My copy of Barbara Willis' new book Cloth Doll Artistry arrived the other week. Since then I've been looking at every page in delight. Quarry Books did a fantastic job of presenting Barbara's Victorian Parisian flea market style from showing her dolls to photographing the basic supplies needed for each project. There are three dolls complete with pattern pieces and instructions. The first is a sweet "paper" doll. The word paper is in quotes because that's just the beginning. Barbara layers her dolls with luscious fabrics, trims, laces and findings. The other two dolls are 3-D cloth dolls; one with a flat face and the other one with Barbara's trademark knit fabric sculpted face.
I've been fortunate to take two classes from Barbara in person (here and here) and those sculpted face instructions are just as clear as if Barbara was in your studio gently guiding you along. In addition to all those goodies there are gallery guest artists showcasing how they've interpreted Barbara's patterns. Another must have for your doll making library.
