Dolls With A Nesting Instinct February 28, 2009

Russian nesting dolls, also known as a Matryoshka, have an iconic design and history. I won’t even try to describe it when Wikipedia has done such a nice job already. But I will share some items that you can buy if you want your own.

Matrushka Sewing Kit ($8.95) from Paper Source

Matryoshka Measuring Cups ($28) from Anthropologie

Nesting Doll Tote ($42.99) from ModCloth

Matrushka Manicure Kit from Paper Source ($8.95) or Plasticland ($12)

Organic Lavender Russian Doll Sachet ($10) from Stitchella

Set of Three Matryoshka Russian Doll Candles ($25) from Plasticland

Unpainted Nesting Dolls (E3.70-E219.09) from Matryoshka Dolls

Russian Nesting Dolls ($17.95-$99.95) from Tolstoys

Thomas Paul Folk Dessert Plate Set ($28) from Velocity Design

Russian Doll Canvas Tote ($9.99) from Journeys

Set of Three Matryoshka Russian Doll Cosmetic Bags ($34) from Plasticland

Clockwise from top center: Measuring Cups from Anthropologie; Plates from Velocity Design; Candles from Plasticland; Set from Tolstoys; Cosmetic bags from Plasticland; Unpainted set from Matryoshka Dolls; Dark canvas tote from Journeys; Sewing and Manicure kits from Paper Source and Plasticland. In center: Tote from ModCloth.