VikkiTX Seamstress Fabric of Time & Space

[William Shatners Toupee]

In this universe poor Wifferdill is a Dodo? A powerful lesson indeed: no matter how bad you situation, your plight can always get worse!

 

[vikkitx]

In this universe poor Wifferdill is a Dodo? A powerful lesson indeed: no matter how bad you situation, your plight can always get worse!

Dude, I actually have a penguin. It was one of those squeezy-stress-relief toys. Easiest. Custom. Ever. I couldn't resist such an easy custom. But I haven't had the heart to use it much after Rob Shearman was so appalled by the news that a Frobisher custom actually existed in this world. (The offer to let Rob squish the toy penguin seemed to cheer him up though.)
Frobisher as a penguin, my easiest custom ever

 

[William Shatners Toupee]

Yes, power to the "Friends of Frobisher"!- arch rivals to those bastard kittehs in the Cult of Morbius!

 

[Les Walker]

Rockin' stuff Vikki! Great to see ole number Ten rockin again! ALL your Docs rock! Amazing! SO proud to have contributed to any of them.

 

[morethanatimelord]

Yes, I've seen BillyB's, and Dean's, and Neil's, and a lot of other head sculpts of Tom Baker. As I said earlier, I'm waiting for Russ's/Mr. Barlow's sculpt to upgrade. Based on the WIP pics, Russ's sculpt already looks much better than any of those previous attempts. So why buy/trade for an extra sculpt while I wait for the upgrade? I figure most folks can manage to look past the temporary Ada head sculpt to comment on the outfits that I've sewn, since those outfits are the focus of this thread.

I havent seen Russ`s WIP pics yet so i cannot comment but the head sculpt is always the first thing i look at before making or even starting any figure, if thats off i cant justify making the figure. Neil`s is by far the best Tom sculpt i have ever seen but i have yet to see a really,really good Jon pertwee but like i said i havent seen any of Russ`s WIP pics of his doctors .

 

[vikkitx]

Based on the outfit Pertwee wore in "The Sea Devils," by request of Russ/Mr Barlow. His high-quality sculpts are worth pulling out the sewing machine again. If you haven't seen his incredible Pertwee sculpt yet, check it out here: https://sideshowcollectors.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59687

UPDATE: Both of the extra coats have been spoken for.

 

[vikkitx]

A couple of hats I did ages ago. First, one of the tricorn hats I made for some of my pirate projects.

And the deerstalker hat I made for Les Walker. Les took this wonderfully atmospheric picture of the Holmes and Watson custom figures he made. (All I made was the deerstalker hat.)

 

[vikkitx]

I recently read "Captain Blood," by Rafael Sabatini. It's even better than the Erroll Flynn film. So I'll probably make myself some more pirates eventually.

This outfit was based on historical patterns. Folks can find pattern sources (like the lovely historical clothing reference books that usually cost $50-$70 minimum), and other Tips, Tricks, Tutorials, and Random How-To Guides on my website. There are more notes on this outfit on my Pirates webpage.

 

[William Shatners Toupee]

Hey! Nice pirate stuff! They need some belts with big-ass buckles and scabbards though!

 

[morethanatimelord]

Iv got a few Extra historical weapons and stuff Vikki, you want them there yours...i also do some very good headsculpts of Heamorvores.

 

[vikkitx]

Iv got a few Extra historical weapons and stuff Vikki, you want them there yours...i also do some very good headsculpts of Heamorvores.

I'm not really into Heamovores. Sorry. And both spare capes now have been set aside for other folks!

 

[morethanatimelord]

Oh i didnt want a cape. I Already have one...i was just offering some bits and pieces i had spare... and your the first doctor who fan ive come accross on the net that isnt into Heamorvores lol ... thanks anyway

 

[Anzik]

Vikki is there any place where I could find 1/6 patterns like jeans, denim jackets or dress pants?

I've recently tried doing this and I've found I need help in the "what part do i sew first" department. Is there a "doll sewing for idiots" tutorial anywhere?

 

[vikkitx]

Vikki is there any place where I could find 1/6 patterns like jeans, denim jackets or dress pants?

