DRANGONFLY WNGS

ALMOST DONE

DRAGONFLY WING WIP by Bethann Scott

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

MISS MELONY "SQUIRREL WIP"

Squirrel Art Doll Work In Progress by Bethann Scott

Miss Melony received her bushy white tail today. I placed a Thunbergia flower from my garden in her hand. I thought about sculpting one from paper-clay.

 Sill much work to do.

SQUIRREL WORK IN PROGRESS

 The Squirrel's finally have their bodies except for the arm sleeves. The sculpted head, hands and legs are not secured in place yet because I still have to do more sculpting and then paint. So do they look like squirrels or mice???

Sir Alexander Acorn and Miss Melony Doll WIP

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.

OLD WOMAN SCULPTURE ~ Bethann Scott ~ Paper Clay Sculpt WIP

 A few days ago, I began a new paper clay sculpture. This is going to be an Old Woman. I've never sculpted an old woman using clay. Adding the the wrinkles and big nose was quite a delight! Yes, she is going to be based on a Vintage Halloween Postcard. Below is a photo before I added her eye lids and eye bags.

Sculpture WIP by Bethann Scott ©2014

SQUIRREL WIP

This is just the beginning stages of the sculpt. I've never made an animal's head using paper clay. I also have to remember this is a "character figure" and not a "realistic" squirrel.

Squirrel Head Sculpture WIP by Bethann Scott

I like to sculpt during the summer and fall months. I can sit outside and not worry about the mess Creative Paper Clay can make. Most of the mess comes from the sanding part. I have a balcony overlooking our backyard and enjoy watching the birds and yes, the squirrels too!

AFRICAN AMERICAN BOY DOLL FINISHED

African American Male Doll by Bethann Scott

I made him a pair of denim coveralls, a red and white plaid shirt and a straw hat. He will meeting Benita for the first time it just a few days. 

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)

THE TRAVELLER DOLL #2 ~ANYA AND BABA~ BETHANN SCOTT~ THE STITCH FIDDLER

Bethann Scott ©2014

Bethann Scott ©2014

ANYA AND BABA Doll #2

THE TRAVELER  by Bethann Scott ©2014

 I made Anya her hat and needle felted wool yarn in whimsy circles. It's different from the class pattern. I also made Baba a different style hat. I decided to go with my own baby's design. I may try Angela's for the other doll I need to finish. The class seems to be doing well with the baby.

Bethann Scott ©2014

 

 I swept Anya's hair to a side pony tail and added braided decorative yarn. Angela also showed the class how to make a necklace. For her necklace I chose glass beads. I also added the cuffs to her coat. I think I'm about finished.

 Here's the back view...I didn't add the beads to her coat. I'm not sure if I will or not.

Bethann Scott ©2014

AFRICAN AMERICAN ART DOLL WIP

 I started a second  doll. This girl has a dark complexion but I'm not sure what ethnicity she will be....African American?? I did shape the head differently on this doll.

Doll WIP by Bethann Scott

THE TRAVELLER~ LESSON FOUR~ THE HAT~ BETHANN SCOTT ~ The Stitch Fiddler

Bethann Scott ©2014

Bethann Scott ©2014

I finished the hair, hat and beads for the coat. Hopefully the hair won't interfere with the little baby she will carry on her back. If so, I may add braids or bring the hair to the front.

Bethann Scott ©2014

 The the tip of the hat is similar to an elf style hat. I scrunched the tip down and pinned in place for now until I decide if I like this look.The coat was to receive cuffs with little buttons. I'm not sure if I'm going to add the cuffs. I may choose to leave as is so the circle embroidery is not covered up.

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.

PANEL SKIRT WIP

I finished the doll's body, underskirt and overskirt. I found some Batik at JoAnn Fabrics and bought three Bundles which consist of five pieces of batik in fat quarter size. I also chose some cottons to bring in a splash of color.

Panel Skirt WIP by Bethann Scott

I enjoy the class because it makes me think "outside the box". I would never consider combining these fabrics that have completely different designs.

BROWN WOOL BUNNY

It won't be long and Easter will be here. I managed to sew another Bunny Rabbit.

Wool Bunny Rabbit Doll by Bethann Scott The Stitch Fiddler

This one is made using Brown Wool with lamb's wool needle felted to his tail, tummy and muzzle. He is button jointed for gently posing. These bunnies are fun to make. I only made two last year. I hope to do one or two more and then on to the next project.

WOOL BUNNY RABBIT

 Time To Make Some Bunny Rabbits

It's that time of year and spring is on it's way! Flowers are starting to pop up and I am eager for the warmer weather. I've had a couple of requests for some Rabbit Dolls and I made this sweet rabbit using charcoal color wool and needle felted lamb's wool to his tummy, muzzle and tail.

Wool Rabbit Doll by Bethann Scott

I'VE BEEN PUBLISHED

 Two of my dolls were Published in an online quarterly magazine.

  A For Artistic Magazine Spring 2014 

 

"Show and Tell" dolls that are made by students. Two of my dolls are displayed on page 43 of the magazine. Flat Brat in autumn colors and Elf Up On The Rooftop.

A For Artistic Spring 2014 "Bethann Scott Student Doll" 

 The doll on the right is the doll I made.

A For Artisti 2014 "Bethann Scott Student Doll" on the right

 My Elf  "Up On The Roof Top" I made during an online class with Kathryn Walmsley.

Elf Up on the Rooftop "A for Artistic" Magazine Student Doll by Bethann Scott

 A For Artistic Magazine Spring 2014

 A for Artistic was created by Adele Sciortino, co-founder of the Figurative Artists Consortium in Canada and president of ODACA (Original Doll Artist Council of America). Adele writes a quarterly article where she focuses her attention on the business side of doll making.

MEDIEVAL ART DOLL~ BETHANN SCOTT~ The Stitch Fiddler

My latest project is a Medieval Cloth Art Doll.

Medieval Cloth Art Doll by Bethann Scott ©2014

I have a few more details and she will be finished. For more information on the doll's costume journey, visit my Halloween Blog.