Monday, January 9, 2023

Newsletter #16: Creating Realistic Fingernails

 Art & Angst Newsletter:
https://blue-heron-dolls.ck.page/posts/creating-realistic-fingernails


My fingernail tutorial is already located on my blog, but by reposting I hope to share the tip with other dollmakers.

Friday, January 6, 2023

New Doll: Lisette

Tentatively name Lisette, this is my most recent doll from my new design. She is made from Windsor Ponte fabric, which I believe is no longer made. There were pros and cons with this fabric. Her hair is Tibetan lamb on the hide. I still need to decide on a final hair-do, and possibly a hat - but otherwise she's done!

Yesterday I painted her wood base. I was trying for a cobblestone sort of effect. 


Update: Lisette finally had her "photo shoot" today. Now to update my website...


Monday, January 2, 2023

Newsletter #15: 2023, Here We Come

 https://blue-heron-dolls.ck.page/posts/2023-here-we-come


Toward the end of my Covid isolation, I took the time to formalize the pattern and instructions for my Santa head ornament. This meant I had to make one more in order to photograph the various steps. 

Sunday, January 1, 2023

Life Book 2023 January Lessons

 
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Ian's (age 6 years) project first art journaling project with Grandma







More Art Journaling Explorations HERE