FROG FAIRY ~CLOTH ART DOLL~

I thought I would try something a little different. I wanted to make a sweet little fairy but with frog legs. I also wanted to make a diorama to pose her for her photos.

Frog Fairy Cloth Art Doll by Bethann Scott ~The Stitch Fiddler~

 I made her a diorama that would include a water feature....after all she is part frog.

                                        

She also went through a few costume changes and hairstyles before I decided to give her the bluish green crop top. It never ceases to amaze me how different a doll can look with different clothes, colors and hair styles. 

                                             

In the end I went with a blue-green crop top and an up-do.

Frog Fairy Art Doll by Bethann Scott  ~The Stitch Fiddler Dolls~

Cloth Fairy Doll

During the month of February I was busy making a cloth fairy doll. Her bright rich colors in her costume remind me of the Purple Tiger Lily (which should be her title I suppose).

                                                     

Here are a few Works In Progress photos:

Her sweet heart style bodice is made of dupioni silk and embellished with hand picot beading with glass seed beads along the top

 The skirt is made of a sheer organza like fabric with silk overlay that was embroidered  in place along with glass seed beads. Quite time consuming but worth the effort.

. I gave her a pair of purple glittery tights and of course a pair of fairy slippers with free motion embroidery stitching.

The wings were made with Angelina Film and look completely different depending on the background color. 

The Huntress ~ A woodland Elf Art Doll ~

The Huntress 

                                

The Huntress Elf ~ by Bethann Scott

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.

Happy Halloween

It's October 31st and it's time for Halloween and today I'm sharing a doll I created a few years ago. She's already sold but I hope this year brings more creations like her and her crow.

Witch Art Doll by Bethann Scott

FEMALE ELF ~CLOTH ART DOLL~

Here's a sneak peek of the Elf Art Doll I'm currently working on. 

Cloth Art Doll WIP by Bethan Scott ~The Stitch Fiddler Dolls~ ©2018

RED RIDING HOOD AND THE WOLF CLOTH ART DOLLS FINISHED

I'm excited to say that I finished the dolls last night. I began working on these dolls quite awhile ago but they were set aside for other projects. It's so nice to complete this project. 

One little detail I knew I needed was some doll food. After all, Red Riding Hood couldn't go to Grandma's House empty handed. I used Fimo clay to make, or shall I say bake, bread to put in her basket. The photo is how it looks before it went into the oven.

The over dress laces up the front and the eyelets were hand stitched. 

            

I made her cape using red velvet and it's lined. 

Red Riding Hood Cloth Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2018

 Here is the project complete with doll, wolf and background. 

Red Riding Hood and The Wolf by Bethann Scott ©2018

Miss Red Riding Hood

Red Ridng Hood Cloth Art Doll ~OOAK Art Doll~ by Bethann Scott ©2018 ~The Stitch Fiddler Dolls~

Making a Landscape Quilt for my Dolls

The past three weeks I've been busy sewing raw edge applique onto a beautiful blue linen fabric. All the applique work is hand stitched in place. My idea was to make a landscape style quilt as a backdrop for my dolls. This is my first try and I'm not finished yet. I may add more fabric pieces to the green area at the bottom, I need to tweak a few things and make this into a quilt. 

I purchased a free motion embroidery quilt foot for my sewing machine which arrived in the mail a few days ago. I've never layered a quilt before so I'll keep my fingers crossed and hope it turns out okay in the end.

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ITALIAN LA BEFANA DOLL

Here she is, finally finished her even though a tad past Epiphany Eve. I just had to dress her in wool. She's wearing a beautiful Herringbone Wool lace-up bodice and panel skirt. Much work went into the making of La Befana.

La Befana Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2018  The Stitch Fiddler

 I wanted her to wear a pair of slightly weathered boots, after all she's been tracking in the snow for hours delivering all those toys to the children of Italy.

La Befana Doll Boots by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" ©2018

Cloth Art Doll La Befana by Bethann Scott ©2018 The Stitch Fiddler

And....La Befana always carries a broom to sweep those floors when finished....so

I made her a broom! These are the little finishing touches that I enjoy making.

GNOME ART DOLL ~CHRISTMAS ELF~ The Stitch Fiddler

My latest creation for the Holiday season is this Christmas Gnome or should I say Elf?

OOAK Gnome Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2017

I needle felted his coat using several different fiber colors. I wasn't sure how the green would turn out. But I loved it and added it to the edges. The coat is very soft....I think I want one.

~The Stitch Fiddler~ Needle Felt Elf Jacket by Bethann Scott ©2017 

Christmas Gnome Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2017

Father Christmas

A delightful Father Christmas dressed in a red wool coat and hood. He's ready to make his deliveries with his lamb pulling a sleigh full of goodies.

Father Christmas Doll by Bethann Scott ©2017 "The Stitch Fiddler"

Red Riding Hood: a work in progress

  Though I love the outdoors, I'm glad to be inside sewing again. Yesterday and today was spent making her wig using Tibetan lamb's wool. I purchase the wool on the hide, clip off in tiny pieces and then glue onto a wig cap that is fitted specifically for her head size. This process takes about 7-8 hours to complete. I love the results so I figure it's worth the time.

The dress she's wearing is just temporary until I decide on her costume. My plans are to make a chemise, a fitted dress and of course, a red cape.

Red Riding Hood is a work in progress

 I used Tibetan lamb's wool for her wig making.

Doll Hair WIP by Bethann Scott ~The Stitch Fiddler ~ ©2017

 This is what I've accomplished so far. 

Red Riding Hood and Wolf Doll In Progress by Bethann Scott ©2017 The Stitch Fiddler

PROFESSIONAL DOLL MAKERS ART GUILD "Once upon a time" challenge awards 2017

My Alice and Her Dodo received "Honorable Mention"

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017!!!!!

Hoping this year will bring good things your way.

Happy New Year

Masquerade Doll by Bethann Scott ©2017



STEAMPUNK WITCH ~The Stitch Fiddler ~ BETHANN SCOTT

This will be last witch for this year. The costume for this doll changed about three times before I made the decision to go with a red, black and white stripe theme. Her costume is done in layers. I love the lace and sheer cotton blouse. The hat is a purchased item. I make all my witch hats but for some reason I liked the way this hat looked. I still may make her a leather hat.

Steampunk Witch Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2016

Witch Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2016

This is my first pair of leather boots with heels. I must say that handmade doll shoes are tedious work

Leather Lace Up Doll Boots by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" ©2016