How Do You Repair An Antique Doll?
There are as many ways to restore and repair antique dolls. It all depends on the age of the doll, its condition and the materials originally used to make it. While individual attributes of each doll need to be taken into consideration before determining the approach and tools needed for repair, there are common methods that apply to the repair of most antique dolls made of bisque or ceramic material. Read on to learn more. Build up missing pieces by putting a flesh colored piece of felt covered with white glue into the hole where the material used to be. Apply Darwi modeling mix over the felt. Fill in the pieces and then paint only the area with faded color. You want to use a barrier like white PVA glue so that your painting can be altered later. Paint your doll with water-based acrylics, and apply a base with PVA glue before you begin. Mix colors under a daylight intensity bulb or at noon to ensure proper tone. Wash mohair doll hair with fabric softener, baby shampoo or hair conditio
