Doll Costuming

Doll Costuming
Author: Mildred Seeley
Publisher: Hp Books
Total Pages: 160
Release: 1984
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780895862990

Describes the original costumes of a variety of antique dolls and offers advice on making authentic reproductions of doll clothes

Finishing the Figure

Finishing the Figure
Author: Susanna Oroyan
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2001-02-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607053756

Brilliant doll artist Susanna Oroyan taught us to create figures with depth and imagination; now she focuses on designing their presentation--costume, accessories, furnishings, and embellishments. Covers everything from pattern drafting and basics of costuming to settings, photography, and beyond. Over 300 beautiful color photos of dolls from the world’s top doll artists. Learn how to use elements of design to enhance your figure’s presentation and reflect your own style. Detailed instructions and illustrations, plus Susanna’s insightful tips accompany each phase of the process. Susanna shares her knowledge, then gives you the courage to experiment, expand, and create new techniques of your own!

Antique Children's Fashions, 1880-1900

Antique Children's Fashions, 1880-1900
Author: Hazel Ulseth
Publisher: Hobby House PressInc
Total Pages: 124
Release: 1982
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780875881928

A reference manual that will aid the doll dresser in making authentic period costumes for French Bebes and German bisques of the late 19th century. Featured is a fullsize pull-out pattern for a 20-1/2" (52cm) doll from The Delineator, December 1894, plus detailed instructions on patterns. Extensive glossary. 20 color and 112 b/w photos as well as numerous illustrations.

Cloth Doll Artistry

Cloth Doll Artistry
Author: Barbara Willis
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2011-02-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1616735384

In this unique and beautiful book, beloved doll-designer Barbara Willis guides readers through various approaches to doll design and basic and advanced construction techniques. Through the creation of three complete step-by-step projects, readers will develop color boards, learn to use vintage images, create both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional cloth dolls, learn sophisticated costuming techniques, and gain knowledge of elaborate soft sculpting. A gallery shares the inspirational work of several well-known doll artists who have created their own versions of each project. Complete patterns and templates are included.

Doll Costuming

Doll Costuming
Author: Mildred Seeley
Publisher: Scott Publications
Total Pages: 168
Release: 1989
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780916809386

Medieval Costumes Paper Dolls

Medieval Costumes Paper Dolls
Author: Tom Tierney
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 20
Release: 1996
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780486289250

Two dolls, 16 costumes worn from A.D. 12001350. Includes tunics, chain-mail armor, and fur-trimmed capes for men; gowns, brocaded tunics, and a sleeveless chemise for women.

Easy-to-make Dolls with Nineteenth-century-costumes

Easy-to-make Dolls with Nineteenth-century-costumes
Author: Genevieve Priscilla Jones
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1977-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486234266

Full-size patterns and complete easy-to-follow instructions for making 10 old-fashioned doll bodies, faces, and wardrobes. "The instructions are easy to follow, and those who enjoy creating their own dolls will find some particularly attractive ones here that they can make." — Antiques Journal.

Great Fashion Designs of the Forties Paper Dolls

Great Fashion Designs of the Forties Paper Dolls
Author: Tom Tierney
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1987-06-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0486253864

A painstakingly researched and meticulous re-creation of the trend-setting styles of the 1940s. Two dolls and 32 lavish outfits for evening and day wear include Schiaparelli's dark blue wool suit; an Adrian cocktail dress in crepe; a four-tiered wool dress by Germaine Monteil; an elegant wedding gown from Henri Bendel; and much more.

Great Fashion Designs of the Thirties

Great Fashion Designs of the Thirties
Author: Tom Tierney
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 20
Release: 1984-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0486247244

In this handsome, painstakingly researched book, a noted artist and fashion authority re-creates the exquisite haute couture of the thirties. Two dolls — inspired by such actresses as Gloria Swanson and Joan Crawford — can model 32 seductive creations by Schiaparelli, Lanvin, Vionnet, Molyneux, Chanel, Mainbocher, Worth, Paquin, and others. Includes informative captions and an Introduction.