A Christmas Angel

It was nice to make an Angel for Christmas using a purchased pattern. I bought the pattern a few years ago from Arley Berryhill, entitled "Hark, the Angel" and set it aside. As I was organizing my studio I found her tucked away in a Christmas binder. So glad I found the pattern and took the time to make her. 

I used cotton for the body and did a cloth overlay before adding color to the face. First time making a doll with closed eyes. I enjoyed selecting the fabrics from satin, chiffon,  and silk in golds and red.
 

Dupioni silk was chosen for her wings. The wing pattern is nicely quilted.

Though there was no bloomer pattern, I made her a pair. Somewhat a shame they won't be seen.

 She wears a red glitter satin turban that is embellished with fancy trims.

All dressed and ready to play the brass French Horn for the great announcement.

AN ANGEL

Remember the Angel I was working on back in March? I finished her this month. I was hoping to find a long golden trumpet that I could place in her hands but I had no luck finding one and I hadn't the desire to craft one out of paper clay. So here she is.

Cloth Angel Doll by Bethann Scott ©2016

AN ANGEL

The doll I've been working on has become an Angel and it seemed appropriate with Easter just a few days away. I was thinking she may be a fairy, but it became clear that she was going to be an Angel when I added her wings. The wings took some time to construct. I need to finish a few more details before she is finished.

Angel Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2016