Dolly getting ready Gallery .
Originally it was suggested by Doll experts that a replacement head was obtained.
I couldn't do that. So here are the photographs of the, how shall we put it,
'the beauty salon visit'.
The repairs took longer than we realised as the head was under pressure and
wouldn't re-align. The finishing paint was accurately matched even though my
pictures may show a slight difference, mainly due to the differences in lighting
when I was taking them. Not wishing to take away any age related blemishes,
knocks or marks that may have provoked certain memories was very difficult
but I think this was eventually achieved.
It has certainly been an experience and pleasure working on "Dolly Black",
however I think I will be sticking to making bears in the future.
The pressure of bringing her back to life for someone who has known her
for 60+years was amazing.
But I really enjoyed the, (if a little tearfull), re-union of a now grown up
little girl with her Dolly.
Danni.
If you click on the 1st picture it will open up and then you can view all the
pictures full size.