Thread your needle with strong thread and pull it through one of the attachment holes on the new head, hands or feet. In this case you may need to send multiple emails to get all the photos to me. Nothing I tried removed the dust from their hair. In extreme cases the hair may be in such bad shape it may not be suitable for restoration. Select the Training Classes button to the left to learn more about the training offered.
Once the hair is damp, start the brushing process. I can patch the bodies and re-stuff them as needed to return them to their original condition. In this case I can provide replacement wigs. Once the doll's hair is shampooed, set the doll aside for about 10 minutes. Squeeze craft glue onto a small paint brush and coat the doll's head until it is completely covered. Repair holes in composition dolls by patching them with epoxy putty, such as Loctite. Securely stitch the different parts into those spots.
If you have any questions about today's video, then let me know in the comments. In this case since the doll is priceless the cost to repair it is inconsequential. Rinse the hair three times. On Composition bodies I can repair or replace fingers or toes as needed. Empty the shampoo bowl, rinse it out, and then fill it with clean water. If the eyes are missing you should try to find the eyes and any parts of the eye mechanism and bring them with the doll.
Lane Cummings is originally from New York City. To thoroughly evaluate your doll, I have to be able to see it and hold it. If you want to prevent hair from becoming tangled or damaged, brush out your doll's hair regularly. Keep rinsing until no fabric softener is present. Mix the shampoo into the water until it has dissolved completely. If you agree to the cost I will do the needed repairs and return the doll to the shop for you to pick up at your leisure. In most cases they will look better but it is not usually possible to restore them to original factory condition.
You can also wrap the doll's body in plastic wrap to protect it from water damage during the washing process. Keep going until the hair is completely coated. Leather Bodies For bisque or porcelain dolls with leather bodies I can repair and re stuff bodies. Doll hair can become dirty or tangled from storage or play. I'm a sophomore in high school.
Doll hair is delicate and will not respond well to being dried with a hair dryer. Squeeze a tiny amount of glue onto a small paint brush. If you do not have a wig brush, any wide-toothed brush should work. In this case the repairs may be visible. Using the broken pieces is often cheaper than rebuilding them from scratch. This will help remove any tangles and leave the hair soft and shiny. Use craft glue to repair individual parts or a doll that is made entirely of porcelain.
Keep the doll in a safe place, where it will not be disturbed. Make sure to get all the fabric softener out. In extreme cases an arm or leg is fully detached. You should have enough fabric softener to completely soak the doll's hair. Once you have the photos on your computer or phone you should try to crop them to contain just the relevant portions of the doll and to compress them to a smaller size for ease of emailing.
Choose a high-quality brand of fabric softener for the best effect. Brush the glue onto the edges of the pieces that need to be bonded. Before attempting to wash a doll's hair, read the manufacturer's instructions if you still have them. Dolls have been a part of human culture for hundreds of years. If you live in the Southern California area, please call me to schedule an appointment at 714-785-6998. Article Summary To untangle and soften doll hair, start by pouring some fabric softener in a bowl.