“The Crafty Captain is a storyteller. I set about to tell stories and bring comfort and smiles to those who need it most through weaving threads, shaping wood, resin and paint. I weave dreams into crochet, shape emotions into wood, and pour life into art, by crafting treasures that heal and inspire. My creations are for those who carry untold stories – service members, veterans, families and all seekers of meaning. My art holds space for healing, hope, and timeless beauty of connection. The Crafty Captain is more than a name; it’s a journey. Born from my own personal journey of healing after 25 plus years of military service, each piece is imbued with a message of resilience and the ability to transform pain into beauty. For over 8 years, I’ve honed my craft, shaping memories into crochet dolls, sculpting warmth into wooden treasures, and capturing emotion in resin and acrylic pours. Each piece is a labor of love, created to bring light where there has been darkness.”
People have complemented us on our heartfelt desire to bring a sense of healing to those that are hurting and our desire to remind every warrior that they still have fight in them deep down inside. They have reminded us how much the dolls have brought them comfort in times of sorrow. They have made remarks about our craftsmanship such as "Your attention to detail is incredible!" "I'm always amazed by the creativity and skill that goes into your work."
Lesley is AWESOME!!! I bought two crochet dolls from Lesley in December of 2019, for my Granddaughter and Goddaughter. The dolls were named Lyric and Destiny. They even come with a birth certificate, which is really nice. When the girls pulled the dolls out of the box, they both said, 'They look just like US!' They really identified with the dolls, which is so important for young girls to see dolls that represent them. The craftsmanship was absolutely superb. The dolls were shipped with no issues at all. The entire buying process was simple, and Lesley kept me informed in regards to the process, as the dolls were custom made. I will be buying a doll for MYSELF very soon. Thank you, Lesley, for such splendid work! Tj
Thank you So Much @thecraftycpt for these beautifully hand crafted dolls! They are Stunning. ❤