New Artdolls, different bodies.

 

 

 

 

 

It’s been a while since I updated with new dolls. Recently, I did two dolls—one little art doll, Josephine, and one bigger doll, Madeline.

Madeline is truly special. The difference between these two girls is not only the size. Her body was made with fabric, while only the extremities—like the head, hands, and feet—were crafted from air dry clay. I love working this way, trying something new. And of course the fabrics are vintage.

 

 

I recently saw Orlando, and far from the customes in the movie, I kept the image of the protagonist using a big bowl, so I decided to go for it—and I really like it. The good thing, though, is that Madeline has a little basket I made from scratch. I’m proud to have achieved something so tiny and intricate. It may not be the best woven basket in the world, but I’m pretty happy with the result. And of course, Madeline is happy with her sun cap and the big, big bow on her neck. The fabric bow is very special. It’s a small piece cut from an antique doll dress, and it has a little spot of oxide that I love to leave in place—a reminder of other playtimes.

You can seat Madeline or keep her standing up, but only with a doll stand just in case. Of course, I will ship her in a lovely box with a portrait on the front.

As for the little one, Josephine, she found a lovely home, so I am very happy. She was very tiny, a bit like Merceditas—that was the idea.

 

 

Now I am working on a new doll for a show, but it’s more like a scene. I hope I have the energy to post about it soon.

 

 adoption: https://paolazakimi.bigcartel.com/product/madeline-art-doll

If you enjoyed this peek into my doll-making journey, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Which doll speaks

 to you the most—Madeline with her creative details or tiny Josephine ? 

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