Okay! So I finally got my mitts on another HOP Baby Doll dress! YEA! I love her party dresses but have a particular fondness for her baby dolls. They are just so versatile and go so well with Blythe's other clothes. This one is extra special because it commemorates Halloween which is coming up this weekend! YEA!
This really may be one my first theme specific dresses. I certainly don't have any costumes made up for anything. For myself I'm more into the symbolic stuff about Halloween that is consistent from year to year. I like seeing the orange colored stuff, like pumpkins, and candy corn (although I hate the taste of that stuff) and the turning leaves in Autumn, the black cats and Jacko lanterns with candles inside and scary stories. I guess I'm kinda old school. But love love love seeing people's costumes, more so little kids than anyone else because they are still for the most part, in line with the true spirit of fun, mystery and imagination.
I will say that if I were to go as anything (I don't dress up anymore) my favorite costume has always been the Storm Trooper costume from Star Wars! LOL! The old one not the latest trilogy. I love Storm Troopers! When I see them in the parade I get all warm inside. It's such a full on nostalgic get up that there's never any mistaking who you are! Storm Trooper!!!
Anyway, I really have to start saving my pennies now. This HOP dress was my last impulse buy for awhile. I will have to watch enviously for a bit as more of her one of kind creations slip through my fingers. Not to mention Button Arcade's stuff! UGH! I don't wanna talk about it! LOL!!!
Happy Halloween All!!
For love of Blythe and other dolly wonders...
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
This Just In!!
Sabine with "Simply Mango Scalp"
So I've been looking to swap Sabine's Prima Dolly Aubrey scalp for a "Simply Mango" scalp for a while now. I had the offer up for a bit on Plastic Paradise but didn't get any takers at least not soon enough for me anyway. So I put Sabine up on ebay hoping that maybe I could just buy "Simply Mango" with the cash I got for Sabine. I don't really need the whole doll, just the scalp. I had so much fun with it when I bought "Simply Mango" months ago to customize and create Neige, one of my Black Blythes. I swapped that existing Mango Scalp for a "Heather Sky" scalp which I feel suits Neige perfectly. Again I was fortunate to find someone to trade with rather quickly. But I have to tell you that while I had "Simply Mango" I adored her and that beautiful fruity colored hair. She took such great pictures! I vowed to buy her again if I could and then it occurred to me that if I could just get a hold of the scalp I could make any existing RBL I have into a virtual "Simply Mango" Blythe. But I haven't found anyone willing to give up that Mango scalp again. And Sabine did not make a sale. So...
So this weekend I was randomly searching ebay for prices on blank Blythe scalps, with a mohair project in mind, because even though I still have the thermal saran re-root to finish, my mind has been toying with the idea of doing another mohair re-root just because I love mohair and the mohair look so much. I really want to take another crack at it. I was not expecting to see a brand new "Simply Mango" scalp up for auction from someone who like I, explained that she also bought Simply Mango to customize and no longer needed the scalp! OMG!!!! It was meant to be! But I still had about 20 hours to wait and watch before I could put a bid in and I was thankful up until the very last minute that I was the only bidder. Oh YES!!!! I won it about 5 minutes ago! This means Sabine gets to stay and be reborn with a Mango scalp and I don't have to buy another doll! I will be putting her Prima Dolly Aubrey scalp up for sale on PP shortly. One item from my dolly wish list down! WOOT!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Arriving/Awaiting/Planning/News
Plastic Paradise ia a buy/sell/trade/forum I have not always found the easiest to navigate. In the past, I have only gone there to get in on the amazing used sale deals on clothes, shoes, what have you. And my transactions have always been perfect, smooth, quick, excellent. A while back because of the unfortunate event of a "bad dolly deal" tighter security measures had to be taken which required me to visit more often in order to access the marketplace once again. My access had been restricted since I never logged in to do anything but shop and for a while I stayed away thinking it was best for my wallet anyway, but after a while I wanted in again and with the help of a PP administrator who is also a flickr contact, I was able to post my way back in and through doing so I discovered what a great community Plastic Paradise really is, and what a difference it makes to post and discuss Blythe stuff in a place where everyone loves Blythe. The expertise, advice, and support is just wonderful. Also, they seem to have recently installed a system which alerts you when you have a new message if you're logged in. At least I think its new. I don't remember ever getting alerted when I had a new message in the past. Whenever I would inquire after something in the market place, I would just keep checking bask to see if a response came in. Yes, I just bought a couple of pairs of Blythe shoes from cybermelli's cleanout sale. They're loafers. I need to get myself a pair as well. : )
Erica, another PP administrator has announced that Plastic Paradise will become Blythe Kingdom on October 22nd. I love the new graphic and I can't wait to see what other new improvements they make since I plan to visit more often from now on.
