Cloth art dolls

This is the least favorite part, but the fastest. After sanding the head, I dry fit the fabric. Better too large than not large enough and you can also see if there are any bumps that require more sanding. Ask me how I know! And once it has stuck enough, pulling it off may also pull off some clay. I then apply a coat of Tacky Quick Dry glue to the front of the whole head making sure to get glue in all the crevices. This glue is fairly thick but does spread easily. Do NOT add water as this…

So now that I've caught your attention with that snappy title, I'll have to admit that this post is about how to turn tiny fingers for cloth dolls and not something more salacious. I've had quite a few folks ask how to make such small fingers and as with many projects the trick is to have the right tools. Here are mine.. Sharp scissors Turning Tubes (available here scroll almost to the bottom of the page) Hemostat Fray check As you can see my turning tubes have seen some heavy use over the…

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Process of creating the Art Doll Sculpture of Persephone by doll artist Pantovola Materials used are clay on cloth and antique Victorian Era silk and lace

Detailing and embellishing costumes is one of my favourite parts of creating dolls. I could sit for hours and embroider tiny ornaments, attach beads and sparkly elements to the dapper dresses. Embroidery can elevate your creations to the next level since you’re creating one-of-a-kind garments for yo

Be warned that these disturbing doll crafts are not for the faint hearted but when you get used to the visuals, you will soon realize that they are just

Before sharing the process of making wedding cake topper dolls for my son Ian and his new bride Liz, I want to remind you to sign up for a ZOOM Talk that I’ll be giving on August 25th at 2:PM…

As an artist, I delve into many forms of art and technique, depending on where the source of my inspiration comes from. Wisdom Keeper Art Doll by Jeanne Fry My paintings are often inspired by Nature, Animal Totems, my own Personal Growth, and Color. When the creative fire is lit, and my hand feels the urge to pick up the paintbrush, I can already envision what will come to life on the canvas - the sketch appears in my mind and quickly wants to be be transferred to the canvas. My Mixed Media…

Little Folk E-Pattern, By Ute Vasina, Cloth Artist (Note: This is an electronic pdf only. There are no refunds on electronic files) Little FolkMeasuring approx. 12.5" the cover shows three versions of Little Folk using one pattern. Not only will you learn the finer points of needle sculpture, but you'll also learn how to add wrinkles and warts. The clothes are made from recycled fabrics and are put together in an applied, cut, pin and sew type method, which are briefly described in the…

This week I've been working on fish and sticks .... The sticks are the message stick art dolls which were very popular, attracting so...