Does the thought of constructing the head for your Polly Dolly fill you with dread! Well fear not my lovely as we now have a workshop specific for making the most perfect dolly’s head.
We have developed this one-day workshop and centred the tuition around how to firstly construct the head ball efficiently, attach the wadding and gauze and plump the face with additional stuffing, and then apply the linen threads for the most accurate sculpted placement. To finish we’ll add her cute little nose!
At the end of the day you’ll be taking home the most precise dolly head all ready for you to continue with your dolly making venture. And if you’d like to come back on another day to finish the body on your dolly, we can arrange that for you too.
This workshop is a hands-on step-by-step process and you’ll be able to replicate what’s been shown to you, having me right by your side to guide and advise.
There will be retail items available on the day for purchase with a 10% discount especially for you. Nice!
Workshop Timetable 10am – 3pm
Stuffing the pre-made polycotton head ball and sewing up the opening
Adding 3 layers of wadding and attaching the gauze
Forming the chin with additional stuffing
Sculpting the face and head shape with linen threads
Sewing over the ridge and lower neck edge
Making the rolled nose, gluing into place and shaping
We’ll be supplying for you:
The head pack which includes pre-made polycotton ball, gauze, linen and sewing threads, wadding, stuffing and elastic band.
Course notes and diagrams.
Certificate of Achievement issued on the day.
….. and last but not least, my expertise to guide you along.
What items you’ll need to bring along:
Sewing needles, doll needles, darning needle and pins.
Small scissors, tweezers and tape measure.
A note pad and pen, however full course notes are provided.
Any nibbles to see you through, refreshments are included.
Enthusiasm, excitement and a lust for learning from an expert doll maker!
During the workshop we’ll work through our comprehensive course notes.
Head Making – 1 Day Workshop – Various Locations
HAMPSHIRE – Southampton SO45 2LF ………. Saturday 28th March ………. Instructor Sherrill ……….Click here
MANCHESTER – Stalybridge SK15 2EH ………. Saturday 2nd May ………. Instructor Lesley ……….Click here
HAMPSHIRE – Southampton SO45 2LF ………. Friday 8th May May ………. Instructor Sherrill ……….Click here
HAMPSHIRE – Southampton SO45 2LF ………. Friday 31st July ………. Instructor Sherrill ……….Click here
HAMPSHIRE – Southampton SO45 2LF ………. Saturday 22nd August ………. Instructor Sherrill ……….Click here
LANCASHIRE – Chorley PR6 2AB ………. Dates to be confirmed ………. Instructor Lesley ………. Click here
So are you ready to reserve your place?
The workshop price for the 1 day is £150 A £50 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking and the balance of £100 will be due 2 weeks prior to the course start date.
There are very limited spaces on this course and once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Oh yeah, and don’t forget, if you click the Pay in 3 at the checkout your deposit will be spread over 3 monthly instalments – interest FREE!
Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Should you have any questions at all regarding my Head Making Workshop, then please do get in touch by email or phone…