Cloth Dolls

Long before Barbie was introduced to the mass market’s consciousness, cloth dolls have been the norm and constant companion of every little girl in most parts of the world. Among the more popular b...

Christmas Pajamas

Hi WorldVillage Friends:I was listening to the radio last night while driving to see my granddaughter at college. They were discussing family traditions at this time of year.I was surprised at h...

Gift Wrap Ideas

Hi WorldVillage People:I know most folks are busy getting ready for the gift giving season. It is always such a rush to get everything done in time that we forget to enjoy the moment.I was just ...

The Power of Art for Health

My 80-year-old mother makes cloth angels. She doesn’t like them to be called dolls, because to her a “doll” is a toy, and these are most definitely not. They’re absolutely incredible, handcrafted, ...

Mixed Media ART

Because my interests are expanding all the time, I have decided to blog on a wider range of topics within the “ARTS” realm.

Unusual Art Dolls

Can you imagine going into the $2 store or similar and buying small porcelain dolls to dearm and deleg them and rip the clothes off?

Inspiration

One of the most asked questions of designers is “where do you get your insiration”?

A great designer

Hi everyone,Today I want to talk about a wonderful doll designer who lives in New Zealand.

“Being creative at Christmas time”

Hi everyone,Sorry I have not blogged for a while. Big changes have happened in my life and I have shifted from Australia to New Zealand.

Cloth Doll Making Explained

Today I have the final installment of the basics explained Enjoy!Colours I love to use bright clear colours or black and white for the clothing on my dolls. That is my preference.

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