Mini Clay Kit – Tips and tricks
Mini Clay Kits by dollworld Dollworld Mini Clay Kits Tips and Tricks We are so glad to see you are giving one of our mini clay kits a go. These kits are lots of fun and come with all the clay and instructions you need to make your own. If you don’t have one yet you can get yours here. And don’t forget to check back now and then as we are always adding more kits! Here are some extra tips to help you make your little creation. Conditioning the clay. This is one of the most...
Read MoreHand Armature
Making a hand using a hand armature Using a hand armature is completely optional. I tend to find myself using them mostly when the hand needs extra strength, such as they are holding something. But to be honest although its an extra bit of work to use one, I do find they force me to create a better looking hand than when I don’t use one. So if you want to have one then this is one way to achieve it. In the tutorial below I am working with a pre-made hand armature. If you haven’t got...
Read MoreFairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 3
Fairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 3 << Part 1 | << Part 2 Blushing the sculpture When you doll is all completed and you are happy with everything it’s time to blush. Mix some Genesis flesh, red and white together to get a nice reddish fleshy tone then apply to the feet, knees, leg bend, thigh lines, belly button, ribs, side crease, under breasts, nipples, collarbone, arm creases, fingers, palms, back line, and butt. Work the blush into those areas and then smooth...
Read MoreFairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 2
Fairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 2 << Part 1 | Part 3 >> Painting the face At this point I like to paint the face, but if you prefer you can leave it till you do the body paint. The style of paining is up to you – make it subtle or make it strong like a pin-up doll, but either way you will achieve a nicer result if you slowly build up the layers. You can also bake it for 5min between layers to help set the bottom layer before adding more colour. There are lots of...
Read MoreFairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 1
Fairy #30 Start to Finish Tutorial – Part 1 Part 2 >> | Part 3 >> . This tutorial replaced Fairy #16 tutorial, it is the same pose but done with some different techniques that I now follow. If you have a need to see the old tutorial you are welcome to email me. You may wish to download the 3D pdf file of the pose by clicking here. This is a great reference to ensure you have all your angles and proportions right Kits and with printed instructions and supplies can be purchased...
Read MoreUsing A Dollworld Fairy Pressmould
Using A Dollworld Fairy Pressmould Tutorial If you have purchased one of our fairy/doll moulds please see below for a bunch of tips and tricks to help you make your doll. If you would like to purchase one please click here for available moulds which come standalone or in kit form. To view all the pictures for this tutorial please view this gallery. This includes many photos not shown on this page I hope you enjoy this tutorial and if you have any questions you can contact us. Table of...
Read MoreBuilding hands and feet over an armature
Hand & Feet Armature Tutorial This tutorial will guide you through the process of creating armatures for your hands and feet. Tiny little hands and weak ankles are very easy to break, so this tutorial is created to help protect those fragile areas and give strength and durability to your sculpture. These hands were designed for a doll around 6.2 inches tall, if your doll is bigger then just enlarge the measurements to suit. I hope you enjoy this tutorial and if you have any questions you...
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