Starship FDS: Slash & Spread

Captain's Log: October 2050.  Space travel is now within reach of the average doll and all my dolls have started planning for intergalactic meetups. Wardrobes for these impending trips consist of "smart clothes." These are garments with at least one component made of recycled metal treated solar collectors that protects the body from extreme conditions and keeps it at just the right temperature! No need for seasonal changes of clothes. No need for coats. It is a trend where humans are far behind the doll world with this technology. After all of the 

For this episode of our three-part series, we take you on a ride of a different kind. For the most part, you can leave the sewing machine back on earth for the principal pieces. I've used foil liners from a few cans of nuts. A foil collar from a bottle of wine.  But if you are going to use any earthling materials, think metallic coated stretch or even silver coated leather to maintain the look of the theme which was inspired by "space age" fashions of the 1960's. It is, in a way, our salute to the genius 1960's designer, Paco Rabanne who literally crafted his couture creations using unusual non-fashion materials for his coin dresses. 

Foil is the heart of these creations. While you might not want to go out and buy cans of cashews, you can also look in the kitchen pantry for foil lined coffee cans or bags. Everyday aluminum foil is too flimsy. Though heavy variety duty might work. Pie tins might be a bit too hard.. but still worth a tray. Or...if you can find it.... pliable sheets of craft foil. The idea here is to recycle a material normally tossed in the trash and transform it into a cool fashion statement!

My journey began with a collection of the foil liners from my dad's cashews. 

My circles are 3-3/4 inches (95mm). Yours can be bigger or smaller, depending on the size of the doll and the effect you want to create.

1. I made slashes about 1/4 inch (6mm) apart inside the circle, stopping about 1/4 inch (6mm) from the edge. In my photo, it appears that I slashed at an angle. But, instead, make the slashes vertical because you can then turn the circle to the desired slant!

2. Wrap it around the doll diagonally and note where it hits the waist at the back. I wanted a little bit better fit, so I snipped it slightly at the waist. Punch holes and press in metal eyelets at those points. 

2. This is what mine looked like on the doll. Depending on the doll's body, the effect may look differently. 

3-4. This is what the finished corset looks like in the round. At the back, I threaded a silver ribbon through the eyelets to hold the corset shut. There are other corsets where I've used silver twist ties instead! Below shows the front ant back worn over a pair of metallic silver stretch leggings.

This corset by itself is a bit too short to wear all by itself, so I decided to make a miniskirt.

1.  It consists of one 3-3/4 inch (99mm) circle. cut in have with diagonal slashes 1/4 inch (6mm) apart, stopping 1/4 (6mm) inch away from the top and bottom of the half circle.

2. One half moon is layered over the other, placed over the front of the doll then taped in place.

3. Tape in the back and adjust if needed.

4. Instead of sewing or gluing the pieces together, I use "brads," which are essentially paper fasteners you can find at any crafts store. 

5. This is what the inside looks like. These fasteners split open then flatten out underside.

6. Wrap the skirt around her in the back. Tape in place.

7. Place a "brad" near the bottom. You will probably need to smooth out the hem buy cutting away whatever does not line up. Closing it at the top of the skirt... you can use eyelets and ribbon or, you can glue a spot of velcro. 

I like the skirt just the way it is. But then you should feel free to make your own variations. For example. I made a silver "grass skirt" from a bit of silver fringe. Or you can glue the fringe to the underside of the corset near the edge of the hem.

Here's Ayisha (Integrity Toy's "She Who Awakens Nyasha") showing off her outfit for next Saturday night lunar gala.

Even though she doesn't need a coat, Samantha still wanted a statement piece to wear over her corset/skirt outfit to make a grand entrance. So we made her a cocoon jacket out of two circles of foil.

Front to back. From the front, this looks like sleeves or gloves. But the back view shows off the entirety of the cocoon.

1. I begin in the same manner as I did for the corset. This time I prepare two circles, each 3-3/4 inches (95mm). 

2. Again, with each I make vertical slashes 1/4 inches (6mm) apart, ending 1/4 inch (6mm) from the edges. 

3. I use a cutter or a single edge to make the slashes. You may have to gently open the slashes that may still be stuck together.

4. Turn each circle slightly so the slashes are diagonal. Shiny side up, tape in place. Flip it over.

5. Place the doll in the center of the doubled circle. Bend each side over her arm to form a sleeve. Tape in place.

6. Turn the cocoon over and adjust if needed.

7. Add the "brads" (I've included a close up of it). I've only added two, but you can add more as a design detail.

8. I did not want to try and line this but I wanted to hide the interior, so I cut a 2 inch (5mm) circle which is just enough to hide enough of the interior. I put a thin line of glue around the edges of the underside of this circle. Then carefully placed it in the center. Be sure to first make sure the glue you use will secure metal or metallic surfaces.

If you just want gloves but not the whole cocoon..... Same principle.

1. Cut a rectangle the length of the doll's arm.  Make horizontal slashes down the length of the rectangle, avoiding the sides.

2. Wrap around the doll's arm shiny side up. This creates a slashed tube

3. Tape in place.

4. Close the tube with brads. Open the slashes to flatten the brad inside the tube.

From the front view, it will look almost identical to the cocoon. But, of course, there is nothing covering the doll's back.

In case you are wondering about the cover girl's jean jacket and leggings...

Press the highlighted words and the links will take you to each one's tutorial with instructions on how to make them.

Our journey is not over yet!!!! There are three parts to this trip and coming up next..... 

Starship FDS: Coin toss!!!

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