A woman in my Guild has made a few poseable mannequins for use at our Holiday Sale. I asked if she’d make one for me, and she was happy to do so. Although I don’t generally name my cars, looms, or other inanimate objects, occasionally I do. Dolly has a name. In my head this was the wooden lady. That quickly turned into Lady Jane. Here’s her debut in my newest jacket. A combination of cotton and rayon with a black weft, I’m happy with the odd texture of that novelty yarn.
Lady Jane can rock the mobi, too. The cranberry weft adds an appealing red tint to the whole piece.
She can even wear a big cowl, although it’s not perfect.
Here are the same pieces shown before Jane arrived.
That last pic is the definition of conehead, eh?
Which photos do you like better? Which show the pieces off to their benefit?
I will bring Jane to the show later this month, although that may mean I need to lose one more table. Since I have less stock, that may be just fine. Win-win? I think so.
What a difference a Dolly makes!!
Good job!
What a great idea! Jane really makes your handwovens stand out.
Thanks, Tobie! Another win!
I would also love a pattern for “Lady Jane”. She is lovely.
It’ll take me some time to make a pattern, Patti, as I’m weaving as fast as I can right now to get ready for my next show. You may need to remind me.
Lady Jane !!!
You’ll get to meet her in person soon. 🙂
I love Lady Jane. Sure wish your friend lived near me so I could buy one too. The photos are great on her. I like the black bust too. The pix on hangers are nice but Lady Jane really shows off your pieces at their best.
Thanks for the input, Cindie. It doesn’t look hard to make her if you have the pattern, a jigsaw, drill, and sanding paper. I could trace the pieces on paper for you.
Peg, if you and your friend who made Lady Jane don’t mind I’d love to have a tracing of the pieces. No rush at all as I have no time for quite a while to make one. But no worries if it’s too much trouble or she doesn’t want to share – I could come up with something similar.