Tools & Materials for
Doll Making
On this page, you'll find all my favourite tools and materials that I use for doll making.
When you're just starting, it could be a little overwhelming - and quite expensive - buying everything at once. So I’ve gathered my favorite materials to make it easier for you. If you're an experienced doll maker, I hope you'll discover something new!
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Clay
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Sculpting Tools
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Carving Tools
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Painting Supplies
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Brushes
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Varnish
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Sewing Supplies
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Decor
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Hair
CLAY
The most important ingredient! I work with air-dry clays only. Three choices I use constantly - each with their own character and strengths.
SCULPTING TOOLS
A few good and comfortable sculpting tools will be more than enough to create beautiful dolls.
CARVING TOOLS
Air-dry clays are so easy to carve. A sharp scalpel and carving tools will elevate your sculpting.
PAINTING SUPPLIES
Watercolours, pastels, and acrylics - knowing which materials fit which technique will save you time and money.
BRUSHES
A variety of good brushes is as important as sculpting tools. Use them for detailing and blushing!
PRIMER & VARNISH
Spray matt varnish to secure your work. Gloss to highlight lips and eyes beautifully.
SEWING SUPPLIES
Intricate costumes, plush dolls, artistic garments - sewing became central to my doll-making journey very early on.
DECOR
Bead embroidery, decorative metal pieces - I see each doll as a piece of art with intricate details to discover.
HAIR
Natural fibres only. Fine and silky hair is so pleasant to touch - and looks incredible on a finished doll.