One of the most inventive figures in today's fiber arts, Bailey has developed a way for virtually anyone to break through to his or her innermost self. By using a basic doll pattern and playing with its size, shape, hair, and attire, amateurs and pros alike will produce endlessly imaginative creations.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must-own for the NOT-cute dollmaker,
By Aisling D'Art "artist and author" (Portsmouth, NH USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Mother Plays With Dolls ... and Finds an Important Key to Unlocking Creativity (Paperback)
Not everyone will enjoy this book. If "cute" is the highest praise you can imagine for your art, then maybe you should look elsewhere. However, if you like challenges, art that makes you think (about yourself and life), and fabulous, fascinating artistic expressions, this book is a must-own. Rich, insightful text, and full-color examples of cloth dolls by a variety of well-known fabric artists. Best of all, a copy of the pattern that all of the dollmakers used for their work. If I had only three books on my bookshelf, this would be one of them. I don't re-read it weekly or anything, but there are times when I need this inspiration, desperately! At least ask your public library for it. It's that good.
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
More than just a craft book,
By A Customer
This review is from: Mother Plays With Dolls ... and Finds an Important Key to Unlocking Creativity (Paperback)
elinor's book wasn't meant to be a pattern book, rather a book that gives you the permission to submit to the creativity that may dwell in us but that most of us suppress while we live the tedium. Her creative writing and search for self is incredibly inspirational using the method of playing with dolls as therapy for alot of women, in particular, who may feel that they contribute little. I really enjoyed the profound thoughts and poems by a remarkable individual who obviously relishes in the unique qualities we all have as women.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not your typical "doll" book...,
By A Customer
This review is from: Mother Plays With Dolls ... and Finds an Important Key to Unlocking Creativity (Paperback)
elinor's philosphy on life, family and doll making comes through making this an entertaining and uplifting book on creativity and life in general. I re-read it periodically when I feel the need for reassurance that it's okay to indulge in my version of play...The dolls made by the guest artists are very interesting - especially as some have changed their style dramatically since this book was published. Thank you elinor, keep up the good work!
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