I began my doll project by studying various patterns and books. My doll is made from a basic body pattern I found in an old Dover book. She has yarn looped hair, which was very tedious to make until I went and got large utility needles. Other than needles, I haven't needed a lot of new supplies.
Her face is embroidered and is a variation on the pattern's doll face. I think in the future I'll go for smaller eyes. These are a bit scary. I'm starting to keep a sketch book of face drawings, and I now look at fashion magazines with new eyes. Certain combinations of hairdos and clothes can call up very specific characters.
Because I want to make my doll an adult, I amended the body by giving her some boobs. I have some old doll clothes patterns that I edited to make her a blouse. Because of those boobs, that blouse is going to need darts. (That blur in the photo is my cat design consultant Bunny)
I found the perfect color for her blouse. One cool thing about making dolls is that you can get a blouse out of a fat quarter.
This blue blouse is an important part of her character. Stay tuned to see how she comes along.
9 comments:
she is looking good
love her boobs hehe
hugs Beth
Is she a trip or what??!! and the pantaloons?? no thongs, eh?
You are really doing a fine job-scary eyes and all! She's a hoot!
Wow, how cool is that! I actually love her big orange eyes. Who says eyes have to be blue!
Oh, how cute is that! If anyone gives you a hard time about the lips, you can tell them you know someone with lips like that - me! I think her eyes are great! Looking forward to seeing the rest of her outfit!
She is not scary...she is remarkably challenging, however, which is so cool in a doll. A force to be reckoned with!
I will definitely stay tuned...this is awesome!
I think she looks just like Stockard Channing as Rizzo in Grease. Well, maybe with some pants on... I think she's great!
Such fun! I'll definitely be checking back on this to see the personality develop.
I'm thinking she looks like a self portrait doll...
Barbara,
I think your doll looks a bit like you! I hope she'll be well accessorized: jewelry, handbag, and of course, shoes!
Congratulations on your blogoversary and your soon-to-be birthday. Have missed not seeing you.
Catherine
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