My new dolls for the new year!

So, I got home late last night from Miami (the new ladies were waiting) -- in my mailbox! Here's a quick preview. Don't know why the photo is so pixelated.  My bad. Here are some more shots to make up for it.  Of course, these dolls are from the talented Andrea Meyer.  (Wild Flower Dolls).  I absolutely love the ethnicity (so absent from most doll lines)...

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Guess what? More new ones (coming in)

Yeah, I took the plunge (I still want-- I think-- 3 more).  They should be here soon........ These ones are a little different...... Once they are here, I'll post th...

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It was Agnes' turn

Agnes was next.  She sat waiting.  Finally, the lady from the Agency was ready to see her. Agnes listened as she was told that she had good bone structure and good proportions.  She was then told that she wasn't particularly good looking, her feet were horrible and her hair was thin. Her aunt commented "well, no one is perfect" then she sat by and just s...

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I was playing with the dolls today

I wanted to see what they would look like together.  Yesterday, it rained!  (I waited till the afternoon and the skies blackened and the rains came). Greta sat with her mom listening to the woman from the modeling agency.  "Your torso is long, your arms are short, you've got cankles and your feet are too small, your chest is narrow... but I do like your face."...

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I don't think I shared this before... And since it is Boxing day...

Boxing day, the day after Christmas... I wondered what's the origin of that British holiday.  So, I looked it up on google.  Best description is on here:   What's Boxing day? Now, that family has descended, I have to grab from my archives for my blog... no time for new photos. Here's Agnes on her very first Magazine cover Thanks to the doll boards...

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It's Christmas all over!

So, instead of the usual pictures of the girls opening gifts, they have decided to model the gifts from each other.... Agnes received the Louis Vuitton* headpiece that Madonna wore a few years back... (Greta found it at a resale shop) and so she also got her a body suit and the shoulder epaulets.  (can't remember if that was lady Gaga or Madonna).  Agnes (also...

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New Dolls!!

Yesterday I received a surprise in my mailbox!  I knew they were coming but with all the hub bub surrounding Christmas, I nearly forgot.  I have been eying these dolls for a long time.  I missed getting one on EBAY just before I ordered Greta.  (So, they have been "in the works" -- or at least in the back of my mind for a while). I have to say, photos...

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Here are the girls in their stage outfits!

So,  I'm strapped for cash (after purchasing Greta) -- but I did want to get some clothes.  I was in Walmart, in the Barbie section (best bang for my buck).   I saw some Disney outfits.  The Cinderella 2 pack -- for under $10 -- you get two dresses.  Very fancy for the price!  I may cut Agnes' and make it a cocktail length party dress.  But...

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Time to stick to my knitting

This is purely figurative.  (as I can't knit).  I wish I could, but I found it difficult. The point of this blog was to chronicle Agnes and her trials of obtaining a wardrobe.  So, I've been working on (forever) that dang Zuhair dress...  I had Agnes do a "fitting".  I'm re-motivated as I like the dress on (although it is far from completed).  I've...

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My first "shopped" image

I did most of the editing, but I'll admit, I had help.  I'm trying to get the hang of it.  Old dog, new tricks.... see where this is going. Greta and Agnes try to get some shopping done...

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My Girls on their way to a Christmas party

Agnes has graciously allowed Greta to wear one of her gowns!  Although their body types are very different, Greta seems to wear most things that fit Agnes... Also, I'm learning how to evolve in editing....

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Looking back...

So, I found one of my original lists from a few months ago....  1)  The Zuhair dress (dang dress)  2)  Black Silk couture dress  3)  Crazy blonde/yellow wig  4)  Red pants  5)  Antique lace skirt  6)  Blue silk slip  7)  Human hair wig  8)  Eymeric dress  9)  shoes10)  leather pants off white11)  denim...

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Now for my magical xmas scene

This one is courtesy of my daughter.  She was "showing me" how to do it.  Her job would be a lot better, but I said "enough already" (I guess I'm not that picky). The background is credited from  http://www.archithings.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Absolutely-Elegant-Arcadia-Home-Fireplace-588x392....

