TEXTILES
ART DOLLS
With Nelusha McDonald
Oct 24, 2026 | 10am - 3pm
If you’ve ever been curious about the art of doll making then allow me to take you on a whimsical journey with your creative muse. In this day long class, I’ll introduce you to the enchanting art of creating a unique representation of a stylized human form.
This is a low pressure, no sew mixed media class where we allow our imaginations free reign to manifest an elemental being in the form of an art doll. I will guide you through each phase of bringing your original art doll to life from its foundation up to a decorative head of hair!
Art dolls are unique because they allow us the freedom to draw from a place within ourselves that craves expression. They are inspired, artistic representations that ignite the collaboration of both our imagination and our hearts.
Supply List
$40 material fee to be paid to the instructor at the start of class.
Nelusha will provide you with a full kit of everything you need to design your art doll. When registering, please indicate your favourite colour for the purpose of personalizing your doll’s clothing.
The kit will contain everything you need to design and bring your art doll to life. This includes:
- natural wood skeletal foundation
- batting
- base fabric
- decorative textiles for outer dress
- trims and embellishments to adorn your creation with, including beads and wire
- threads
- glue
- the option for a fabric head or clay head
Teacher Bio
Nelusha McDonald is a textile collage artist and art doll designer. Her work has been featured several times in Stampington & Co.'s print magazines, including Art Quilting Studio, Green Craft, Art Journaling and Somerset Studio. Nelusha’s also been showcased by StitchesbyJulia, a popular YouTube host and textile artist.
For over 15 years, Nelusha has taught and inspired the creative spirits of others. She also design textile collages for other artists to use in their own work. Her authenticity shows most clearly in loose threads, raw edges, unconventional colour combinations and abstraction. Some of her creations can be found on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kitschychic
***All classes and workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made 7 days, or more in advance of the workshop or class date will receive 100% credit. 6 days before class, and no credit will be issued.
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DATE:
Sat. Oct 24, 2026
TIME:
10am - 3pm
TEACHER:
Nelusha McDonald
WHO IT’S FOR:
All Levels
FEE:
$125.00 CAD plus $40 material fee
LOCATION:
The Old Schoolhouse Arts Centre, Upstairs Classroom