Doll Making

A dollhouse is filled with miniature representations of regular objects, for example, chairs, tables and other things found in a home. You can make miniature representations of any object for the…

Interacting with a puppet can be effective for a wide range of reasons, from education to entertainment. Creating a puppet with your own hands can heighten how you experience and enjoy it. Protean by…

Elementary schools often implement a goofy or silly sock day for fundraisers, spirit days or class competitions. While it's easy for your child to just wear a pair of mismatched socks, make the…

Whether you prefer yours to be directly from the cob, candied or boiled, corn and its kernels can make for a striking image background, seasonal avatar or graphic. Use Adobe Photoshop to create your…

A Nettie doll is a simple doll made from strips of rags and string. Authentic Nettie dolls use a wide variety of different patterned strips, rather than strips from just one fabric, but you can use…

Armadillos, whose name means "little armored one" in Spanish, are mammals native to North and South America. About 20 different species are found in the wild, including the common…

Vintage and antique toys and dolls of the past can be one of today's hottest collectible items. Imagine if you had known 60 years ago that the dolls you were playing with might be worth thousands of…

Yorkshire terrier -- or Yorkie -- puppies are small dogs that weigh up to 7 pounds. A Yorkie puppy's coat is long and silky with tan, black and gray fur; generally, the black and gray colors cover the…

Large puppet heads make an impact in a theatrical production or a carnival parade. Making a big puppet head -- large enough for the puppeteer to wear -- is almost as simple making a hand puppet head.…

Fondant is a special form of icing used by cake decorators and hobbyists to create unique effects. Ordinary icing is versatile, but creating elaborate designs with piping bags and multiple tips…

Puppeteers use puppets with articulated eyes for greater animation and expression. Articulated -- or moveable -- eyes for a hand puppet are made using basic mechanical skills, and the eyes are…

The word “yakitori” in Japanese means grilled poultry. The dish called yakitori refers to skewers of small pieces of marinated chicken grilled over charcoal. It is popular in Japan to…

Give your hand puppet major personality with a big, talking mouth. Hand-puppet mouths are typically made with felt and when put together well, they will thrill and entertain kids for hours. You might…

Children of all ages enjoy nurturing stuffed animals and baby dolls. What better way to take care of a favorite doll than to give her a personalized crib. While you can purchase small wooden cribs,…

An impromptu puppet show is a way to pass the time on a weekend afternoon. Kids can be reduced to giggles by watching hand puppets, especially when the puppets are supposed to be people. Fortunately…

Even the dirtiest socks should come out soft from the washing machine and dryer. Hard, crusty socks occur when either the soil isn't completely removed during laundering or when hard water causes a…

Frogs are a common theme in children’s books and toys, so they make a pleasant puppet choice. You can simplify the shape of the frog to make it turn into a puppet easily. Felt is a soft fabric…

An armature is a structure over which clay, plaster or papier mache is molded to create a three-dimensional sculpture. The heavier the sculpture medium, the stronger the armature must be to sustain…

A sock monkey is a small doll made from old socks. Although socks for this project need to be hole-free, this is a great use for socks that have lost their mates. A sock monkey makes a fun toy for a…

Even novice sewers can create a beautiful dress for a little girl that has an iridescent bodice and a billowing tulle skirt. In this design, the bodice is made with a stretchy fabric and an elastic…

Design a plush owl puppet using craft felt for a handmade toy that will be loved for years by a child. Use the image of an actual owl for reference, such as the bright white snowy owl, or copy a…

Felt is a great fabric for making finger puppets. Soft and easy to work with, it is also strong and able to deal with wear and tear. Make felt puppets for your children to play with, for puppet shows…

Recycle your old three-ring binders and create a diorama for Barbie and her friends. Whether you are looking for a permanent backdrop for your Barbie doll display, or a convenient, portable play…

"LittleBigPlanet" is a game for the Playstation 3 gaming console. "LittleBigPlanet" won game of the year in 2009 and allows users to create different worlds within the game. If you…

There are many ways to recycle old tube socks, but making a can koozie may be one of the simplest and most useful. In just a few steps, you can save a worn-out piece of clothing and keep your drink…

