Make Your Own Custom Fabric Doll & Accessories! with Emilie Hernandez
Mondays, 4 classes
6pm – 8pm
Offered for:
Fall Session One (Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19)
Price:
$275
All Level
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Bring your imagination to life in this hands-on, 4-week deep dive into the art of doll-making!Â
Step-by-step, you’ll craft a charming, one-of-a-kind fabric heirloom, along with custom clothing and handmade accessories, ready to take home and cherish forever.
Together, we’ll explore the magic of doll-making as you learn hand-sewing techniques, basic embroidery, and expressive face-design details to give your character its own distinct personality.
No prior sewing experience needed! Whether you’re picking up a needle for the first time or you’re a seasoned maker looking for a fun new outlet, this series is designed for all creative souls.
Artist Bio:
Emilie Hernandez is the founder and designer behind Mani Mina, a doll-making and embroidery studio. She grew up in France, lived in New York for 18 years, and is now based in St. Petersburg, Florida. She previously created a successful children’s clothing brand that later transitioned into offering doll-making classes and live embroidery experiences. Her doll-making parties won the 2023 Pitch Tank competition in New York. She now offers doll-making experiences for children and live embroidery events for adults in the Tampa Bay area. She has an engaged community of 136,000 followers on Instagram and published two books with major publishing houses in both the US and France in 2026. Mani Mina’s mission is to turn memories and special moments into unforgettable keepsakes while sharing the joy of doll-making through books and events.
