Monday, May 2, 2011

Tree Topper Doll

This has been a good year for catch-up.  I have been completing many projects that were put on the back burner last year because of moving and a new baby.  The most recent project I have completed is Leta Benedict's Tree Topper.  This doll is made with no legs but has a way to attach the doll to a tree or her stand.
I have significantly changed the costuming of the original pattern and added wings.  Her costume is an amalgamation of Medieval and Renaissance elements made from silk, velvet and bits if lace and trim.  I have also beaded a crown over hair made of soy roving.  All of her costuming is hand sewn.  I haven't decided what she will hold in her hands yet and welcome suggestions.  I hope she will become and heirloom of our family's holiday decorations.

3 comments:

Judi W. said...

She's just lovely!

Tami @ Lemon Tree Tales said...

Pretty choice of fabrics and embellishments!

judy Skeel said...

What a beautiful doll - I just love her face! The hair and costume all flow together to create a lovely doll.