But I've had Vintage Circus on the brain lately, in many forms. And I discovered a small cache of antique jump-rope handles. What's a girl to do but make dolls, right? They're all different but similar...since there are only six of them--I don't plan to scour the world for antique jump-rope handles to make MORE--I guess you could call this a very limited edition. The last two dolls I made from tiny blocks, but they're still clowny.
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Now, maybe that I've finished these dolls and posted their pictures, I will no longer hear that song in my head. I'm not holding out much hope, however, because I also plan a (short) line of little stuffed clowns inspired by the plastic faced, cloth body dolls of the 40's. I had so much fun finding polka dotted fabric!
Oh well. Send in the clowns...there ought to be...clowns.
You are so creative! They are absolutely darling.
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic! I love them all. Thanks a lot Jan, I just got rid of the Addams family tune and now I have Send in the Clowns. :0}
ReplyDeleteWasn't that evil of me? Teehee! I didn't want to suffer alone. :~D
DeleteAll of the dolls are great. Love the painted faces.
ReplyDeleteAdorable Jan, I bet you have fun making them too!
ReplyDeleteI did have fun making them! It's always fun to start sculpting and see who turns up.
DeleteI loved all, but Clowns!!!!.... so darling , vintage look!
ReplyDeleteI love all of them. Your work just gets better and better. I especially adore both of the dolls with the aqua blue bodies. :)
ReplyDeleteHope you're keeping cool! xox
They are all amazing:) I love them.
ReplyDeleteBesides being one of my all-time-favorite songs... "me here at last on the ground, you in mid-air..." Your clowns surpass any expectations of the "vintage circus" theme! Each one uniquely crafted...I'm drawn to the first clown (standing, blue & red) and the last post....sitting and looking as happy as could be! Delightful work Jan! Daryle
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