Mirror Mirror

Trying to make a pretty doll and it just doesn't seem to work out.  They always seem to come out kind of weird looking.  Maybe some hair and a pretty dress will make this gal a bit fairer.

Still have quite a bit more work to do on her.  Also tried a different armature style.  Still on the quest for the perfect body.

Edgar is almost done.

Figured out the new sewing machine and absolutely love it.  It's a brother CS-6000i.  Inexpensive and so easy to operate.  Worked on Edgar today.  Having a lot of fun with this doll.  Here he is so far.

Legs and Lashes

She's coming along nicely.  All she needs is clothing.  Luckily I found some beautiful satin in a gorgeous turquoise.  Now all I have to do is figure out how to use the new sewing machine.

 

Day of the Dead Doll Arms

During my quest to find the best way to joint doll arms and legs I came across this.  Use bead caps to finish off the ends of the limbs and then connect them with a bead in the middle.  It's quite ornate but for this doll it's perfect.

In this example I drilled holes into the ends of the arms and glued wire into one hole then strung a bead cap and glued it into place. I then strung a bead and again a bead cap.  I drilled an extra hole below and above so I could add more beads.  These are just decorative.

Day of the dead doll in the making

This doll is sooo much fun. 

Still working on her arms and legs. 

Still working on Edgar

Well, it's been a while.  Edgar is not Quite done yet.  I had to splurge and buy myself a new sewing machine.  Now to figure out how to use it.  It's all computerized. 

Edgar Allan Poe Art Doll

Just finished the head and figured I would post it for now.  I always loved his work and the mystery surrounding him.  I am still working on the body but my sewing machine is giving me some trouble.  I think it's time for a new one but I really wouldn't even know where to begin picking one out.