The pannier as an element of women's fashion has a rich history going back to the 17th century. This style of dress became a symbol of luxury and elegance among French aristocrats, gaining popularity during the era of Queen Marie Antoinette. A pannier (from the French word "paniers", which means "baskets") was a dress with wide, voluminous skirts, creating the effect of a luxurious and majestic outfit. These skirts were supported by special ...

Mariko Kusumoto is a Japanese artist with a rare talent for creating amazing art objects made of textiles and metal that leave no viewer indifferent. Her works are not just decorative elements; they are whole worlds in which everyone can find something different, something personal and meaningful. Mariko Kusumoto was born in Japan, educated at the prestigious Art University of ...

We offer you to plunge into the world of macramé and create Angel Wings with your own hands according to the masterclass by Rox Shana. Macramé is an amazing art that captivates with its beauty and uniqueness. This ancient art of weaving knots appeared in ancient times and still does not cease to fascinate people with its elegance. Every year macramé is gaining more and more popularity, ...

July 2024 promises to be an eventful month for collectors, art lovers and festival-goers. Fairs and exhibitions invite visitors to explore the art. Here are a few events that may catch your attention. West Shore Art Fair 2024, 06 - 07 July 2024, Ludington, Michigan, USA West Shore Art Fair is one of the most significant events ...

The DailyDollNews choice for July was an interview with Yulia Veller, a member of the jury of the VI season of the Gaudir international virtual contest of author's dolls. Yulia Veller is the deputy head of the Art Doll Section of the Creative Union of Artists of DPI, winner of the "Pandora Platinum" award, 2 times winner of the international art doll competition "History of fashion". Her works decorate private collections in the USA, Europe and Russia, ...

Bob Quinn was born in 1948 and showed an interest in art from an early age. His journey began in the Irish advertising business where he had a long and successful career as a commercial artist and designer. During these years he ran a successful design and production company, which enabled him to accumulate a wealth of experience and knowledge of ...

The art of creating author dolls is a unique and exciting field in which talented artists realise their wildest fantasies and creative ideas. One such outstanding artist is Anna Abigail Brahms, whose work has been recognised and admired around the world. Anna Abigail Brahms was born with an innate affinity for art. She studied art history at the Jerusalem ...

In the world of puppetry, there are works that are not only pleasing to the eye, but also immerse the viewer in deep reflection, evoking a whole range of emotions. One such unique phenomenon is the work of the Namdakov family, who through their dolls tell us about the rich and multifaceted culture of the Buryat people. Their project "Ulger: Fairy Tales and Dreams" is more than that, ...

Today we have prepared for you some interesting and creative ideas for disposing of burned out light bulbs. These ideas will surely make you think: "To throw away or to keep?". The answer is obvious - leave them! In this article we will tell you how to turn old light bulbs into stylish and functional interior items. Before you start creating something new, you need to prepare the bulb. This includes ...

Vilma Goriunoviene, a talented artist from Lithuania, found her way to doll making almost by accident, but this hobby has become much more than just a hobby or a profession for her. Vilma Goriunoviene's path to puppetry began about 20 years ago when she studied ceramics at the Academy of Arts. It was there that she first tried working with plastic and ...