In other news, I am also awaiting, another doll. No, not a Blythe! Another Barbie! I know! What's happening right? Well what's happening is too many people on flickr are taking pics of Barbies that I absolutely fall in love with on the spot. This one is Trixie, inspired by a character in the Speed Racer movie which I did not see. It seems I cannot resist a little black bob and a clever side long glance. It's all mimimaus2009's fault. When I saw the set of twins I just flipped and started looking all over for her, who she was, how much.
Things in the works, ummm I still have that thermal changing orange saran re-root which I shamefully admit has taking me almost a year to finish.
It's getting down to the wire today with my two girls, Molly and Sabine for sale on ebay. There are more watchers for Molly than Sabine which I didn't expect since she's the least finished looking. But then she is cheaper. We'll see what happens.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Coincidence?
When I first saw the 2011 Barbie Basics Ken, Barack Obama was the first likeness that sprang to mind. Could Mattel have used the President as inspiration for the design of this fine young piece of plastic? LOL!!!!!
I say yea!!! And *SWOON*
I say yea!!! And *SWOON*
Barbie Basics: Collection 002
Hey look! I know this is "Born to Blythe" not "Born to Barbie" (LOLOL) but I could not help sharing this line of Barbie Basics Barbie and fine ass Ken dolls. A flickr contact. "Dolls Ahoy" who was checking out my Harley Davidson Ken just turned me on to these!! GASP!!
I am so overwhelmed! I had no idea! Okay, let me just catch my breath. Ummm, that brother on the right, yes! So getting him! Accessories, check! And, okay okay, ummm let me get my bearings and get back to you and back to Blythe. I'm just kind of in shock right now.
LOL!
I am so overwhelmed! I had no idea! Okay, let me just catch my breath. Ummm, that brother on the right, yes! So getting him! Accessories, check! And, okay okay, ummm let me get my bearings and get back to you and back to Blythe. I'm just kind of in shock right now.
LOL!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
So Damn Likeable!
And here he is! Yes, I know it's a Hipstamatic print. There will be more pics soon without any effects. It's just that the light in my apt is awful at night which is when I pull my iphone out. Hipstamic does wonderful things with low light. But enough about my other obsessions!
Welcome Lance! The Harley Davidson Ken released this year! I can't even believe how realistic he looks! He has real hair, jointed limbs and an uncharacteristic, contemplative and reserved expression which changes slightly from different angles. More defined cheekbones, nose, lips, jawline all designed to look slightly more human than the traditional "Ken" prototype I'm most familiar with.
I bought him on a total impulse last weekend after seeing pictures from one of my latest flickr contacts. I was so impressed I had to ask him who this was. I thought he was some kind of super expensive specialty doll. I got him new and nude off of ebay. Nude is always cheaper and I didn't care about his Harley Davidson get up. He fits into Takeo's clothes pretty well. He's a bit lower maintenance than Mr. Mizutani.
Welcome Lance! The Harley Davidson Ken released this year! I can't even believe how realistic he looks! He has real hair, jointed limbs and an uncharacteristic, contemplative and reserved expression which changes slightly from different angles. More defined cheekbones, nose, lips, jawline all designed to look slightly more human than the traditional "Ken" prototype I'm most familiar with.
I bought him on a total impulse last weekend after seeing pictures from one of my latest flickr contacts. I was so impressed I had to ask him who this was. I thought he was some kind of super expensive specialty doll. I got him new and nude off of ebay. Nude is always cheaper and I didn't care about his Harley Davidson get up. He fits into Takeo's clothes pretty well. He's a bit lower maintenance than Mr. Mizutani.
What I Love About Dolls #1
In a day that is filled with banal, tedious, miserable, "adult" details, a doll can provide the most absurdly joyful form of escapes. Because it's so off the charts unexpected in the mainstream for grown women to derive such pleasure from toys, it's a given in my book that it produces such creativity, fun, craftiness and just a journey into a vast and layered inner world, a world whose access I don't believe is limited to anyone based on age. But then I've never really been much of a grown up. Pretending yes. Being, I don't know. My truest self has not changed so much since I was eight and it is that self that is re-awakened by play and the things that now produces in me as an adult, the questions it brings up for me as a woman of color and as an artist. These are the things that inspire me in the doll play/photography and crafts of other women in this world.
On that note, I need to talk a little about BlytheCon 2011. I have preregistered although I still have to mail in my signed waiver to Kylie. I know it's a long ways off but I'm getting a little concerned about flight and hotel prices. Once I realized (I'm not all that smart about how far places in America are from NYC) that Portland. Oregon was not going to be a train ride away, I suddenly realized how much cash would need to be shelled out for this one day before I even bought anything!. And I'm starting to wonder if it's really in by best interest financially. I am not rich. Ha!
