OT: Looking for reviews of Life of Faith furniture

[moderator]

I was wondering, for anyone who has the Life of Faith dolls, what you think of their furniture? Is it good quality? And how do the dolls look when sitting in the chairs? (For example, I think AGs look a little odd when seated.)

My mom wanted to get me Millie's Windsor chair ( http://www.lifeoffaith.com/shop/cart...string=windsor ) for Christmas, but didn't understand where to purchase it from. Because of this, I plan to ask again for my birthday. Unfortunately, there's no way for me to see it without purchasing it, so I'd like to know if it's wood, good quality, etc. Basically anything you are willing to tell me about the furniture! [img]biggrin.gif[/img]

Thanks!

[mystere]

I have the table and chairs set with linens (very similar to Addy's set). I like it and I think it's worth the price, but it is not as high quality as AG. The ladderback "rush seat" chairs are woven with a kind of heavy paper, not actually grasses (like the AG ones). Otherwise the chairs are pretty much the same as the AG ones. The table is nice but seems a little lighter weight than AG furniture.

What is really wonderful about the set and why I'm REALLY glad I got it is the linens. I bought the table/chairs from an ebay seller for $64 NIB (normally they're $75) and I LOVE the linens. I got the retired version so it came with two extra chair cushions that are not included with the current version, but even without them it'd be a great deal to me. It includes two chair cushions that tie on to the seat (mine came with four- two smaller extra ones that sit along the back of the chair), two chair covers that go under the cushions, a tablecloth, a table runner, and two napkins. They are very high quality- the cushions, covers, and tablecloth are reversible and you can mix and match because the colors work together. Also, the trim is lovely. The runner and napkins are embroidered. I think the linens make this set very versatile compared to the AG one, because I can put the cushions on and dress the set up for Samantha, or leave it plain for Addy.

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If you don't have any, I also can't recommend LOF clothing enough. Their dresses are stunning, very detailed, and exceptionally crafted. I love that they snap shut. Their undergarments sets are also beautiful and very detailed. This company doesn't seem to skimp on anything when it comes to those clothes!

Ever since I got my two dolls and some outfits a couple weeks ago, I'm on the prowl for LOF outfits at slightly less than retail. They're really expensive compared to AG, but the outfits come with shoes and socks and I think the detail is well worth it.

I'll post an album soon. I have a bunch of stuff currently in transit and I'm waiting for it to arrive. [img]smile.gif[/img] BTW- if you want pictures sooner- I'm happy to email you a few, just PM me.

<font color="#051E50"><font size="1">[ January 02, 2006 07:25 PM: Message edited by: mystere ]</font></font>

<font color="#051E50" size="1">[ January 02, 2006 07:27 PM: Message edited by: mystere ]</font>

[moderator]

Thank you so much for the review! After reading your review, I'll definitely keep the chair on my wish list.

I love the clothes! I only have Elsie and two dresses (the one she came in and the retired tea dress), but hope to get a couple more of her dresses some day.

I've found a great way to get their things at less than retail. Do you have a store anywhere nearby that sells the dolls? Our "local" one is out of town, but close enough that it's worth the drive with the savings. Christian bookstores tend to issue lots of coupons (usually at least a couple per month). I got Elsie for $50 off (30%/$30 off coupon and $20 in free accessories since she was an older issue of the doll) and currently have a few 20% off coupons that I gave to my mom along with a birthday wish list. [img]wink.gif[/img]

I don't use eBay, but it sounds like that's a great place to look, too! [img]biggrin.gif[/img]