Create a Healing Spirit Art Doll

Welcome to How to Create Your Own Healing Spirit Doll. This class is a combination of art therapy and mixed media doll making. Please invite your muse  and imagination to participate. 

Lecture 1 is an introduction with basic information on creating your very own Spirit Doll. I have provided a list of supplies along with several ideas for you to think about before starting your project. Please take the time to read each PDF before watching the videos. It is best to watch the videos in order. 

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Enjoy!

jeanie

This class was recorded in 2014. Since then, the Planet Calamari Art & Publishing website has transformed to NatureRealmPortal.com  thank you jeanie

Recommended Supply & Tool List

Please use what you have available. All these will be discussed in each video section and PDF. Please try to use found objects and recycle as much as you can making this doll. No need to run out and buy lots of stuff!

Branches, Sticks, Twigs

Moss

Feathers

Acorns, Pinecones, Treasures from Nature

Sea Shells

Beads, Stone Beads

Charms, Trinkets, Recycled Jewelry

Fabric, Ribbon, Lace, Threads

Artistic Wire – non-tarnish any color you like. 24 Gauge is what I like to use.

Findings such headpins, jump rings

Glitter

Paper Clay, or Fimo, or Sculpey to make faces

Or you can purchase already made faces online at https://shop.planetcalamari.com

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Glue E-6000 or 527

Glue Gun with glue sticks

Scissors

Needle-nose pliers

Wire cutters

Round-nose pliers

Needle & Thread

Pins

Most important – please bring your imagination!

Copyright 2014 jeanie mossa            www.planetcalamari.com

Setting Your Intention

Each Spirit Doll has its own personality and, I believe, “spirit”. Before starting each doll, I like to do a little meditation on what emotion, theme or wish I have for it.

Perhaps this doll will represent healing either on a physical level or emotional. Or
perhaps forgiveness, prosperity, abundance, compassion, happiness, joy, peace of
mind or love. In a way -  creating your own art doll is a form of art therapy.

This short video and PDF is a guide on how to set your intention. This is not mandatory to create your doll and you may skip this section as it is not required. 

Lecture # - How to Select Sticks and Branches for Your Spirit Doll

A simple guide with ideas on how to collect sticks, branches and twigs to create your doll. Take a walk through the woods, your favorite park or nature preserve. Bring your imagination!

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Making Clay Faces part one is an introduction with creative ideas to think about before actually creating the faces. Parts 2 & 3 go into detail of how to use the paper clay and molds. 

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This video shows how to use the Paper Clay and the molds while making your faces. Please note: The video caption is Part Two- however it is really Part One - there is not Part Two!

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Lecture 5 - Painting Your Clay Faces will give you ideas on how to paint the paper clay faces you made. We will discuss various types of paint and materials that you can use.

Adorning Your Paper Clay Faces

In this video you will be given ideas on how to decorate your clay faces with various types of beads, shells, feathers, baubles, recycled trinkets and more. Use your imagination!

In the first two videos, you will learn how to create a body for your Spirit Doll, using branches, sticks or twigs. The third video will show how to create a doll using BBQ skewers. Once again- use your imagination!

How to use skewers to create your Spirit Doll's body.

In this video you will be shown several ideas on how to dress your doll. Take time to roam through thrift shops to find lace, fabrics, tassels and fringe. Recycle old clothing, tablecloths, and jewelry to give your doll a unique look. The possibilities are endless. Please download the PDF which has several photos of finished dolls.

In this video you will learn how to attach the paper clay faces to the body of your doll. Make sure to download the PDF which has photos and info as well. 

In this last video you will be given creative ideas on how to add finishing touches to your Spirit Doll using beads, found trinkets, lace, feathers, shells and more. Have fun and use your imagination! 

Please download the PDF which has several photos of finished dolls.

Here are some ideas of recycled fabrics, baubles and treasures you can incorporate into your doll. Most of these were found at thrift shops, yard sales, on the beach or in my junk drawer!

Here are a few accessories and tools that can be found online or in craft or baking shops to help you create unique doll faces, ornaments or jewelry with paper clay.

Congratulations! You have just completed How to Create a Healing Spirit Doll. I hope you enjoyed yourself and continue to create more dolls. 

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Please visit the Planet Calamari Facebook page to post your finished dolls and to keep up with any new classes or ideas. https://www.facebook.com/PlanetCalamariArt/

You may also visit the Planet Calamari website for more ideas, classes and updates. http://www.planetcalamari.com

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your creative process. 

Wishing you happiness and a sense of wonder!

jeanie mossa  MS, L.Ac.

Since recording this class several years ago, I have moved back to Salem MA surrounded by beaches and sea. My daily visits to the beach have inspired me to use seashells, driftwood, crab & lobster shells, sea glass and other sea treasures in my art.

Here are a few ideas that I hope inspire your creations.

Please note we have changed the name of our business from Planet Calamari to Practical Magic Salem.

Thank you

jeanie mossa

More Spirit Dolls & Brooches created since making this class. I hope you find inspiration watching these. Thanks

You can also make jewelry with paper clay. Here are a few ideas that may inspire you to create your own.

Get Wired! Learn how to crochet with wire was filmed in October 2013. It was the first video I had ever recorded so it is a tad wonky and unprofessional. However, it will teach you the basic concepts of how to crochet with wire, create some jewelry and embellish your work. Get Wired! The Zen of Crocheting With Wire

Youtube created on October 4, 2013   https://youtu.be/Iy5Hc2M6enc