Jointing and Assembling

on the style of torso pattern. If there is a neck tab, the head can be string jointed to allow head movement. The head will have an opening in the back where it was stuffed. If the head is to be stable, push the neck tab firmly into the hole in the back of the head and ladder stitch together. If posing is desired, it can be achieved by using the following jointing method. Using strong cord insert a long jointing needle through the neck tab front to back and unthread one end of the cord. Run the needle up through the top of the head with each end of the cord separately and firmly tie a double knot. This will make a slight dent in the top of head which will be covered with hair. This jointing technique will allow the head to be posed side to side or up and down in a very natural looking manner.
If the pattern does not have a neck tab, it can be sewn together using the ladder stitch or one of the jointing techniques mentioned in the "Arms" section, such as the teddy bear joint, cotter pin joint, or button joint. All of these methods will allow the head to turn around. When all body parts are connected, external shaping of the stuffing and body fabric will help to create a favorable look. Roll and fluff the arms, legs, body, and head to even out lumps and bumps that may show. In the next article I will discuss using armatures and creating stands for dolls that are meant for display.

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