A Coach Musette Bag

I am working on another trade with @stovallthedoll! I was thinking that a bench, to go with my Tuscan planters, would be really neat, and he thought that Stovall could use a Coach-inspired Musette bag. He sent me a few reference pictures, and I ordered some lovely soft faux leather from Mood.

While he designed a beautiful classical stone bench for his 3D printer, I got to work on the Musette bag. It's not an exact scale model, but I did my best to capture all of the basic elements, like the two front pockets separated with a pleat, contrasting topstitching, and the stylish tag fastened to the right side with a chain. 

The bag: all stitched and ready for hardware.  

I was asked to make the lining of the bag a surprise, so for now, I will just say that I included all the major elements of the original bag's interior.  

 Here is the complete bag, side-by-side with the original!

Bespoke Boat Shoes

I just created two pairs of tiny bespoke paper boat shoes, and shipped them off to two Ken dolls living in Milan, Italy! I feel so honored and excited! Milan has so many wonderful connotations when it comes to fashion and style! 

Here are the paper shoes, before and after painting. The gentleman who ordered them has also requested that I come up with a design for miniature chelsea boots. I have never made doll-sized chelsea boots before, but I am very excited to try!

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! I hope you are spending today with those who make you smile.

Stefano Ricci and a Party

Run, boy, run! Gus is in a big hurry! He's got to pick up his cousin, Lucian, before heading to @adrian.dollslife 's virtual anniversary party! Adrian Drake, a fabulous jet-setting Ken-doll with an instagram acount, is celebrating his first year, sharing his adventures with the world. His photographer is hosting an instagram party for the occasion, and has requested that everyone who participates wears something blue.    

Here are Gus, Lucian, and Sinatra the beagle, decked out with blue accents for the party. Gus brought a congratulatory card in his new Stefano Ricci-inspired backpack.

Happy 1st anniversary Adrian! In one short year, you have created a collection of truly charming and imaginative photographs, bringing joy to your followers, and inspiring others. Thank you for sharing your art, style, and your spirit of adventure! We all look forward to seeing what you do in the years to come! Cheers!

I short while ago, I discovered a roll of beautiful blue and metallic gold faux leather in my favorite upholstery shop. It reminded me right away of the marbled blue, and crocodile leathers that Stefano Ricci sometimes uses for their luxury bags and backpacks. 

I decided to use the material to attempt my first miniature backpack, and I finished it just in time for Gus to wear it for Adrian's blue-themed party. The front pocket is purely decorative, but the large back pocket can be opened. Overall, I am very pleased with how it turned out. Here is is, next to in iconic Stefano Ricci-inspired raptor.