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Now for trimming the tree

I took a picture of this same tree with Agnes earlier (the very next day, the tree fell over) -- Disaster.  Half the ornaments came off.  I've decided I want to learn how to photo shop.  Actually, I want to manipulate the photo so I can eliminate the stands and add in random backgrounds.  I've asked my daughter and she is going to "set me up" this weekend....

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Here's her close up!

Not many dolls can take this kind of close up.  This is a testament to her artist's work...

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Variety is the spice of life (new doll)

So, the girls are getting along fabulously.  Agnes loaned her new friend a pair of her jeans (they fit -- surprising as they have completely different body shapes!) Imagine their surprise when they figured out that they both have the same Jason Wu sweater! And now.... For the big reveal.... I wanted to picture them together so you can get a feel for the differences....

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Ok, I'm in full holiday swing

Which makes it hard to get photos for my posts. Just a quick update.  As you know Agnes' friend is coming. Well SHE'S HERE!!!!!! Now that I can have matching outfits, I decided to order some gowns so the girls can have matching ones.  I've ordered one white and one black. I promise a quick shot by tomorr...

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It's been dark here for two days!

It is really unusual when we get zero sun for two days in a row.  It hampers my photo taking ability (seeing as how I'm already "limited" even in the best of conditions, you can imagine bad weather in addition). Her dress is off the internet, her wig is by me, her wreath is from the craft store.  The silver stuff is a cool coily thing that is for gift wrap.  It...

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Moving at lightning speed....

Well, perhaps not.  I have so many things on my plate these days.  I still want to make time for Agnes.  Here's the bodice minus the top part.  This section is fully lined. P.S.  Agnes' friend should be here soon, she's in transit...  I spoke by email to her artist and I can't wait for her arrival...  She's one flexible little devil.......

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So, here's some minimal progress....

You get a peek at the bottom half, here it is with the lining pinned to it. I decided this was the best way to do this dress.  I'm debating whether I will line the very top or not.... I definitely want to line the lower portion so it looks finished.  I like the sheerness of the fabric, but think it looks "cheap" unlin...

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I've promised Agnes that she won't be ignored ....

I love Agnes' proportions and I think she will always be my "special muse" -- Here she is.  This is lining fabric.  I've marked up the lining (it's for a gown)....  I've completed the "bottom" of the gown I need to work on the top but I think I may have to do that by hand and then I have to see how I will fasten it.  I wanted a zipper (but I hate putting...

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So Agnes is not happy with me

She's not happy that I'm showing bits and drabs with her in various states of undress. I'm trying out things (trying to put together a cohesive spring line).  I envisioned these pants differently.  I was hoping they would "flow" more.  Still trial and error.  The fabric was inexpensive and looked interesting to me -- I think I will try to pair this with...

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So, I realized I never got around to photographing the other gown (P)

Here it is: It has like a taffeta feel to it.  I love this gown.  Gorgeous.  Photos could never do justice.   Again the materials are very nice. The dress was made for the Fashion Royalty doll.  Agnes fits with a small adjustme...

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I saw on one of the doll boards

I noticed on one of the doll boards that there is a new "resin girl" in the works.  I can't wait to see her.... Ooooooohhhh,  ahhhhhhhhhhh.... To resin or not to resin that is the question.  I few years back, I had the most awful experience -- almost turned me off to bjds/ resin completely.  For the most part, I left DOA, just moved on...  It will be very difficult to convince me (or will it?) -- got to see the doll first. Love...

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The mesh dress on

This dress was meant for Cannes in summer.  Agnes did not want photos -- especially without her w...

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Guess who's coming (forever)

Agnes' new friend is due to arrive.  I think I will name her Greta (as she is already in the backstory that I have been writing for Agnes -- she will either be Greta or Inga).   To date, I think I've written about 60 pages. So, I verbalized my desires a several weeks back for my birthday post -- I've been wanting a doll.  Not just any doll -- she needed to...

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So, here's one of the gowns I purchased for Agnes

I've very happy with the gowns.  They look better in person (always a relief).  You really can't tell quality and workmanship from photos -- luckily these dresses score high on both fronts. Is that called a Mermaid bottom?  It is a snug fitting gown.  You can't tell from my crappy photo, but there are small roses like ribbon roses, but not really, then...

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