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.

PUMPKIN MAN ART DOLL WIP

With summer coming to an end I'm back in the Stitch Fiddler Studio working on a Pumpkin Man. The summer months are filled with gardening, planting, cycling and just enjoying nature.

                                        

 I made a wire armature, covered with yarn and started adding bits of batting to build up his body. I would say that most of the time goes into building up the doll's body. 

                                                                               The Fun is adding the color and bringing the art doll to life.                                                               

Pumpkin Man Art Doll WIP by Bethann Scott

Pumpkin Textile Figure WIP by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler"

Sewing Doll Clothes

Busy in the studio designing doll clothes and shoes for my 12 inch cloth doll.

Doll Clothes WIP by Bethann Scott ©2018

Doll Pantaloons by Bethann Scott ©2018

 I started with a bodice block pattern and sewed up a mock-up in cotton to check the fit.   She also received a pair of fitted pantaloons.                                                                                   



  

                                                                                             

I also made her a cotton batiste blouse that gathers around the neckline with a drawstring closure. Nice but it will be too bulky for what I want her to be wearing. So I'll save for another doll.

 I made an baby pink cotton batiste under dress that will close in the back. I actually had blue in mind for the dress and ended up with pink. 

I made an over dress in a cotton floral print fabric. I've had this for years and finally put it to good use. The sleeves fit very snug around her arms and I should have allowed a little more ease room. Even though the clothing could be removed, this isn't that type of doll where the clothes are to be taken on and off. I just like to sew "real" clothing at times instead of the applied costumes.

Floral Doll Over Dress by Bethann Scott  ~The Stitch Fiddler~ ©2018

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

CLOTH DOLL WIP ~RED RIDING HOOD AND THE WOOF~ by Bethann Scott

It's hard to believe it's been almost one month since my last post. As far as sewing goes, I haven't accomplished much. Most of my time has been spent outdoors enjoying nature. A few days ago I began work on my "Red Riding Hood" doll. 

Adding color to her face is the most enjoyable phase of doll making.

Red Riding Hood Art Doll WIP by Bethann Scott ©2017

THE STITCH FIDDLER ~MEDIEVAL LADY DOLL~ Bethann Scott

My Medieval Lady Doll is finished. I had in mind that she was going to have a witch hat and a crow but I decided to leave her as she is. Her dress is made using wool as is her cape.

Medieval Lady Doll by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" ©2016

Medieval Doll Shoes by Bethann Scott  "The Stitch Fiddler " ©2016

Doll Cloak/Cape by Bethann Scott "The Stitch Fiddler" ©2016



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

ANYA AND BABA DOLL #1 FINISHED ~BETHANN SCOTT~ The Stitch Fiddler

 "The Traveler" Doll called Anya and Baba

 Today I finished the last details. I changed her head position, made her a walking stick and necklace. I used my own baby design which has a trapunto style face. The baby is dressed in a one piece romper and I designed another hat that ties in the front under her chin.  At first I had the hat scrunched ....but I wasn't all that thrilled with how it looked. So I changed her look by allowing the hat to be more elf style. I love it! Well I'm finally done with the two dolls and it was a long but fun journey. 

The Traveler Doll~ Anya and Baba~ by Bethann Scott (made during an online class)

Bethann Scott ~ The Stitch Fiddler ~ Making the Doll Coat

I used rich deep colors for the coat. We were to construct the coat and given instructions to "Let Your Imagination Go" and have fun.

Doll Coat by Bethann Scott ©2014

Doll Coat by Bethann Scott ©2014

The Coat

 

                                  

       

Doll Coat and Skirt by Bethann Scott ©2014

  After the lapels were folded down some of the hand stitching was hidden (I'll plan ahead next time). I have the beading embellishments to accomplish. The coat was quite the task.

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE FINISHED

SHE IS SOLD AND WILL BE TRAVELING TO ITALY

Mother of the Bride by Bethann Scott (Jill Mass Design)

She has a pink rose and baby breath corsage, pearl necklace and earrings and a organza handkerchief. Velvet Handbag and Velvet shoes embellished with sequins and a pink Rondelle Crystal bead. The Mother of the Bride was given a nice size "Church Hat" that is embellished with silk flowers, floral organza, baby pink tulle, and feathers. Her earrings are lavender and white pearls.

She's all ready for that Happy Day.