Just a quick progress shot of Byuri's native costume.  The entire outfit is nowhere near done, but her dress is finished, and I just had to take a photo. I drew a stylized Beaver on her bodice, and a Sisutyl around her skirt above the rows of fringe. The bottom fringe is made of raffia to represent shredded cedar bark, and both rows of leather fringe have tiny shells attached.
The outfit will not be authentic, but will be based on and inspired by, traditional Northwest Coast Native art and dance regalia. Byuri still needs moccasins, leggings, a painted fringed blanket/shawl, and a hat. But first I'm making Asa her native dress, which will be a similar style.
 


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Toni
04/26/2012 15:45

Martha,
Buri is gorgeous with the longer wig and outfit! Congratulations on the native indian inspired costumes, they are fantastic!

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mariann
04/26/2012 15:54

I like this doll

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marianne
04/26/2012 15:54

but you know me, I like the long, straight dark hair

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Martha
04/28/2012 08:43

Maybe I should try some on Tedros?

Lucy
04/27/2012 04:40

I like her. Looking forward to seeing both dolls together when you get them finished.

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Charie Wilson
04/27/2012 18:35

I love this outfit cannot wait to see the larger version its going to be stunning with more detail great work as always.
Hugs Charie

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