1) I cut a simple back leg/ bird thigh shape, from a small and basic paper pattern which I measured next to the body. These calico pieces were then pinned together to keep them in place.
2) These were then hand sewn together, with a gap at the front to allow the wire armature inside later. Two of these thigh pieces were made, then put to the side for now.
3) I formed a foot shape from the wire, then covered in two layers of masking tape. This was done quite precisely, as I didn't want to make the same mistake of making them too bulky. I cut the masking tape up into very small rectangles in order to place them accurately.
4) Red cotton was then wrapped tightly around the skeleton, so the whole leg, foot and toes are now completely poseable!
I'm really pleased with how this has turned out! I'm glad I've achieved the mobility I wanted, whilst maintaining the desired shape and strength!
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