Been "Away" -- now I'm back!!!!!!

Things are better with my mom and with my health.  I feel like I have a new lease on life!

I have a fire under me.  I'm so excited to do a couple things:

First off --- felting....  I think it looks interesting and I've been "studying up" on it.

Hand dying -- The next thing.  I want to make some ombre cottons....  in cotton candy colors.
Just some cool things.  Maybe dye some wool....

I've "inherited" a giant bin of used clothes from my girls and clearing out -- I'm going to transform them into doll clothing!

My other "projects" are on hold and I'm going to concentrate on this for a while.

My first project elfin shoes and gnome hats!  I've gotten some wool and as soon as I get my "model" -- I'll get started!

Some wool roving....

This post sounds like rambling and I'm sorry -- just excited -- and in a pinch for time.

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Best and worst news...

Yesterday, I was on my way to a doctor's appointment when the bell rang -- Fedex guy (My husband was expecting a Fedex) -- I forgot all about MY Fedex -- he had 2.

I've been meaning to do a proper box opening and take photos -- I was so excited -- I can't wait to take photos --  I ran out of energy last night -- by the time I looked around it was almost 11:00 -- tired, I went to bed.

Unfortunately, I have to have further tests at the doctor -- so, I've postponed taking my photos.

I should have them soon -- please check back.....  OHHHHHHH...... I just love these dolls.  I have a funny little story.  When I was wiring the money for the doll, the guy at the bank kept giving me these looks -- almost saying what's all this money for -- anyway, I waited till the wire was to be sent and said in the memo Doll for "me" -- His eyes flew open wide -- I said "It's a very special doll."

Worth every penny.

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Black swan, white swan? Not exactly

I've been very drawn (there is a family wedding coming up next summer) -- to the idea of a bride's gown...

That said -- I'm thinking one gown in off-white and one in BLACK...

I want to incorporate antique lace into the off-white one.

Many, many years ago I attended a wedding that the bride's maids wore black.  At first,  I thought black? really?  But it was gorgeous.  The bodice was silk velvet and the skirt was silk taffeta.  Probably the most beautiful wedding I have ever attended.

So, I was thinking black bride's maids... then, I thought what about bridal gowns in off-white and then one in black.  I'm sure some one has gotten married in black -- it just isn't very popular.

Here's a link:

http://www.bestbride101.com/dramatic-looks-of-10-styles-for-black-wedding-dresses/

My Popovy Sister's doll will be the muse.

I'm thinking of this for the camisole...

I will rummage through my lace to find something suitable for the bodice.

As for the black.  Took a trip to the fabric store, black mesh (5 types), black silk and black brocade, black beads, just need black buttons, and black hooks.

I want to make the back of the bodice out of a black mesh/illusion -- haven't decided style or anything else as yet...

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Realize I've been neglecting my dolls

Looked back on my Flickr and all but forgot some of the dolls/outfits!

Felt inspired.  Took out my Popovy doll -- poor thing...  Never did get a proper wig for her.

Put on an old wig, it is too big for her but I get the idea...

This weekend I have some free time (Yipee) -- I plan on working on making xmas gifts (and) work on an outfit for this doll.

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Most exciting news....

Well, I got two emails this past week.

Dust of Dolls -- new dolls cuter than ever. http://dustofdolls.com/en/  I want one to "travel with" -- I thought it would be cute to do an expose with traveling with a tiny doll and photographing her wherever I went.  I'll have to think on that only because.... the other email.....

The amazing one has been that I've been on  a waiting list and my turn has COME!!!!!!!!!!  I'm so excited I could scream.  I've spent the morning perusing the pricelist -- trying to make sense of -- what costs what -- I have to control myself -- I want it all!!!!!!  (of course I can't afford it all) -- but I want to make just the right decision with just the right options AND then try to get it down within a reasonable amount.

Oh, what company you ask??? -- I'm going to let it be a surprise and unveil the doll here!  Hint -- it's the only doll I would spend this kind of money on...  Love these dolls....

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Popovy sister!!! New

Price list for Pupa came out today.  Love, love, love their work.  So amazing.  www.popovy-dolls.com

I'm still hoping that when my name comes up I have enough for a doll and at least one "costume" -- 
definitely some shoes.  

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I think this was thoughtful

I saw where Emilia Couture asked their constituents whether it would be better to release their fashion now or if they should wait (until after Christmas) -- I thought that was cute.  I think all their stuff usually sells out right away so maybe that is why -- they want the timing to be right.

I wish I had Dolly dollars available.....  hmmmm...... Oh well.

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