Mara Ellison
Lead maker · sculpting
Mara brings a patient eye to proportion, facial expression, and the quiet architecture of a doll.
About the atelier
A school for makers who notice the little things.
Our story
Longstep Atelier began as a shared table in a quiet design studio, where doll makers compared patterns, repaired tiny seams, and discovered that the best lessons often start with a careful question. We built our curriculum to make that generosity available beyond the studio walls.
Today, our courses connect traditional handwork with modern learning design. Every lesson is structured, beautifully paced, and grounded in decisions a real maker can use.
Our mission
To help people make expressive dolls with practical confidence, respect for materials, and room for their own point of view.
The people behind the lessons
Jon Bell
Pattern tutor · textiles
Jon teaches miniature clothing with an emphasis on fit, movement, and durable finishing.
Iris Chen
Studio editor · project design
Iris turns complex projects into calm sequences and helps makers find a personal visual language.