There is something very fun about a doll with moveable joints. All the while that I’ve been sewing on clothing, Arabella has been playfully posing and being the imp. Even the photo shoot was fun. She’s my favorite of the jointed doll series so far.
I was able to dig deep into my stash to find all the fabrics and trims. Even the wings were already stitched. They are free-motion embroidered leaves made years ago and waiting for that special project. I love making a doll without having to buy anything new and just using what I have.
playfulstitching 
Wow, she is so expressive. I would say it’s because she’s fully jointed, but I think it’s also something in her face. She’s amazing.
I guess it was worth the three heads and four faces that I made before I got it right!
I don’t know what the others looked like, but the finished product is perfect.
I gave them all to Carol, so you may be seeing them sometime.
She’s beautiful! Looks like she has a story to tell….
They all have stories lurking in the back of my mind. If I were a writer, I’d put them to paper.
She does look rather the minx – what fun to have her overseeing your work!
What a wonderful way to look at it. She was overseeing all the stitching that was done to her!
I love this doll. Making a doll is on my very long to-do-list.
My to-do list also knows no bounds.
I love your new doll. I agree that jointed dolls are very expressive but the beauty is always in the face.
Thank you.
She really had great expression! Let me know when the pattern is ready!! We’ll offer it on Doll Street!
That would be a great idea.
Dear Lucy, I so admire this jointed doll you’ve developed. Will you be offering a pattern or a class? I would buy a pattern or take a class with you to learn this doll and to see how you needle sculpt the face and get those wonderful hands.
Connie Turner
I’m planning a pattern, but thinking about a class too. The trick to the tiny hands in very accurate sewing, careful trimming, and the right fabric.
Awesome! I definately want the pattern! I love the way you costumed her!
Lovely doll, I too would be interested in a pattern/class. Had a great time looking around the blog as well. You do great work.
Lovely doll:)
She’s absolutely stunning! I really like the way you’ve dressed her hair…
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