China head doll

For those of you who would like to make your own "china-head doll", here is a Fimo version that anyone can make. I am working on writing...

My husband has taken to searching online for dolls I might like to restore. I know! What a gem! A couple days ago he came across an ad for these two little girls. They both belonged to the seller's mother. His mother's name is Nancy Erickson. I'm so grateful that Nancy's son found a new home for these dolls instead of throwing them away! On the left is this composition Horsman baby doll. She is about 15" long. She is from the 1930s. And on the right is this China Head doll who is about 15"…

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For those of you who would like to make your own "china-head doll", here is a Fimo version that anyone can make. I am working on writing directions. It is a whole different style of writing than writing stories--I am not very good at it. If you have any questions, or need better photos, just ask. The collage bellow illustrates the steps to create a tiny doll...feel free to download for your own use The first picture in my hand is of two porcelain boy dolls that I wanted to show you. You will…

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The following three patterns are authentic to the time periods described below. I discovered these in the archive and cleaned them up for public use. Each pattern may be used for both restoration projects and crafting historic reproductions dolls. Please credit the blog for your articles on the web. The patterns are not to be sold for profits. Click directly on the images to download the largest possible files. Pre-Civil War doll body pattern with options for either a china leg or a fabric…

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The so called Greiner style china with her desirable lower eye lashes is a lovely addition to my doll family. The dress on her may be original, the bodice is lined, the fit exact, and the stiches are tiny ones made by hand. It is in shreds. I have been to the thrift store to find a skirt made of black gauze, and found deep navy instead. From it I will cut patches to lay under the old fabric and help it hang together a little longer. Wish me luck on this delicate venture! I often shop the…

This pattern is my debut pattern for my new pattern line for china head dolls! This pattern is for a basic 1850's to 1860's ballgown for 18" chain head dolls. This pattern will NOT fit 18" modern dolls! The pattern includes two sleeve styles! The possibilities are endless!

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