our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains are allowed to work from home when applying their amazing skills so can spend more time with their families. There is no child labour involved in making our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains.
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    Should I be concerned about voodoo?

    Our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains are a bit of fun and should not be taken seriously. They make a fun lucky charm, an original & different gift, an accessory for your keyring or bag, great wedding favours or a decorative item for your home or car (we also think they will look great hanging from Christmas Trees). Our String Dolls, Voodoo String Dolls and Voodoo keychains are not suitable for children under 10 years old.