Create your own adorable little paper doll with just a few simple steps. Start by shaping the head with a crumpled tissue wrapped inside a paper circle, then secure it with a rubber band or string. Adjust the folds to shape the skirt, and add tiny arms for extra charm. Bring your doll to life by drawing cute eyes and a rosy blush. A fun and easy craft that makes the perfect desk companion, but don’t forget to make an extra one—because once your friends see it, they’ll want one too! | Paper Craft

Simple make paper crafts dolls using paper | Bright Art and Crafts

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Do you remember the stories you made up for your childhood toys? These handmade paper dolls were made in the 1860s, and the creator of the set included a letter detailing the imagined names and lives of many of the dolls, recorded long after the set was created. Hear some of their stories with our curator Karla. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens