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Fanciful Cloth Dolls: From Tip of the Nose to Curly Toes: Step-by-Step Visual Guide
The self-taught designer guides you through creating enchanting heirlooms—including a tooth fairy, pincushion girls, an elf, and a tiny flower sprite.
You don’t have to be a doll maker to enjoy crafting these little sweethearts. If you love to craft and sew, you’ll have fun learning new techniques for creating a whimsical fairy, an impish elf, or a sweet pincushion girl. From fabric sculpting to face painting and all the finishing touches, every captivating detail of your doll will be appreciated for years to come. A charming gallery of variations for each project will inspire you to add distinctive character and personal flair to your creations.
• Create a special keepsake doll that your family will cherish for generations
• Each of the four projects has complete head-to-toe instructions, including details for expressive faces, perfect hair, cute clothes, and an abundance of accessories
• Perfect for both beginner and experienced doll enthusiasts—learn the basics, try new techniques, and sprinkle in your own unique embellishment style
You don’t have to be a doll maker to enjoy crafting these little sweethearts. If you love to craft and sew, you’ll have fun learning new techniques for creating a whimsical fairy, an impish elf, or a sweet pincushion girl. From fabric sculpting to face painting and all the finishing touches, every captivating detail of your doll will be appreciated for years to come. A charming gallery of variations for each project will inspire you to add distinctive character and personal flair to your creations.
• Create a special keepsake doll that your family will cherish for generations
• Each of the four projects has complete head-to-toe instructions, including details for expressive faces, perfect hair, cute clothes, and an abundance of accessories
• Perfect for both beginner and experienced doll enthusiasts—learn the basics, try new techniques, and sprinkle in your own unique embellishment style
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227 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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October 26, 2015
(three and a half stars)
This is one of the books I worry that I am rating unfairly simply because the style of the dolls don't appeal to me. They are niceyl presented, with clear instructions and good general instruction. There are, however, only two "real" dolls and some pincushion dolls, and not a lot of inspiration for customisation.
This is one of the books I worry that I am rating unfairly simply because the style of the dolls don't appeal to me. They are niceyl presented, with clear instructions and good general instruction. There are, however, only two "real" dolls and some pincushion dolls, and not a lot of inspiration for customisation.
March 25, 2018
This is a beautiful book.
When I discovered it I felt I just had to have a go and make one of the wonderful doll designs.
It has four doll sections, each one with a clear and easy to understand pattern guide. The full sized patterns are brilliant.
This colourful glossy book is just delightful. the author has made it easy for us, beginners or advanced sewists, to be able to create a stunning doll that can be brought to life with a little care and inspiration.
Each step of making these dolls is described in written and picture form. The guides are simple and while they look complicated, the construction is straightforward and manageable.
Fabric and decoration are advised and recommended, but to be honest, I am just going to let loose with my own choices.
The Pincushion Girls are fun, but my favourite has to Lyle the Elf . He is just amazing.
In 3D, these characters can be kept and handed down to generations to come and will be loved for ever They will make perfect gifts and I for one can't wait to make one of my very own.
When I discovered it I felt I just had to have a go and make one of the wonderful doll designs.
It has four doll sections, each one with a clear and easy to understand pattern guide. The full sized patterns are brilliant.
This colourful glossy book is just delightful. the author has made it easy for us, beginners or advanced sewists, to be able to create a stunning doll that can be brought to life with a little care and inspiration.
Each step of making these dolls is described in written and picture form. The guides are simple and while they look complicated, the construction is straightforward and manageable.
Fabric and decoration are advised and recommended, but to be honest, I am just going to let loose with my own choices.
The Pincushion Girls are fun, but my favourite has to Lyle the Elf . He is just amazing.
In 3D, these characters can be kept and handed down to generations to come and will be loved for ever They will make perfect gifts and I for one can't wait to make one of my very own.
March 19, 2022
Great book, includs a wonderful collection of downloadable patterns, clear instructions for making the dolls, and some great creative ideas.
September 26, 2022
the patterns are not in the URL cite
The patterns to this book are not on their website anymore, so I can’t make the dolls I’m a beginner and still need patterns
The patterns to this book are not on their website anymore, so I can’t make the dolls I’m a beginner and still need patterns
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