Hello,... after spending the past twenty-some years as a painter, working in various mediums, I have found, through a creative journey,... the wonderful art of dollmaking. In making dolls, I not only get to paint, but sculpt, AND work with the antique and vintage fabrics that I love. I first started making dolls just for myself, to accent my antiques, I create each one individually as if it were for my own home. Each doll is hand sculpted in fabric and Paperclay. They take at least 50 hours to complete, so as to give a personality of their own. No moulds are ever used and no two dolls are exactly alike. Many (enjoyable) hours are spent choosing dress fabrics, hair and accessories so that they all blend and compliment each other. I use only antique and fine reproduction fabrics. Hand sewing, which I really enjoy is used wherever possible. Usually, their clothing is unremovable ( especially if the fabric used is quite old), as I regard my dolls as finished sculptures and NOT meant as children's toys. Hope you enjoy viewing them as much as I have enjoyed creating them. You are also welcome to view more of them on my Facebook Folk Art Doll page.
This blog is dedicated to my daughter, Amy. When she read it for the first time, she said that that reading my words calmed her...hah! I laughed. I couldn't imagine anyone saying that to me, least of all someone in my family! Sometime, I will have to tell you all about how Amy and I met... Love you, Sweetie
Thanks so much ladies, for taking the time to leave such nice comments. Now that the spring rains have given us a break, I've been playing "catch up" in the garden. Now back to do the same in the studio. Thanks again, they really make my day.
Becky, your dolls are just amazing. I could look at their faces for hours! Your paintings are just as wonderful. I remember one that you shared on ECP of an old stone building (a barn, perhaps?) and I just loved it!
Hi Lana! Yes, I remember the good ol' days at ECP - the best! Loved your stories about your chickens! I think that painting is in my side column. Good to hear from you, Thanks so much.
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hi, Rebecca~ Oh,I so enjoy visiting you~ seeing your beautiful creations~ such talent~ Claire is wonderful~ Best of luck on her sale~
smiles
Teresa
Your work is absolutely incredible! I love looking at your beautiful, amazing dolls.
aОна великолепна!
What a beauty! Such personality! :)
She's truly lovely, Becky!
She is adoring! I love her sweet face!
Simply amazing!!!
Thanks so much ladies, for taking the time to leave such nice comments. Now that the spring rains have given us a break, I've been playing "catch up" in the garden. Now back to do the same in the studio. Thanks again, they really make my day.
Becky, your dolls are just amazing. I could look at their faces for hours!
Your paintings are just as wonderful. I remember one that you shared on ECP of an old stone building (a barn, perhaps?) and I just loved it!
Hi Lana! Yes, I remember the good ol' days at ECP - the best! Loved your stories about your chickens! I think that painting is in my side column. Good to hear from you, Thanks so much.
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