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Ball-Jointed Doll Tutorial | Air Dry Clay BJD Sculpting Guide (PDF + Video)

Ball-Jointed Doll Tutorial | Air Dry Clay BJD Sculpting Guide (PDF + Video)

Product description

Discover the joy of creating your own 20 cm ball-jointed doll!
This tutorial is not just a PDF file — it also includes links to 30 videos on my YouTube channel.

This 50-page step-by-step English PDF tutorial guides you through the entire process, from sketching the first design to sculpting, creating the joints, assembling, and painting your doll — all using air-dry clay and simple tools.

By following this tutorial, you will be able to create your own sweet ball-jointed doll similar to the dolls I make.
A clay doll can serve either as a standalone piece or as a master-model for casting resin or porcelain dolls.

Intro Video

Please note: This tutorial does not include hair or clothing creation.
It focuses entirely on:

  • Sculpting all parts of the doll following the included template
  • Making the joints (sockets and spheres)
  • Assembling the doll with elastic
  • Painting and shading the doll

What’s included in the PDF:

  • List of Materials & Tips
  • Detailed step-by-step instructions
  • Templates for all doll parts
  • Tips on shaping, sanding, and smoothing
  • Guidance on creating functional ball joints
  • Painting and toning techniques for skin and face
  • Advice for final assembly and finishing

Format: PDF with video links, easy to download instantly after purchase.

Bring your handmade jointed doll to life with your own hands!
Perfect for doll collectors, hobbyists, or anyone who enjoys handmade crafts.

I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about creating the doll.

Best wishes
Yevheniia

Skills Required / What You'll Receive

Skill level: Beginner-friendly. No special equipment required — just air-dry clay, basic tools, and patience.

Size Information

Additional info for sculpting 20 cm ball-jointed doll:

  • The first PDF is in English (50 pages)
  • The second PDF is in Ukrainian (53 pages)
  • Blueprint (You’ll just need a printer to print the blueprint included in this listing)
  • All linked videos for demonstration are hosted on YouTube in Ukrainian
    This tutorial includes a 50-page PDF and 30 links to videos — from sculpting the head to making joints, assembling your 20 cm ball-jointed doll.

Materials List

A list of materials and helpful tips is included in the PDF file (air-dry clay and water are the main materials used for sculpting).

Take a Look at a Sample Video (all videos in Ukrainian)

Purchase DIY Pattern

You can download the pattern immediately after receipt of payment.

Author: AmiToysHandmade
Language: English
Price: US $28.85*
With Prepaid-account: US $27.40*
All prices include VAT.

Product description

Discover the joy of creating your own 20 cm ball-jointed doll!
This tutorial is not just a PDF file — it also includes links to 30 videos on my YouTube channel.

This 50-page step-by-step English PDF tutorial guides you through the entire process, from sketching the first design to sculpting, creating the joints, assembling, and painting your doll — all using air-dry clay and simple tools.

By following this tutorial, you will be able to create your own sweet ball-jointed doll similar to the dolls I make.
A clay doll can serve either as a standalone piece or as a master-model for casting resin or porcelain dolls.

Intro Video

Please note: This tutorial does not include hair or clothing creation.
It focuses entirely on:

  • Sculpting all parts of the doll following the included template
  • Making the joints (sockets and spheres)
  • Assembling the doll with elastic
  • Painting and shading the doll

What’s included in the PDF:

  • List of Materials & Tips
  • Detailed step-by-step instructions
  • Templates for all doll parts
  • Tips on shaping, sanding, and smoothing
  • Guidance on creating functional ball joints
  • Painting and toning techniques for skin and face
  • Advice for final assembly and finishing

Format: PDF with video links, easy to download instantly after purchase.

Bring your handmade jointed doll to life with your own hands!
Perfect for doll collectors, hobbyists, or anyone who enjoys handmade crafts.

I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about creating the doll.

Best wishes
Yevheniia

Skills Required / What You'll Receive

Skill level: Beginner-friendly. No special equipment required — just air-dry clay, basic tools, and patience.

Size Information

Additional info for sculpting 20 cm ball-jointed doll:

  • The first PDF is in English (50 pages)
  • The second PDF is in Ukrainian (53 pages)
  • Blueprint (You’ll just need a printer to print the blueprint included in this listing)
  • All linked videos for demonstration are hosted on YouTube in Ukrainian
    This tutorial includes a 50-page PDF and 30 links to videos — from sculpting the head to making joints, assembling your 20 cm ball-jointed doll.

Materials List

A list of materials and helpful tips is included in the PDF file (air-dry clay and water are the main materials used for sculpting).

Take a Look at a Sample Video (all videos in Ukrainian)

Product details
  • Created March 12, 2026
  • File types VIDEO, PDF
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Making these this year for friends. Can't wait!!
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