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[Afke]

I never posted my non Elfquest things here before, because I figured people would find me on other platforms if they were interested anyway. But I'm just really really proud of this little doll I made, I just need to share!

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bflgmdehw7C/?taken-by=afke11

My very first posable doll, real trial and error it has been!
And yes, I mostly post on instagram these days. Real easy to share some work in progress pictures there.

[Czarine]

Ohhhh it's so adorable! How did you make the joints? I'm passionate about posable dolls too, even though I don't own any. An EQ doll would be awesome, it would make drawing difficult angles so much easier!

[Afke]

Thanks, Czarine!
I used pipe-cleaners (the hobby kind), but they're no good. I already broke one of her elbows. I'm following a posable doll art group on FB, and there was a post about what kind of wire to use, but unfortunately I read that after I already made the fluffy body. But it's okay; doesn't look like the arm can come off, since I've got things glued and sewn together, and every step was a learning process anyway.
On to more!

[Czarine]

I'd really like to see progress images if you make more! Doll-making has always interested me.

[Afke]

I use instagram for work in progress pictures, so once I start another one, you'll know when you see them appear there.
You can view the wip's of this doll there as well: https://www.instagram.com/afke11/ (If you use the app, you can also see some more process shots on my profile if you tap the highlight that says Mini-Sia).
Once I take proper pictures of the end result, those go up on deviantart.

I'm finding more and more dollmakers on ig as well, though most make more plushie things with a clay face. So inspirational to see! I just finally had to try one myself.

[Maggie]

You're so talented! I can't wait to see more dolls. I've always loved handmade dolls.

[Treefox]

Amazing! What a wonderful result! You are so talented indeed.
Also hope you do more and share the creative process.