CLOTH AND CLAY SQUIRREL DOLL

WHAT HAPPENED WITH THOSE SQUIRRELS?

They're still a work in progress. I dressed the male squirrel in a white linen shirt, a lined silk jacket, breeches, and brown suede stocking shoes. But my husband said the jacket looked like a dress.  So off came the jacket and I made another in a wool plaid but I'm still not satisfied. I removed all his clothing except for the shirt which brings me back to square one with costuming this couple.

Squirrel  WIP by Bethann Scott The Stitch Fiddler ©2014

Squirrel Art Doll WIP by Bethann Scott ©2014

MY "ROBERT MCKINLEY" DOLL WIP

I finally decided to take the plunge and try making a doll following the techniques of the late artist Robert McKinley in his book "Dollmaking One Artists Approach". I've heard such great things about the artist. I know many artist use some of his techniques in their doll making process. This is my attempt to construct a doll using some of his techniques.

I was hoping my paper clay Head would fit and could be used but it doesn't.

Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" 2014

This is where I left off

 Also, Robert McKinley made his doll using Super Sculpey, therefore, this body construction may not work with a Creative Paper Clay head and neck. We will see. This is my doll maker's muse for today.

CHOOSING THE FABRIC

Last night I wired and wrapped her arms and now I'm choosing fabrics. I like the warm autumn colors with flowers

 Before padding the arms

PAINTING HAS BEGUN

Paper Clay Art Doll WIP by Bethann Scott ©2014

                                   The photo above shows her after sanding to achieve a smooth surface. I don't have a dremel sanding tool (yet) and sanded the old fashioned way using fine grade sand paper. This is one of those tasks that I don't enjoy. It seems the sanding will never end not to speak of the mess it makes. I usually do all my sanding outside....but not in this frigid cold.

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BUSY SCULPTING HANDS AND LEGS

   I'm still sculpting. I hope to finish the hands today. I began the legs and high heel shoes. It takes several steps to accomplish the finished result. I wired the legs longer than needed. I wanted to make sure I had extra length with no regrets when adding the legs to the body. Today will be a busy day finishing the hands, sculpting the legs, sanding, sanding, sanding.

~Izannah Walker~"Sneak Peak" ~

Izannah Walker Inspire Doll by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" ©2012

Here's a Sneak Peak of my newest Izannah Walker inspired doll. I need to hem the sleeves and dress. I may also make her a bonnet. Hope to be done tonight.

MY FIRST IZANNAH WALKER INSPIRED DOLL ~BETHANN SCOTT~ The Stitch Fiddler

Izannah Walker Inspired Doll by Bethann Scott ©2011

Izannah Walker Inspired Doll by Bethann Scott ©2011

My First Izannah Walker Inspired Doll. She stands 15" tall and is wearing a burgundy bodice and skirt outfit. The underpinnings consist of a chemise, drawers, and petticoat.

Making My First Izannah Walker Style Doll ~The Stitch Fiddler~ Bethann Scott

Izannah Walker Doll WIP by Bethann Scott ©2011 "The Stitch Fiddler"

It seems like there is an "Izannah Walker" doll craze out there! and I too became infactuated by this wonderful doll. I have been designing my own Izannah Walker doll pattern after several months of studying the antique dolls. I have drawn pictures and diagrams and finally decided to OPEN up my first package of Creative Paperclay and give it a try.