Sewing Dolls
Adults and children alike will love making and playing with these dolls, which are all made from natural materials. Patterns are provided for a range of dolls: small dolls for the littlest child, baby dolls, larger dolls to dress up, knitted dolls and dolls with moveable arms and legs. With different hairstyles and clothing options, the dolls can be varied endlessly. The book contains all the necessary patterns and detailed instructions, and is richly illustrated with color photographs and drawings. By Karin Neuschütz
Feltcraft - Making Dolls, Gifts and Toys
This book offers detailed instructions for a range of lively and creative ideas using wool felt. Sew small dolls, finger puppets, animals, mobiles, little gifts and even wall tapestries. In addition are patterns for dressing our various Doll Bases. Much to whet your creative appetite. 86 pages
Making Waldorf Dolls
The complete book on how to make soft, natural fiber Waldorf-style dolls. Thorough and well put together with illustrated instructions that are clear and easy to follow. Projects progress from simple baby dolls and knot dolls to the realistic dressing doll with jointed limbs. Lots of practical tips, pretty ways of making dolls' hair and many patterns for all kinds of dolls and lots of clothes patterns and ethnic variations.
Toymaking with Children
Author Freya Jaffke teaches you how to make classic toys from natural materials. Projects include branch building logs, silk marionettes, play stands (yes! a design and instructions), wood and bark boats, knitted small animals, dress-ups, simple carved wooden figures, rag dolls, flannel knot dolls, Waldorf dolls, and even more. In addition, clean up tips, recommended toys for specific ages, and outdoor play. Inspired by the Waldorf approach to education. 160 pages
Felt Wee Folk: Enchanting Projects
Learn to sew your own tiny figures and accessories using wool felt, cotton pipe cleaners, simple embellishments, and Salley Mavor's new step-by-step guide. 18 complete Wee Folk projects feature dolls, pins, purses, checkbook and cell phone covers, pillows and scenic backdrops. Ideal for dollmakers, quilters, and embroiderers of every skill level. No sewing machine needed. A beautiful full color book! When you're ready to get started, our Plant-Dyed Felt page features all the beautiful felts Salley uses! You'll find wooden beads and pipecleaners on our Doll Bases and Beads page along with acorn caps.
Shown in a cape and cap of Rainbow Wool Felt.
Table Puppet Patterns
Sew a doll family or put on a puppet show. Ronna McEldowney's Table Puppet Patterns are for 3 different size standing felt dolls ranging in size from 7" to 9.5". Includes detailed instructions and ideas for customizing your dolls. (materials not included)
The Nature Corner
Seasonal nature tables are an invaluable way of making young children aware of the changing cycle of the year. Instructions, patterns and diagrams are provided for making soft figures and objects related to the seasons, festivals and holidays. Many, many types of projects and ideas with a table for each month of the year depicted in full color. The complete nature table book! 2nd edition. From Floris, 88 pages
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