October 21, 2011

Art Doll Swap #2...Professor Owlington

looking rather dapper, Professor Owlington will be flying international tomorrow to his new home

he began as a simple form...a plain calico doll blank, from there he evolved


his eyes are metal buttons, swarovski crystals inbedded in hot glue and all backed with Prima printed flowers.

his colouring comes from Lumiere paint, Lindy's Stamp Gang Moonshadow Mist and a black Sharpie fabric marker


Swarovski bling on his spats...because all the most fashionable owls are wearing them like that


his cape is from a samples book of haberdashery fabrics that I found at a salvage yard

his replica eyeglass and silver plated chain add real charm. His texture comes from...PVA...yup woodwork glue!
The lovely little bow and pearl are from a chocolate Easter rabbit...I knew they would come in handy



I am currently hosting two swaps on Facebook...one is an apron swap and the other is art dolls. The art doll swap is now on to our second theme..."the animal in me", I chose an owl because I feel that I have had so many experiences the last few months that I have become so much more wiser than I was before. This doll is Professor Owlington...and I am so happy with how he has turned out, I really hope my swap buddy likes him.

6 comments:

Trish Latimer said...

Linda that is fabulous!!!!!!
LOVE him!!!

Sheeprustler said...

He is amazing! And thank you for giving so much details about ... well, the details, as they are lovely and interesting.

Cindy Is Crafty said...

How awesome!!!! It is a great owl!

Joanne Huffman said...

He's delightful!

Anonymous said...

Absolutely adore Mr Owlington..so clever, so talented, so WISE..lol I'm sure your swap buddy will be thrilled.
regards
Julia -Karratha NW Australia

Vicky said...

He's gorgeous! :)