Back to basics
After being engrossed with the Izannah Walker dolls, I have undertaken learning how to make a classic Waldorf doll. I wanted to make a doll that did not take as long to make, or so much material, so that I could price my dolls lower than the dolls that take SO MANY hours to create. I also wanted them to be accessible to young children, not just collectors or older children. After making four, I am still working to get the necks the way I want them, and the firmness of the stuffing is still an issue I need to perfect. There is always something new to learn in dollmaking, and I am glad to do it! The marvelous Fabiola Perez has so much information and advice on her blog that has been very helpful to me. In addition, she has a Patreon site that offers a lot of focused information on making Waldorf-style dolls. I find that making the clothing takes as much time as making the doll. Or more! Here are my first attempts. Always an adventure, when you are a dollmaker.