I've recently tried doing this and I've found I need help in the "what part do i sew first" department. Is there a "doll sewing for idiots" tutorial anywhere?

From my Tips, Tricks, Tutorials, and Random How-To Guides webpage:
Vogue, Butterick, and McCall's all offer patterns for men's suits in 1:6 scale pretty regularly. [This could cover your need for jackets and Dress trousers. I've seen several doll patterns that include women's jeans as well. You could combine elements of those patterns/instructions with the patterns/instructions for men's trousers to create men's jeans.] Craft stores like JoAnn Fabrics or Hobby Lobby, or even in the craft department at Wal-Mart sell patterns. Check the "Crafts" or "Dolls" sections of the pattern catalogs in the stores or on-line to find the current version available. Hint: JoAnn Fabrics sells patterns for 99 cents or $1.99 or 75% very regularly. You can check their web page or call your local store to find out when their next sale will be. Also, if you sign up for their mailing list, they'll mail [or e-mail] you a flyer every week or so to tell you when all their sales will be, when those cool Halloween fabrics (like thin pleather or vinyl) come out, etc. Even better, the flyer will always have a coupon for 40% off one item in the store. I've gotten some great fabric using those coupons. Just make sure to bring the coupon in every few weeks or so to be scanned (even if you don't buy anything). Otherwise, they'll drop you from the mailing list and you won't get the cool coupons any more, the punks.

Also from my Tips, Tricks, Tutorials, and Random How-To Guides webpage:
If you want/need more detailed assembly instructions than are available in the books, look out for sales on patterns at Jo-Ann fabrics. There are several patterns (from Simplicity, Butterick, etc.) designed for historical re-enactors or for Halloween costumes. (These patterns are listed in the "Costumes" or "Crafts" section of the catalogs for each company. The catalogs usually are on a table near where the patterns are stored.) During a sale you can buy a pattern for $1.99, etc., and get clear directions on how to assemble the cryptic pieces in the historical pattern books. Doll patterns [listed in the "Dolls" or "Crafts" section of the catalogs for each company] also offer ideas for modifications to patterns and instructions. For example, use the instructions in the doll patterns when you attach sleeves at 1:6 scale unless you really enjoy insanity and pain.

 

[Anzik]

Thank you so much Vikki, you're truly awesome!

 

[vikkitx]

Thank you so much Vikki, you're truly awesome!

Glad I could help! For decades I've been muddling through on six weeks of sewing in a mandatory junior high "Home Economics" class, teaching myself everything else beyond that brief introduction to the basics. Of course, the basics include how to gather fabric, a technique I used to make shirt ruffles for both Pertwee and pirates. So, yeah, basics!

 

[vikkitx]

A quick pic of my version of Pertwee's outfit from "Invasion of the Dinosaurs." I had to add the blue edging to the ruffles on the collar and cuffs. More pictures and info on my website's Doctor Who: Third Doctor (Jon Pertwee) page.

The awesome head sculpt is by RussFX. More info on it here: https://sideshowcollectors.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59687

 

[Tekkaman Blade]

Any chance your still making Leela outfits?

 

[vikkitx]

Any chance your still making Leela outfits?

I don't have any immediate plans to sew any Leela outfits. (Currently I'm drafting a pattern for the Master's Nehru jacket, and for the Fourth Doctor's red jacket from "Robot," "The Ark in Space," and other early episodes.)

When I do make outfits, trades for high-quality custom items (like Russ's awesome head sculpts,) tend to take precedence over sales. I'd make more money per hour working at McDonald's than sewing custom outfits for money. Given the prices at the web sites that part out figures to sell loose parts (guns, shoes, swords, etc.), I'd make even less per hour trading for most mass produced items . So sales and loose parts trades haven't motivated me to sew for a while. It's a hobby, not a job. I don't want to wind up stressed out and/or over-extended like some of the other customizers. More info here (Policies) and here (Areas of Interest).

 

[Tekkaman Blade]

I understand completely. My own job takes up most of my time and doesn't leave me much time for my art or customs. If you do have time in the future keep me in mind. I can paint pretty well, but I can't sew beyond very basic adjustments and alterations.