One of the first sewing projects I undertook as an adult was making a doll from a Christine Shively pattern I had picked up at the local quilt store. I had gone in for some new fabric when I recognized the title, "Beloved Gaze in Thine Own Heart" as a line from Yeats. Since Yeats was a very important man in my life at that time, I had to find out what he was doing in my quilt store. Long story short, I bought the pattern and made my first doll the following day.
I think as an adult, I reclaim a bit of my childhood when
I make a doll. These little figures hold so much life and hope within them. My imagination sparks as they come to life with each element of creation.
For these two dolls, I used the Santo Paper Doll set by Invoke Arts. I added my own punch by using painted paper, metal embossing, and holy metals.
These are simply wonderful Pilar!!! I especially love love love the purple one. Such grace and serenity, with just the right dose of vulnerability. I love the Invoke Arts products too. I've been wanting to create a spirit art doll to symbolize this new cycle I'm entering. Will do so as soon as I can unpack my art room!
Posted by: Chantal | August 31, 2007 at 03:12 AM
Very very cool! I have these stamps, but have yet to use them - now, I'm thinking I'll stand aside and let You, 'the master', take over.
Deb
Posted by: deb trotter | August 31, 2007 at 07:18 AM
As you already know-I love these dolls!
Posted by: Laura Bray | August 31, 2007 at 07:20 AM
What great dolls! I love the way that you added the metal embellishments for the hands!
Posted by: KathyWas | August 31, 2007 at 09:45 AM
Pilar,
These are beautiful! I've never seen anything like this! I love that you've made them with movable parts...and the colors and the expressions on their faces...everything is just exquisite! Beautiful work..
Posted by: Cheryl Finley | August 31, 2007 at 11:25 PM
They are wonderful!!
Posted by: besh | September 01, 2007 at 08:43 PM
These are gorgeous Pilar!! Beautiful color!
Posted by: Deryn Mentock | September 02, 2007 at 12:35 PM
I play with dolls too..........I have made them for myself...for others...given classes..and done them for auction........Aren't they AMAZING! LOVE YOURS! Here is one of mine:
http://explorethecolors.blogspot.com/2007/03/gypsy-doll.html
Posted by: Pattie Mosca | September 03, 2007 at 05:47 PM
I play with dolls too..........I have made them for myself...for others...given classes..and done them for auction........Aren't they AMAZING! LOVE YOURS! Here is one of mine:
http://explorethecolors.blogspot.com/2007/03/gypsy-doll.html
Posted by: Pattie Mosca | September 03, 2007 at 05:48 PM
I play with dolls too..........I have made them for myself...for others...given classes..and done them for auction........Aren't they AMAZING! LOVE YOURS! Here is one of mine:
http://explorethecolors.blogspot.com/2007/03/gypsy-doll.html
Posted by: Pattie Mosca | September 03, 2007 at 05:48 PM
beautiful!!!
Posted by: melanie | September 03, 2007 at 06:20 PM
I have never seen dolls like this before - I realy like them and the medals hanging on their hands...that is special!
Posted by: krissie | September 03, 2007 at 08:56 PM
These pieces radiate a spiritual quality and beauty that captures a deeper attention...they remind me of museum pieces that have been lovingly excavated and symbolize something important...
Posted by: Royce | September 04, 2007 at 06:37 PM
I really, really like these. Especially the bottom one. Just beautiful!
Posted by: Deb G | September 04, 2007 at 08:15 PM
they are beautiful! you're right that there's something about making dolls that is different from other things we make. i love that moment when they suddenly possess a personality/spirit.
Posted by: Megan | September 04, 2007 at 09:23 PM
they are beautiful! you're right that there's something about making dolls that is different from other things we make. i love that moment when they suddenly possess a personality/spirit.
Posted by: Megan | September 04, 2007 at 09:23 PM
They are simply stunning.
Posted by: Landi | September 05, 2007 at 01:35 AM
O my I'm breathless !! So beautiful !!
Posted by: julia | September 05, 2007 at 02:02 AM
I agree. too cool!
Posted by: titration | September 05, 2007 at 11:14 AM
As always, I'm blown away by your stunning artwork! These are incredible!
Posted by: Cheryl B | September 05, 2007 at 12:07 PM
I love the dolls especially the hands.
Posted by: susan greene | September 05, 2007 at 12:36 PM
I love the dolls especially the hands.
Posted by: susan greene | September 05, 2007 at 12:36 PM
I love the dolls especially the hands.
Posted by: susan greene | September 05, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Now, it is definitely time to play... these are beautiful.
:-)
Posted by: PixieDust | September 05, 2007 at 08:52 PM
Usually, paper dolls don't do it for me, but these are absolutely wonderful, I love them! This is my first visit to your blog, looks like I'll be here for awhile:) I'm going to add you as a link to my blog, if you don;t mind-I know I want to come back here often!
Posted by: Sue Pieper | September 08, 2007 at 04:21 PM