This masterclass will allow you to make a graceful Thistle talisman brooch. The thistle, known for its prickly appearance, embodies defiance, asceticism and toughness. In Christianity, its thorns represent the suffering of Christ, and the plant with its white-spotted leaves is associated with the milk of the Virgin Mary. In many cultures around the world, thistle is considered a powerful amulet to ward off evil spirits. On Christmas Eve, our ...

March 2024 will be a month of exciting exhibitions and fairs dedicated to creativity and innovative solutions. Here are a few notable events to look out for: Grenoble Festival of Creative Leisure in Grenoble, France (14-17 March) The exhibition will take place at Alpexpo and will be a new meeting point for creative leisure enthusiasts and anyone who wants to learn about the latest trends in ....

Burgarella dolls were born in 1926 in Italy, thanks to the amazing tandem of entrepreneur Gaspare Burgarella and talented artist Ferdinando Stracuzzi. The Burgarella factory was located in Rome and produced a limited number of unique and expensive dolls. The distinctive feature of Burgarella dolls was their eyes. Ferdinando Stracuzzi, personally painted each doll, using nine shades of colours just for the eyes. Such ...

Luella Mossom, born and raised in the picturesque town of Hartbeespoort in South Africa, has left an indelible mark on the art of creating unique dolls. Her creative journey began in 1986 when she became interested in doll making and purchased a clay kiln. Initially she created original dolls from industrial plasticine, but soon realised that her calling was to create unique ....

Tony Fredriksson's creative history began with a passion for modelling with plasticine as a child. He created his own little worlds full of fantasy and imagination. Subsequently, Tony Fredriksson was successfully engaged in commercial art and created many bronze sculptures, which became a decoration of various corners of the planet. In 2007, Tony Fredriksson was fascinated by the bizarre shapes of a discarded piece of wood and saw the ...

Lunéville embroidery is a refined technique that dates back to the 17th century. Originating in the town of Luneville in France, the former residence of the Dukes of Lorraine, it was named after its birthplace. Under the patronage of the ducal court in Luneville gathered talented embroiderers who created exquisite masterpieces, glorifying the city with their fine work. This technique acquired a special status, becoming ...

National costumes have always been a rich source of inspiration for doll authors. The variety of styles, colours and patterns allows artists to create unique and memorable works of art. Dolls in national costumes are not only beautiful, but also carry rich cultural information. They can tell about the traditions, customs and history of the people to whom they belong. The Khalkha people living in Mongolia, ...

We present you the secrets of the process of creating an author's doll from the master Lu Ann. Hair implantation when creating an author's portrait doll is a labour-intensive but very effective process. It allows you to achieve an incredibly realistic look of the finished work. For hair implantation you can use both natural human hair and animal hair. The main thing is that they should be natural. Bake the doll with ...

Peter Kiss is a talented Canadian artist who has become known for his unique mixed media sculptures. His work is an original combination of wood, metal, stone and various everyday objects. Peter Kiss was born and raised in Vancouver. He has two undergraduate degrees, in zoology and architecture. Since the early 1990s, however, he has decided to devote ...

Dutch dolls, or Peg wooden dolls, originated in South Tyrol in the picturesque Alps. These simple dolls, lathe-carved from local cedar pine, appeared during the Borocco era, when the demand for Christmas creches increased dramatically. The dolls had a simple design and a smooth surface that was ideal for painting. Dutch dolls could be as simple, ...