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DIY Doll Wings ~ Upcycling Project

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One Method for Ear Placement






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Making a Tibetan Lamb wig (blog)
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Dyeing Tibetan Lamb (and mohair on the hide)
https://blueherondolls.blogspot.com/2020/06/dyeing-mohair-hides-for-dolls.html




Inserting armature easily










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