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 ...

On 10-11 February 2024, Milan opened its doors to miniature enthusiasts and masters, hosting the annual MiniaturItalia 2024 exhibition and fair. This eighteenth edition of the event brought together talented craftsmen and artists from all over the world to present their miniature creations. At the exhibition, guests were able to immerse themselves in the mesmerising world of miniature tableware and culinary creations on a scale of ....

Kelley C Jones is a talented artist and creator of unique mechanical author toys that have captured the hearts of art lovers around the world. Her work has no deep meaning or hidden agenda, but is a reflection of her need to laugh and be fun. Her fascination with kinetics and automata has led her to add moving elements to her creations, thus creating fascinating interactive objects. ....

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 ...

A chatelaine is a piece of jewellery in the form of a chain that is attached to a belt or pocket and serves to store various small items: keys, wallet, pocket watch, scissors etc. Chatelets were especially popular in the XVIII-XIX centuries and were considered a stylish and practical accessory. Nowadays they have regained popularity, becoming not only a piece of jewellery, but also a bright ...

DailyDollNews' January selection was an interview with Olga Lakhina, executive director of the Art of Dolls exhibition. Olga Lakhina is the organiser of the exhibitions "Time of Dolls", "Kraft Bazaar" in St. Petersburg and co-organiser of the exhibition "The Art of Dolls" together with Lana Letta and Irina Myzina. She is passionate about dolls, travelling and volunteering. Her work brings joy and benefit to many people. How did the idea come ...

A recipe for creating rust for art projects. To complete their project and create a memorable image, puppet masters have to resort to the most unexpected solutions. They may use unusual materials or experiment with different techniques. One such solution may be to create a rust effect on the objects in the overall composition of the project. This requires not only technical skills, but also ...

Timberland's oak tree logo has deep historical roots. It symbolises generational continuity, as the brand's founder, Nathan Schwartz, together with his sons turned the company into a family business. This emphasises their commitment to producing high quality shoes that will last for years to come. Nathan Schwartz (left) with his son Sidney Schwartz (right) One of Timberland's key achievements ...

Lora Soling is an artist and doll maker from the United States. She has a BA in Museum Printmaking and the School of Fine Arts in Boston, and has trained as a fashion and fashion designer in Boston and San Francisco. Lora Soling grew up in a family of collectors, spent a lot of time scouring antique shops, and lived in a family that aesthetically honoured the past. Surrounded by ...