I am very excited though to meet many of the wonderful people in the Blythe Doll community that I have only chatted with on flickr every week and of course super excited to get some amazing clothes and prizes and take thousands of pictures maybe even conduct an interview or two! Oh, I just know it's going to be amazing! But I'm also a little nervous.And how long should I stay in Oregon if I go? A coworker and good friend of mine says it's a really interesting town. What does that mean? Perhaps I should do some research. Oh, I'm such freaking New Yorker.
Well, I have plenty of time to think and save and think some more. I think I already know who's coming with me if I do go. Angora, Neige, Reya and Hamsa. You didn't think I meant people did you? LOL!!
On that note, I need to talk a little about BlytheCon 2011. I have preregistered although I still have to mail in my signed waiver to Kylie. I know it's a long ways off but I'm getting a little concerned about flight and hotel prices. Once I realized (I'm not all that smart about how far places in America are from NYC) that Portland. Oregon was not going to be a train ride away, I suddenly realized how much cash would need to be shelled out for this one day before I even bought anything!. And I'm starting to wonder if it's really in by best interest financially. I am not rich. Ha!
I am very excited though to meet many of the wonderful people in the Blythe Doll community that I have only chatted with on flickr every week and of course super excited to get some amazing clothes and prizes and take thousands of pictures maybe even conduct an interview or two! Oh, I just know it's going to be amazing! But I'm also a little nervous.And how long should I stay in Oregon if I go? A coworker and good friend of mine says it's a really interesting town. What does that mean? Perhaps I should do some research. Oh, I'm such freaking New Yorker.
Well, I have plenty of time to think and save and think some more. I think I already know who's coming with me if I do go. Angora, Neige, Reya and Hamsa. You didn't think I meant people did you? LOL!!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Little Haircut
I decided somewhat impulsively to give Sesamina, my "Perfectly Plaid" Petite, a haircut this weekend. I happen to love it. I like the way it frames her face.
In other news, I also impulsively bought another doll this weekend, which I had not even dreamed of buying but was inspired to look up because of the amazing photos from a new flickr contact. No, it is not a Blythe doll. I don't have the cash to be impulsive about Blythe Doll purchases which is why I have two Blythes for sale on ebay right now.
No, this is a doll that really caught me by surprise, so much so that I had to look it up and quickly found one I could afford. Sorry, no hints. Hopefully, it will arrive this week. That would make me really happy. I would ideally like a piece or two of dolly mail delivered to me every week.
OMG! Speaking of which, how have I not updated you on the beautiful pillows I got from Lipstick on etsy last week? Okay that's next. EEE!
: )
In other news, I also impulsively bought another doll this weekend, which I had not even dreamed of buying but was inspired to look up because of the amazing photos from a new flickr contact. No, it is not a Blythe doll. I don't have the cash to be impulsive about Blythe Doll purchases which is why I have two Blythes for sale on ebay right now.
No, this is a doll that really caught me by surprise, so much so that I had to look it up and quickly found one I could afford. Sorry, no hints. Hopefully, it will arrive this week. That would make me really happy. I would ideally like a piece or two of dolly mail delivered to me every week.
OMG! Speaking of which, how have I not updated you on the beautiful pillows I got from Lipstick on etsy last week? Okay that's next. EEE!
: )
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Sabine4Adopt
Crazy right? But true. I am putting two girls up for adoption. Molly, my PWP Takara and Sabine, my Prima Dolly Aubrey. I love how she looks but I'm just done with her. She's in great condition and I think I've done a pretty good job with her face up and lip carving. I just no longer have a strong affection for her and i need the money. So she's headed to ebay along with Moll this weekend. Molly was on Plastic Paradise for a while and there were several views but no takers. I tend to move things faster on the bay. We'll see. I will post links as soon as i put the girls up.
Monday, October 4, 2010
SHE'S SEXY!
Dolly Mail for the Barbie and FR gang today! I bought two really great dresses and this Channel hand bag from Yuko at Lipstick on etsy this weekend and they were in my mailbox this evening! I found her while doing a random etsy search for something completely different. I couldn't believe it because I am always looking for cool Barbie FR (Fashion Royalty) clothes on ebay but they are all made by factories and be re-sold at such high prices. I don't see very many good handmade Barbie or FR clothes which is why Lipstick jumped out at me. She even made this amazing little channel handbag! That is a Channel handbag!
...yes the Blythes will be borrowing that.
...yes the Blythes will be borrowing that.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Takara PWP For Adoption
If anyone is interested she's up for sale on Plastic Paradise. I am also looking to swap Sabine's Prima Dolly Aubrey scalp for a "Simply Mango" scalp. Hit me up! FM or PM me!
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