ABOUT

ABOUT THE DOLLS

I am not going to pretend I came up with this idea, but I fell in love with it. I love making these dolls look more like real little girls, with their own expressions and personalities… becoming their personal hairdresser, stylist and a tailor (or maybe I say all that just to cover up the fact I like to play with dolls, lol). But it’s lovely to see how they “come to life” under my hands, each unique!

I do not buy new dolls to restyle, they are all second-hand. They all have a story and I think it’s great giving them “a new life” without tons of makeup and exaggerated features. Just making them look fun and kind. A doll I would have loved to have a small girl.

It does take time and patience restyling them, but I love doing it. I do use as much recycled/second-hand materials as I can in the process, except for the shoes that are made from a toy safe grade silicon – I wanted them to be washable and last (however, not recommended to put in a mouth). I would recommend these dolls for age 7 and above.

ABOUT ME

My name is Jana Forsyth. I am originally from Prague, Czech Republic, but I have lived and created in Wiltshire since Spring 2013 and consider it my home now.

Art and I have a long history together! My background has always been in art and design. My main passion is oil painting of any subject, but I love doing anything creative. You can check out my main art website as well or have a look at my silk scarves

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