Making your own doll wardrobes saves money and allows you to custom fit and design your doll's clothes for your specific preferences. Instead of throwing out old, worn or stained clothing, use the…

A creative Styrofoam doll is a simple construct that can provide hours of entertainment to someone with imagination. Even if you don’t play with the dolls, they can sit on your shelves as…

You can make a doll, complete with a face, by using yarn. Use craft scraps such as buttons, fabric and the yarn from previous projects to make new creations. Include elementary school age or older…

A cloth glove creates a comfortable turtle hand puppet. Adding a handmade shell and hand-drawn details creates a natural or cartoon-style turtle. A turtle hand puppet serves as an educational tool and…

A standing puppet is supported by a series of strings that are manipulated by the puppet master. To be able to both support and maneuver the puppet correctly, arrange the strings on a crisscrossed set…

There are a surprising number of reasons why you might need to make a dress for an egg. Elaborate Easter decorations may evolve past abstract designs or simple patterns. High school students…

A werewolf, also referred to as a lycanthrope, is a mythical creature that can transform from a human to a wolf when there is a full moon. Often used in fables or myths, a werewolf is a popular…

Low-cut socks can keep your feet warm on a chilly night and protect you from blisters during a run. But with a bit of creativity, they can also keep your kids occupied during playtime. Whether you're…

Fashion a hand-held felt puppet after the king of the jungle to add to your menagerie of wild animal performers. The soft felt material used for the puppet is gentle on delicate skin, and the design…

Making miniatures can be a rewarding hobby, and if you enjoy dollhouses or know a child who plays with dolls, you may enjoy making doll-sized furniture. Some types of furniture can be quite…

Marker stains on a child's favorite baby doll can quickly turn into a crisis. While some markers, including water color markers, are washable, they may be a challenge to remove from the surface of the…

Whether a doll's clothes are making a mess, or you want a new accessory for a doll house, you can make a doll's coat rack relatively easily. A miniature coat rack can organize a doll's clothes to…

A diorama illustrates a three-dimensional scene. They're typically made inside a box placed on its side. The inner walls of the shoebox depict the background and objects and dolls can be placed inside…

Amelia Earhart was a female pioneer in the field of aviation. In 1932 she became the first woman to make a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Before her tragic disappearance in 1937, she…

Use up that unused skein of yarn to make a doll that requires no sewing. Fill the head using a Styrofoam ball to provide the doll with support and structure. Customize the yarn doll using multiple…

Paper-mache is a simple yet versatile crafting material that you can use to create any number of interesting dolls. With paper-mache, you can create traditional dolls, puppets, and nesting dolls. Your…

A Waldorf doll is a handmade doll made in the tradition of the Waldorf style. Popularized because of its use in Waldorf education, the Waldorf style of doll uses natural materials such as wool and…

You've finally created a realistic dollhouse, but something is missing. Your dollhouse sits vacant and undecorated without furniture. Fill that dollhouse with your own wooden dollhouse miniatures. It…

The only thing cuter than a sock monkey is a kid wearing a sock monkey hat. The original sock monkeys were made out of knit socks, but their pattern can easily be adapted for crochet. While any child…

This "interesting" coat rack, designed by Natasha for a Design Sponge DIY contest, is made from the dismembered limbs of a baby doll. If your baby doll has outlived its usefulness, save it…

Make felt hair for your felt, rag, fabric or knitted dolls. These dolls are great for newborn babies, as they are nice to cuddle but have no choking hazards. Felt dolls can also be used as ornaments,…

Every doll needs an outfit and, for baby dolls, onesies are a realistic option. If your child's doll needs a new outfit, making your own onesie can be a great way to customize the look of the doll's…

Tricorn hats are synonymous with pirates. If you are crafting a pirate puppet, or would like to make some new costumes for your existing puppets, you can make a pirate costume from household items.…

It's easy to make a visually attractive custom wooden doll hammock to store and organize your dolls. Make the hammock look realistic by using a combination of wood and nylon netting. Dolls are not too…

Porcelain enamel is a glass-based coating that is fused at very high temperatures to steel. Porcelainized steel resists high temperatures, corrosion and abrasion, and it enhances the appearance of…