Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween from Gilligan’s Island!! We’ve got Gus as Gilligan, Lucian as The Skipper, too, and lots and lots of pumpkins!! Wishing you all a very fun and festive day!

Lucian & Gus, and the Skipper & Gilligan face off!

October Editorial

Gus is modeling for the October menswear editorial in Dollslife Magazine, and doing his upmost to portray a glamorous man of mystery!

This is one of three looks he’s wearing for the October editorial! Check out the other two, along with lots of awesome interviews and articles, in the latest issue!

Bespoke Spectators

I just completed another bespoke project! This was my first time creating faux leather and card spectator shoes, and designing a Barbie-sized pair of flats! Many thanks to miniature artist and photographer, @carliekarl, for requesting these tiny shoes, and encouraging me to try out some new designs!!

Decorating for Fall

Sinatra, the beagle, is helping Gus switch out the broadcloth cushions, on his bench, for some cozy flannel ones.

Gus settles into his soft flannel cushions, with a book, and a cup of hot tea. A perfect way to spend a windy, rainy morning. These beautiful fabrics are all from @yankeepridequilts

Planning for Halloween!

Lucian is all excited for Halloween, and he thinks he’s got the perfect idea for a double Halloween costume! Now, he just has to convince his big cousin, Gus, to participate! 

Gus has gotten on board with Lucian’s costume idea, and he’s visiting the design studio, to check out the hats they will be wearing. Any guesses as to who they will be dressed as?

New Pattern Debut: Joggers

Gus is very excited to be modeling a new sewing pattern for the Tiny Apparel Etsy shop! It’s a comfy, cozy pair of joggers, that can be made up in two different styles - perfect for workouts, and for lounging around on the sofa.  This pattern has been in the works for a few weeks, so I am super thrilled to have it ready this morning! You can find the pattern here.

One style of joggers has a pair of roomy patch pockets, in addition to the two functional pockets at the hip. The other style features bold ribbon stripes down the side of each leg!

Gus Goes Leaf Peeping

Gus is in his tack room, getting ready for a little cozy, horse-drawn leaf peeping, with Barry, the Hackney pony. He’s wearing a warm sweater vest, made out of an awesome fairisle style sock that I found, last year, in a local sock store.

Here they are, out for some scenic morning exercise. Gus is admiring the leaves in the cool autumn air, while listening to the clip-clop of Barry’s little hooves.

Back in the paddock, Gus thanks Barry for a very pleasant drive through the woods, and gives him a tasty post-workout snack. That tiny apple that Gus is holding is actually a real miniature fruit, fresh picked from a crabapple tree in my neighborhood!

Gus Attends a Wedding in Classic Style

Gus got to attend another virtual Instagram doll wedding. This time, the charming couple are a Barbie and Ken doll, named William and Megan. The adorable little wedding was created by the miniature artist, and collector @riverlovesbarbie. Gus Wishes the new couple a brilliant future, filled with love and joy!

A Swimwear Collection

This week, I completed my 2nd largest project this year! An eight-piece set of the hand-stitched, mid-century-inspired swim trunks, made in collaboration with printed textile designer, @arngedesign! 

Gus, here, is dressed for a tropical pool party, and ready to model these vibrant designs! Many thanks to the fabulous fashion doll enthusiast, @noodlemore, for requesting these trunks! I hope his little models have a ton of fun with them!