Well, the day is finally here that I finished these dolls. I made a few pictures of the finished , but not dressed yet ( huge ) Izannah dolls I made. these dolls are between 31" and 32" Tall. The clothes have been made and are being finished, the little hand sewed things you have to do to them. 4 complete sets of dresses, pantyloons, chemises, slips and bonnets, Oh My. I started these back in august, so it's been a long process. These pictures were made with a flash camera, but I think they are pretty good. You can get a clear look at them. I had to dye the black girls hair ( lambskin ) three times to get the brown color, but they have the finest tiny curls. I really don't have to much to say about them, except It's been a long and hard job, but I am proud of how they turned out. In another week their pictures will be posted in all their clothes. Finally, I learned to make the gathered top dress, so that will be something new. I have seen alot of really fine dolls people are making, and I sure wish I could get some of them, maybe in the future that will be possible. To everyone I wish a Happy Holiday Season and as always, Happy Doll Making.
Wow Martha, you have really been busy. The dolls are wonderful...................can't wait to see them dressed! Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteHi Martha! I love this kind of dolls. Your dolls are very fine dolls, with very fine face paintings. I try to make "Izannah´s" also and for me it is so difficult to take not to much colors. I think, your dolls are perfect in painting and it will be great to look at them when clothes are ready. Lovely greetings to you!
ReplyDeleteThank you all so much. It was an experience to make these big girls, Making the big patterns and clothes. I did learn alot from it. Happy Holidays to everyone.
DeleteThey're beautiful! Wow...you did such a great job on these dolls...all of them. You have such a trademark face on your creations!
ReplyDeleteYou must be so proud of these beautiful dolls Martha. I can't wait to see them in their finery. Have a happy holiday, :)
ReplyDeleteMartha, such wonderful dolls...lots and lots of hard work, I know, but you must be delighted with them. I am one of your most loyal fans...love all your children!
ReplyDeleteMartha! Super dolls! Loved all!!!
ReplyDeleteAMAZING Martha! I can just imagaine all the hard work and hand stitching. These ladies are beautiful. I can't wait to see your dresses for them....I'm sure their excited too!
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