Out of the Box

Someone, somewhere mentioned an Out of the Box challenge, which reminded me of one our local doll club, the Denver Doll Artisans did years ago. I thought I'd post my entry in to that challenge, since he's one of my favorite original dolls. I think I won "Best Interpretation of Theme" for him.
He was titled "Doesn't Follow Instructions" and was inspired by more than a few people I know. He's attempting to put himself together, and despite the clear instructions on the box, he just can't get it and is scratching his head in perplexity.
He's made of hand dyed cotton, quilting cotton fabric, beads and a recycled silk shirt.

Early works, all sold

This gold skirted doll was my first Dream Star doll, my first painted face doll, and my second art doll ever. I had made another doll as a gift but hadn't been thinking of it becoming a big deal so I didn't take any photos before sending her on her way. I thought that was fun, I'll make more - and the rest, as they say, is history.



Either Way Dolls - soft pillow dolls as children's toys from a gingerbread man style pattern. My daughter and I couldn't agree which side of two coordinating fabrics should be the face, so "either way" - buyer's choice. The felt vest is removable.

What's happening now

Thanks for creating this blog. I voted on the petition. Let's hope it takes.

Presently I am working on building up my stock for an upcoming craft fair - my first! I'm pretty excited about it. I had post cards printed and sent them to everyone on my mailing list and people I don't know too.
I am working on more of my small cloth dolls, "Dream Stars", which incidentally sold out on my etsy store last night. As usual they were bought by a friend. It's odd selling to dear friends - I guess I'll have to come up with a new idea for her Christmas present!
I have three timely dolls on Ebay, but I'm keeping the rest for the craft fair.



As well I have a nice pile of pretty little Wish Dolls, which look very sweet when presented with their fragrant pillow and votive candle.


Works in progress: Dream Dolls - a poseable soft doll, about 12 inches tall; mixed media Bead Head dolls - like giant wish dolls which will have a fairy tale to go with them; and crocheted soft sculpture figures of recycled plastic bag yarns. I've had a couple of false starts here with those, but it's all good.

I'm also working on some fabric collage wall hangings - but those are for personal gifts not for sale. I'm hoping that they will become a source of commissions in due course.

Regards,
Robyn C.