I don't know if I should do a post about the beginning of making Hagatha... What if it turns out a disaster and she has to be tossed?! How embarrassing would that be?! lol
Well, I have made dolls earlier, it shouldn't be that difficult. The 'problem' that arises is; are the items I need available here?
I purchased the Hagatha pattern from Homespun from the Heart years ago. It may have been in 2006? Why haven't I made her earlier?? I don't know!
.jpg)
She doesn't look that scary, does she?
.jpg)
The pattern calls for unbleached muslin, which I think is equal to unbleached ecru (cotton) available here.
I stained two pieces for the body. To the left is tea stained (black tea), to the right is instant coffee stained. I think the tea stained looks a bit too red, I'm more for the coffee stained. ...and it smells good too! I'm trying green tea too, still soaking. It may be yellow-ish, it looks like that, but I'll have to wait until the fabric is dry to see the color.
Update: Here is the Green tea stained, compared to Black tea and Coffee
Green tea on ecru/cream fabric
I don't know if you can see it, it has a slight yellow-ish/green-ish tint.
Now I'm not sure which one to choose for her body; either coffee or green tea? I don't like the Black tea stain, it looks too red to me. Any opinion?
Pattern pieces are cut
There are a few items I need to purchase. I have an errand in Port Louis today, hopefully the craft store stocks what I need!
Update: Bummer! 'Of course' I didn't get what I need! I did get a few items but not all. Oh well, I'll try the craft store located in the neighbor town. Not a big deal if I don't get all the items, I'll work with what I have.
9 comments:
I remember the days of doll making and all the dyeing of fabrics.
I am sure you can substitute for what is needed if you can't get it. Good luck.
Looks like you're having a fun squirrel moment! I suspect using what you have to make her will work out just fine, and will make her your own.
Oh how exciting to start a new project! I adore dolls, Astrid. My Nanny was a doll maker and sold them throughout neighboring counties. As a child, I would love to visit her sewing room and watch the dolls in the making. You brought back such a fond memories. I cannot wait to follow your progress on her. It is so much fun to see how the fabrics dyed up. Hmmm... I am not sure which fabric I would choose. Hagatha is going to be precious. Enjoy your day. Hugs.
I think your Hagatha doll pattern is simply charming, Astrid:))) It should be fun to put together--I hope you can find/make whatever you need for this pattern.
She will be lovely with your witch x-stitchery in her lap:))) good luck!!
hugs, Julierose
Oooh, I can't wait to see this one done! I think you'll figure it out and make a great doll! Hagatha will be wonderful!
I have a lot of patterns that old too that I never started and will I ever use? Kind of doubtful now. I could have a rummage sale just on things I no longer want in my sewing room
I've never made dolls but Hagatha looks like a fun one. I hope you are able to procure everything you need to make her. Can't wait to see her when you are finished.
I would go with green tea... it will pair nicely with the black later on...
And you know, dear Astrid, I’m in the same boat as you—I’m almost always missing something, especially when it comes to fabric, so I have to improvise.
I wish you joy AND success.
I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you.
Hug Viola
Thank you, Viola! Green tea is my favorite too! It has that beautiful yellow-green-ish color I think will fit. No progress on Hagatha, I've been busy with other things. ...and I have to buy more green tea!
Post a Comment