How Do You Make Doll Size Wire Rim Glasses Frames?
Sometimes just the right accessory makes an ensemble perfect. Likewise, sometimes the right miniature accessory makes the doll or doll ensemble more realistic or detailed. Small accessories such as purses, shoes, and backpacks are an easy way to build the wardrobe of a doll. A book in hand and a pair of glasses automatically evokes images of students and school. Wire rim glasses are a special touch for elderly character dolls or scholarly child dolls and are easily created at home with minimal skills. Measure from ear to ear across the doll’s nose and face and add 4-inches to this measurement. Cut a piece of 22-24 gauge craft wire to the measurement in Step 1. The lower the gauge of the wire the thicker the wire. Place the wire on a flat surface and put one end of the wire into the grip of the needlenose pliers. Bend the end into a hook shape (half circle). Measure the length between the doll’s ear and the doll’s eye. Measure, on the wire, from the hook to the measurement in Step 5. Fo
