New Challenge Doll

I'm starting a new doll :)  This one is a challenge doll, proposed by a friend/coworker. We are making dolls from my Verity pattern, dressed in historic nursing uniforms from eras of our choosing. I blew a couple hours on the Internet this morning, doing research, and I think I've picked my era.

I decided to add breasts. One breast is easy to sew to the body, but second is much harder - trying to get them even!

Here's my progress so far:

March 1 update:

March 3 update:

Coating the head/upper torso and arms with "Messy Mix."

March 10 update:

March 15 update:

March 18 update:

March 23 update:

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And Another Amity

Today I finished the second Amity dolls (at a reduced size - 78% or original). For her jacket and hat, I used an old 100% Australian wool sweater vest purchased at a thrift store. Her shoes are felt. She will be going with me to Nashville as well (UFDC/ODACA).

Hair: Trying Something New

Using a flat chunky sort of yarn, I'm just winging it as I go. It always helps to draw some lines to guide my yarn direction to keep everything even. I'm not sure how this will turn out. 

New Amity Doll

I can't believe it's been over a year since I made my last doll. I've just been busy with other creative outlets - mixed media journal pages, as well as dabbling in music (small, informal venues).

This is Amity - or at least a 78% of original size Amity, so she stands about 17 inches tall. She's made of my favorite woven doll fabric, Timeless Treasures Complexion Collection - which I haven't been able to find anywhere (such a shame). At least I have a little left.

Amity's clothes are removable. Her little red shrug/jacket was made from a recycled swimsuit - one I had from the early 90s. I loved the texture, but boy, was it a beast to sew! Her shoes are made from wool felt, and are also removable.

I always choose the hair color based on the complexion of the doll and the colors I've chosen for the clothing. While I usually lean red or auburn, that just didn't go with this doll. I found some wool yarn that I've had awhile (can't even remember where I bought it). It's a single ply (?), and a lovely neutral brown with hints of blue.