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Doll Crafts - by Laurie Carlson (Paperback)

Doll Crafts - by  Laurie Carlson (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This easy-to-follow activity book is packed with more than 50 projects and a dozen patterns that use inexpensive, everyday, even recycled materials to help readers create clever paper dolls, simple folk art dolls, soft cuddle pals, and more. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Dive into the wonderful and creative world of doll arts and crafts with this easy-to-follow activity book packed with over 50 projects and a dozen patterns. Using inexpensive, everyday, even recycled materials, you'll make clever paper dolls, simple folk art dolls, soft cuddle pals, or 18-inch felt dolls, as well as cute and easy doll clothing, accessories, and basic houses. <i>C</i>lear instructions and illustrations guide you as you learn to: make and paint a cloth doll, recycle and refresh an old doll; make simple, silly dolls from spoons, yarn, sticks, and more; make a dollhouse you can fold up and tuck under your bed; and much more! <p/>Along the way you'll learn fascinating doll facts and history, such as dolls' roles in various cultures and religions, the history of action figures, and the tradition behind scarecrows. Fun for younger girls and boys to explore with a caregiver or older kids to work through alone, <i>Doll Crafts</i> belongs in any craft-loving kid's home or classroom. <br><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"<i>Doll Crafts</i> is enthusiastically and unreservedly recommended."--<i>Midwest Book Review</i><br><br>"I wish I had had this book when I was little."--<i>Cracking the Cover</i><br><br>"Carlson provides a straightforward introduction to creating dolls..."--<i>Publishers Weekly</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Laurie Carlson</b> is the author of over 20 nonfiction books for children and adults, including <i>Knit, Hook, and Spin</i>, <i>Colonial Kids</i>, <i>More than Moccasins</i>, and others. A former professional doll artist, her work has been featured in several doll magazines and shows. She currently writes, paints, and crafts in her home on the Oregon coast. Visit her online at https: //lauriecarlsonart.wordpress.com. <br>

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