ABOUT WOOLLY WEST END
Hi, my name’s Chloe and I’m the designer and maker behind Woolly West End.
I began crocheting over 10 years ago and made my first musical theatre character, Lin Manuel-Miranda as Hamilton, in 2017. Since then I’ve made and given away dozens of figures to performers across the country as a way of combining my love of creating, costumes and the actors into a celebration of theatre.
I’m always up for a challenge and have a passion for (or maybe it’s an obsession over) detailing.
Prices depend on the specific details of each character, below are estimates which should provide a guide for what you should expect when seeking a commission.
COMMISSIONS
Interested in a commission?
See my FAQ or contact me for more information.
It's uncanny...
The craftsmanship and detail is amazing. What a beautiful gift. I shall treasure it.
Georgous and fabulous little doll which Eva [daughter and the actress the figure is based on] loves. - Kim Connor
Woolly-me was absolutely the best birthday present I've ever gotten! Chloe put so much work into getting the small details perfect, especially with my neckerchief and the badges on my scout uniform. He follows with me on all my travels and always gets great reactions! - Peter Herbert
Chloe, thank you so much for my Joseph and Narrator figures, of Lloyd Daniels and Danielle Hope. They are amazing and I couldn’t be happier with them! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is my favourite show and I was lucky enough to be in the Joseph choir during the tour when Lloyd Daniels and Danielle Hope were performing. Now I have some beautifully crocheted characters to remember such a brilliant experience and keep forever! The detail on the Narrator’s waistcoat is truly remarkable. The stitching of the stars, moons and planets is so delicate, and her hair is so thick and luscious! She is a work of art. Joseph looks fabulous in his dreamcoat. His sparkling coat perfectly replicates the one worn in the on-stage production and his detachable rainbow cape is so much fun. It even stays up without support, creating the iconic scene from the end of the show! Thank you again! I will treasure these forever and I can’t wait to decide what my next Woolly West End figure will be! - Ruth Buckley
PRICES
Whizzer
Basic figure with a simple costume.
Eg. Raven
From:
£45
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Fiyero
Character with more costume components or details, including complicated hairstyles and glasses.
Eg. Lauren, Valjean, Javert
From:
£55
Eponine
Covers figures like those in £55 who also have hats, or those with more costume layering and detailing.
Eg. Phantom, Marius
From:
£60
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Young Cosette
Characters with longer, detailed, costumes.
Eg. Fantine, Cosette
From:
£65
Enjolras
Character with more costume components or details, including complicated hairstyles and glasses.
Eg. Lola
From:
£70
Elphaba Act 2
Highly detailed, or complex figures.
Eg. Glinda Act 2, Joseph
From:
£120
FAQS
Commissions are currently closed.
HOW CAN I ORDER A COMMISSION?
- Fill out the contact form at the end of this page with the following information, ensuring that the word COMMISSION is in the subject line:
Character name
Show – if it’s a specific revival/run please specify year and location
Actor’s Name
Costume – a brief description or indication of the scene it’s worn in is perfect
If you have a specific deadline for completion please include this as well.
RESPONSE RATE:
- Once I have received the commission information I will respond via email within the space of a week with any follow up questions, a request for reference images, and an estimated price.
HOW MUCH DOES A CHARACTER COST?
- The starting price for a single figure is £45 with the amount subject to increase based on hair type/style, costume elements and detailing.
- Upon receiving the commission details/images I will then provide the final cost.
- For sample prices please check the PRICES page.
HOW DO YOU TAKE PAYMENT?
- Payment is taken through PayPal and upon starting the commission you will be sent an invoice.
- Payment can be made in installments, provided full payment has been received prior to the figure being shipped.
IS THERE A DEPOSIT?
- A non-refundable deposit will be taken for all characters to cover materials, this is expected once I have sent the invoice and confirmed that the product is underway.
HOW MUCH IS SHIPPING?
- All parcels are sent 1st Class Signed For and cost £4.50 within the UK.
- International shipping costs more and will be sorted during the commissioning process.
- If you want tracked shipping this can be arranged as a slightly higher cost.
HOW LONG DOES A CHARACTER TAKE?
- Depending on the complexity of a character’s costume and my university workload the timeframe can vary from a week to over a month, the more detailed the longer it will take.
- Upon receiving the commission details/images I will then provide an estimated time frame - the standard is 3 weeks from when I notify that the figure has been started
WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?
- Whilst I mostly make musical theatre characters, I am open to commissions from all types of media and will also do custom portraits of family members/friends etc.
- Each request will be considered on an individual basis and it is not guaranteed that I will accept the commission.
- Some projects may require additional testing time to determine if they are feasible.
CAN I CUSTOMISE MY FIGURE?
- Yes. You will need to provide specific details of how you wish to customise it, but if I can work out a way of making it happen I will.
- This includes changing colours, hairstyles, adding tattoos and creating additional accessories.
HOW LARGE IS THE AVERAGE FIGURE?
- Figures are approximately 6inchs/15cm tall however since each one is unique and handmade this will vary. Characters with high heels and/or updos will be taller.
FINAL THINGS
It is not recommended that these figures are treated as toys or given to small children.
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